Undergraduate Students

Our goal is to support our students in navigating career development; this community aims to provide specific resources geared towards navigating the job search, the workplace and overall career development. Use this site to:

  • Explore career options
  • Search Job boards to find exciting opportunities
  • Read articles and success stories
  • Explore career resources
  • Discover professional organizations
  • Execute and enrich your career development

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Explore this page OR jump into a career community to find tailored content.

Alumni Advice: Networking Requests

Reaching out to someone new to ask a question, request an informational interview, or ask for advice can sometimes be intimidating. The St. Thomas alumni network is full of people who are eager to make these networking connections. We asked alumni on St. Thomas Connect “What advice do you have for Tommies sending introductory networking request messages on St. Thomas Connect or LinkedIn? How can they make a good impression, and get a response?” Check out their words of wisdom below!

By Marit Aaseng
Marit Aaseng Assistant Director of Alumni and Graduate Career Services
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12 Must-Have Competencies: What Employers Seek in 2024

Photo by LYCS Architecture

In the rapidly changing job market, the competencies that employers value are continually evolving. As we navigate through 2024, the demand for specific skills has grown, driven by technological advancements, societal shifts, and a dynamic global …

By Rosemarie Gabinete Garganta
Rosemarie Gabinete Garganta
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Advice from Alumni: Interviewing

Navigating the interview process can be daunting, but you are not alone! We asked alumni on St. Thomas Connect: “What advice do you have for Tommies preparing to interview for a job or internship position?” Dozens of St. alumni shared advice to help you interview with confidence and secure job offers. Check out these top 6 interview tips below!

By Marit Aaseng
Marit Aaseng Assistant Director of Alumni and Graduate Career Services
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Continuous Learning in Tech: Strategies for Keeping Your Skills Sharp Throughout Your Career

Changes are the main characteristic of the present-day tech industry. The pace of these changes is unprecedented, and that affects our living, working, and interacting.

That is why it is so important to learn continuously.

If a person wants to …

By Ivy Exec
Ivy Exec is your dedicated career development resource.
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Alumni Advice: Making a Strong First Impression

St. Thomas students are meeting many new people this fall, both in the classroom and at the Fall Career Fair on September 20th. We asked alumni on St. Thomas Connect: “What advice do you have on how to make a great first impression” Check out their words of wisdom below!

By Marit Aaseng
Marit Aaseng Assistant Director of Alumni and Graduate Career Services
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Contact & Location

Phone
(651) 962-6761
Address

MHC 123
2115 Summit Avenue
St. Paul, MN 55105

Career Service Hours

Monday 8 a.m.- 4:30 p.m.
Tuesday 8 a.m.- 4:30 p.m.
Wednesday 8 a.m.- 4:30 p.m.
Thursday 8 a.m.- 4:30 p.m.
Friday 8 a.m.- 4:30 p.m.

Drop-ins Monday-Friday 10am-3pm (during fall and spring semesters)