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Career Development Office
▪ Choosing a Major ▪ Career Readiness ▪ Resume ▪ Cover Letter ▪ Interview Preparation ▪ Internships ▪ Job Search ▪ Vacancy Links & Resources ▪ FREDNetwork ▪ Job & Internship Expo ▪ Network on the Go ▪ Graduate School Fair & Resources ▪ Personal Statement ▪
Connecting Students with Careers
In-person, phone, email & video appointment options are available!
Schedule an Appointment
SEARCH for jobs & internships (20,000+)
SCHEDULE appointments with CDO Staff
ACCESS in-person & virtual job fairs
NETWORK with employers (800,000+)
INTERNSHIP FUNDS available - apply ASAP!
Are you completing an
unpaid, credit-bearing internship
? Complete the
Internship Learning Contract
and register for internship credit, prior to the internship start date.
Apply for
SUMMER 2026 SUNY Funds - $2,000
<-- Apply by Friday, May 29, 2026
SUMMER 2026 Foundation Scholarships
: <-- Apply by Friday, May 29, 2026
To be considered please submit the application form, AND an
updated resume
by email to
careers@fredonia.edu
. The learning contract is not required to submit this application; however, the contract needs to be completed before the internship start date.
Multiple scholarships available in one application - more than $6,000 available!
Fall 2026 through Summer 2026 SUNY Funds (
For Fall 2026: Apply by Friday, September 11, 2026
2026-2027 SUNY Internship Funds
: $1,000 for fall/spring internships, $2,000 for summer/j-term.
📅 Questions? -->
Schedule an Appointment
with the CDO.
You may also find it helpful to review a
SAMPLE list of previously completed internships
. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to fund your internship and gain real-world experience!
Where Career-Readiness, "Meets" Opportunity...
Jobs, Internships, Community-Engagement, Networking & more!
Why Intern?
Getting Academic Credit
Internship Checklist for Credit
Schedule an appointment
to get started -- CDO counselors can help you
identify and find internship opportunities
related to your educational and career goals. You may also find it helpful to review a
SAMPLE list of previously completed internships
Internship Forms
Transportation Resources:
Campus Carpooling Program -
FREDRide
SUNY Fredonia - 511 NY Ride Share
Chautauqua Area Regional Transit
(CARTS) -
Schedules, Requests & more!
Are you completing an
unpaid, credit-bearing internship
Complete the
Internship Learning Contract
and register for internship credit, prior to the internship start date.
2025-2026 SUNY Internship Funds
: $1,000 for fall/spring internships, $2,000 for summer/j-term.
2026-2027 SUNY Internship Funds
: $1,000 for fall/spring internships, $2,000 for summer/j-term.
SUMMER 2026 Foundation Scholarships
: <-- Apply by Friday, May 29, 2026
To be considered please submit the application form, AND an
updated resume
by email to
careers@fredonia.edu
. The learning contract is not required to submit this application; however, the contract needs to be completed before the internship start date.
Multiple scholarships available in one application - more than $6,000 available!
📅 Questions? -->
Schedule an Appointment
with the CDO.
You may also find it helpful to review a
SAMPLE list of previously completed internships
. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to fund your internship and gain real-world experience!
Review a Sample List of Opportunities
and participate in recruitment events.
For professional profile photos, clinical or student teaching ID badges, and more! Choose an appointment day/time that works for you in
FREDNetwork
Build Your Career
Identify Skills & Interests
Choosing a Career or Major? The CDO can help. Begin by making an appointment to talk with a counselor about your concerns.
Explore Career Pathways
Still exploring? There are infinite possibilities of how you can connect your major to a career path.
Resumes & Cover Letters
Let the CDO help you effectively present yourself as a candidate with your resume(s) and job search correspondence.
FREDNetwork
FREDNetwork is now powered by Handshake. Build your career on Handshake with more than 250,000 employers!
Interview Preparation
Be ready at all times to take a call regarding an interview! When a recruiter contacts you, they will want to set up a location, date and time for the interview.
Internships
An internship is a learning experience at an organization in a position related to your major or career field.
Job Search
Getting started with your job search? To discuss your options, develop some strategies, and learn how the CDO can help.
Graduate School
Thinking about applying to graduate or professional school?
Student Story
My passion and drive to succeed in this music industry has only been fueled and encouraged by my program at Fredonia. The incredible support system that I have at school with my colleagues in the Music Industry program also pushes me to work hard. It’s all about connections and Fredonia has given me the skills and connections I will need in my future career.
— Aaron Fern
Aaron Fern
Class of 2020
Music Industry
Career Development
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Career Development Office
Gregory Hall, 2nd floor
State University of New York at Fredonia
Fredonia, NY 14063
Contact
716-673-3327
716-673-3593 f
careers@fredonia.edu
Hours
Academic-Year Hours: 8:00 am - 4:30 pm, Monday-Friday
Summer Hours: 8:00 am - 4:00 pm, Monday-Friday