Marist College will welcome hundreds of incoming students and their families for New Student Orientation in the coming days. We congratulate all new students for being selected to attend Marist and look forward to supporting them throughout their rich academic experience in the Hudson Valley. We encourage all students to visit the Center for Career Services early and often during their time at Marist. It may seem like career preparation is emphasized more for juniors, seniors, and other students who are further along in their studies. Still, the way we see it, it’s never too early to begin the process of learning how your interests and passions turn into long-term career aspirations. Take a look at what we offer for all Marist students. Career Coaching Appointments Make one-on-one appointments with a career coach to discuss the following topics: Career Guidance Internship Opportunities Cover Letter and Resume Assistance Interview Preparation Employer and Alumni Connections Job Search Gap Year/Alternative Career Options LinkedIn Profile Assistance Graduate School Advisement Scholarship and Fellowship Advisement For quick resume and cover letter reviews as well as other brief inquiries, we offer Drop-In Hours from 3-4 PM Monday-Thursday. No appointment is needed during Drop-In Hours and all staff members are available. We also have a career coach on call at all times during our office hours. Major and Career Planning Most students come to Marist undecided regarding their major and career plans. This is common among students who seek assistance from Career Services early in their time at Marist, and we try to alleviate the stress that comes with uncertainty. Our career coaches can help you pinpoint and develop your interests, goals, and aspirations, all of which provide insight into your possible career path. As part of career management we help identify your marketable skills, strengths, and weaknesses at each stage of your Marist education and offer many opportunities to evolve professionally. Internships Many students at Marist College complete internships to integrate their academic studies with periods of employment related to their career goals. Students are supervised by faculty advisers during off campus internship experiences that are full- or part-time and related to the student's studies and/or career interests. The internship program is designed to provide students with practical field experience while giving employers access to resourceful students preparing for professional positions. Internships are available in all major areas of study currently offered at Marist and can be arranged for the fall, spring, or summer terms. Students either receive academic credit, payment, or both for their internship that is coordinated by Marist College. Prior to the start of their internship the student must have completed 60 credits, at least 12 of which were earned at Marist, and have a minimum of a 2.50 GPA. Each school has its own set of internship requirements so it’s important that students confirm these with their internship faculty coordinator. In addition, students must also meet the necessary qualifications established by the participating employer. Examples of Marist students who have completed or will complete internships this summer are (left to right): Amanda Shuttleworth '21 (Sesame Workshop), Roda Mohamed '21 (Atlas Air), and Christopher Major '20 (Fidelity). Career Fairs and Networking Events The Center for Career Services holds a career and internship fair each semester where employers come to campus to meet students and recruit candidates for full-time jobs and internship opportunities. Open to all class years and majors, the event is a great way for students to get introduced to careers they might not know exist and build relationships with hiring managers from a wide variety of companies. Our Road to the Workplace trips take students to work sites in New York City and other areas near campus to meet with Marist College alumni and other professionals who work at a variety of organizations. Students on the trip receive an introduction to an organization’s culture and work environment and learn about available professional development opportunities with each company. This past year we visited CNN, Deutsche Bank, Horizon Media, Madison Square Garden, Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center, UBS and many other companies. Alumni Career Network
Our online Alumni Career Network is available for current Marist students to search for and touch base with Marist alumni who are working across multiple industries. The alum’s job or workplace may or may not be directly related to their original major, but they will be able to provide you with aspects of career assistance that include giving advice via phone or email, workplace shadowing, mentoring, referrals, and interview preparation. Networking with alumni will not only help you learn about certain career paths and companies, but it will also ultimately establish the relationships that help you get a foot in the door during and after your time as a Marist student. Contact Us If you need any more information on the Marist College Center for Career Services, email [email protected] or call 845-575-3547. Follow us on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram to keep up with all of our events and initiatives for students. Career Services staff members will have a table set up at the Information Fair during each day of New Student Orientation. Make sure to stop by, say hello, and pick up some more informational materials for students and family members.
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