Career Development Center - Albright College
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Career Development Center - Albright College
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Career Development Center
The Albright College Career Development Center (CDC) supports students and alumni through every stage of career planning by providing one-on-one advising, career exploration resources, resume and cover letter reviews, interview preparation, internship and job search support, and connections with employers and alumni. Through workshops, events, and individualized guidance, the CDC helps students translate their academic experiences and co-curricular involvement into meaningful career pathways that align with their goals beyond Albright.
Hours:
Mon. – Fri., 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Location:
1st Floor, Roessner Hall 115
Appointments preferred.
To schedule yours email
careerdevelopmentcenter@albright.edu
or
log in to Handshake
Albright ranks in the top 17% for long-term return on investment among more than 4,500 U.S. colleges, meaning our graduates realize a long-term earnings gain of $951,000 compared to graduates from other institutions of higher education.
- Georgetown University Center on Education and the Workforce (CEW)
Information for Students
Information for Faculty
Information for Employers
Request an Internship: Handshake
Focus 2 Career: Career and Major Exploration Portal
(Access Code:
lions
)
Student Professional Guide
TimelyCare: Career Readiness
Internship Guidelines
Internship Instructions
Student
:
How to Request an Internship on Handshake
Employer (Site Supervisor)
:
How to Approve an Internship Request on Handshake
Faculty
:
How to Approve an Internship Request on Handshake
Internship Approval Process
There are three steps to the internship approval process:
1) The student’s
site supervisor
must begin the approval process. They should receive an email to complete an approval survey to submit within a week of approval start.
2) The student’s
faculty advisor
must complete the approval survey next.
3) Finally, the
registrar
completes the approval.
Once all three responses are submitted, then the internship experience is
officially
recognized with the college, and internship hours can count. The approval process is in chronological order, so the site supervisor
must
complete the survey first before the faculty advisor, then the registrar.
Here is a short video with a breakdown of the process:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-DK4IomdonA
More details can be found on our
Canvas page
.
Contact
careerdevelopmentcenter@albright.edu
with any questions.
Workshop Request Form
Employer Guide to Internships
FLSA and Unpaid Internships
NACE Best Practices for Internships
How-To: Post Employment/Internship Positions
How-To: Post Employment/Internship Positions
Internship Guidelines
Internship Instructions
Student
:
How to Request an Internship on Handshake
Employer (Site Supervisor)
:
How to Approve an Internship Request on Handshake
Faculty
:
How to Approve an Internship Request on Handshake
Internship Approval Process
There are three steps to the internship approval process:
1) The student’s
site supervisor
must begin the approval process. They should receive an email to complete an approval survey to submit within a week of approval start.
2) The student’s
faculty advisor
must complete the approval survey next.
3) Finally, the
registrar
completes the approval.
Once all three responses are submitted, then the internship experience is
officially
recognized with the college, and internship hours can count. The approval process is in chronological order, so the site supervisor
must
complete the survey first before the faculty advisor, then the registrar.
Here is a short video with a breakdown of the process:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-DK4IomdonA
More details can be found on our
Canvas page
.
Contact
careerdevelopmentcenter@albright.edu
with any questions.
Upcoming Events
The Career Closet
Post-Graduate Articulation Agreements
FAQs
Resume Revamp:
April 22, 2026, 11:00 am-4:00 pm, McMillan Student Center Main Lounge (During Grad & Beyond Fair)
Albright College and the CDC are proud to offer the
Career Closet – professional clothing for students FOR FREE.
This clothing might be needed for presentations, interviews, attire for work or internship, etc. including shoes, accessories, and jewelry!)
Where else could a student select a two-piece suit and a pair of shoes
100% free
?
Stay tuned for Career Closet Open Houses.
For those interested in
donating to the Career Closet
, we ask for all items to be in good condition and are current classic styles. Items can be dropped off during Albright business hours or by appointment.
All proceeds go back into the Career Closet
to purchase items we do not receive through donations.
Albright College has partnered with some of the best regional colleges and universities to provide our alumni with seamless transfer benefits and in some case scholarship opportunities for post-graduate programs. Please review the articulation/partnership links for full details regarding application requirements and scholarship offerings. Albright College offers
fully-online post-graduate education.
American University
M.S., Marketing
Chestnut Hill College
M.S., Clinical and Counseling Psychology
M.S., Administration of Human Services
M.S., Instructional Technology
Carnegie Mellon University
Master of Science in Information Security Policy and Management (MSISPM)
Master of Science in Public Policy and Management (MSPPM)
Master of Arts Management (MAM)
Master of Entertainment Industry Management (MEIM)
Master of Science in Health Care Policy and Management (MSHCPM)
Master of Science in Health Care Analytics and IT (MSHCA)
Master of Information Systems Management (MISM)
Requires at least one college-level programming course prior to enrollment
Master of Science in Information Technology (MSIT)
Requires at least one college-level programming course and a minimum of 3 years of professional work experience prior to enrollment
Duquesne University
MBA-Sustainable Business Practices (MBA-SBP)
Professional MBA
Master of Science in Accountancy
Master of Science in Analytics & Information Management
Master of Science in Supply Chain Management
Drexel University
3+3 Juris Doctorate and 3+1 Master of Legal Studies (BA/JD – BA/MLS)
Elizabethtown College
Master of Arts in Counseling Psychology Program
Moravian University
M.B.A., Master in Business Administration
M.S.H.R.M. Master in Human Resource Management
Pennsylvania State University, School of Medicine at Hershey
Under the terms of this agreement, students with a combined SAT score of 1250 and a 3.5 GPA at the end of their sophomore year are nominated for early acceptance to Hershey Medical School, provided that they have completed eight of the 10 required courses (BIO 151, 203; CHE 105, 106, 207, 208; MAT 131, 132; PHY 201, 202). Successful candidates must complete their undergraduate requirements with a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.3, and earn at least Hershey’s national average scores on the MCAT.
Reading Hospital School of Health Sciences
To be eligible for this program, students shall have completed at least three (3) years of coursework in Medical Technology/Medical Laboratory Science at Albright College, have a minimum of 90 semester hours, and have a grade point average of greater than or equal to 2.5 overall and of greater than or equal to 2.5 in the biology and chemistry courses taken.
Saint Joseph’s University
College of Arts and Sciences
Certificate Programs
Erivan K. Haub School of Business
School of Health Studies and Education
Thomas Jefferson University
M.P.H. Master of Public Health
University of Delaware
M.A., Urban Affairs and Public Policy
M.A., Historic Preservation
M.P.A., Public Administration
Villanova University
M.A.C. Master of Accountancy
M.S.A. Master of Science in Analytics
M.S.F. Master of Science in Finance
What is Handshake?
When should students visit the Career Development Center?
Why should a student who has decided on a major need to use the Center?
How does the Center help students who are undecided about their major?
Is it common for students to start out knowing exactly what they want to do with their lives but then become uncertain or consider a completely different direction?
What majors, co-majors and special programs are offered at Albright College?
How can I find on-campus employment opportunities?
How can I find off-campus part-time employment, internships or full time job opportunities?
What assistance does the Center provide for applying to graduate school?
Handshake
is an online system that allows you to post your resume, view and apply to part and full-time job and internship listings, and connect with professionals. Be sure to complete and keep your Profile and Documents sections updated. Before posting your resume on Handshake, students are encouraged to receive resume feedback from a career counselor. This one-stop, web-based system will help you to manage your job search throughout your time at Albright. A comprehensive calendar of CDC events is also accessible through Handshake.
Students can utilize the Center at any time during their academic career and as alumni of Albright. Students are encouraged to begin working with us in their first year. According to the National Association of College and Employers 2010 Student Survey, “the likelihood of a student getting a job offer increased with the frequency of career center use. Students who used the career center four or more times a semester were more likely to have job offers than those who used it once a semester.” It all begins with choosing/confirming a choice of major, developing a plan for experiential learning opportunities and being able to articulate your skills and experience both on a resume and in person.
Many students begin college confident in their choice of a major. In any major, there are a number of career paths that a student can take depending on their interests and abilities. Shadowing, networking, gaining “hands-on” experience through an internship, study abroad, and/or undergraduate research project can help students to develop skills that are valued by employers and to gain real world experience that can clarify or solidify the direction of their career. The Center is a valuable resource for finding such “experiential education” opportunities, and for providing access to alumni and employers. Also, as noted in the answer to question 2, research shows that “the likelihood of a student getting a job offer increased with the frequency of career center use. Students who used the career center four or more times a semester were more likely to have job offers than those who used it once a semester.”
As an incoming Alpha (undecided) first year student or a sophomore who is re-exploring their initial major direction, we can help. The Center offers several self-assessments in consultation with a career counselor who will help the student to define their interests, values, skills, personal characteristics and what concentration and career options may be a good match.
Many college students struggle with the decision about their college major and are unsure of their choice, even if they have selected a college major. Approximately eighty percent of all entering students change their concentration (major) at least once during their college career. Albright wants to emphasize that it’s fine for students to enter college without a clear idea of which academic program they wish to pursue and what their ultimate career will be. Being “undeclared” or “undecided” isn’t a cause for panic! The opportunity for academic exploration is a unique life opportunity, and it is central to the educational experience at a liberal arts college like Albright.
Go to the Albright
Undergraduate Programs page
for more information.
All on-campus employment is handled by Albright College Human Resources. Student employment opportunities can be found
on this page
or by contacting the department directly.
The Center offers students and alumni various online resources in addition to individual career counseling to discuss specific strategies based on your needs. Please contact us to schedule an individual appointment. In addition to job/internship postings, we are committed to facilitating on-campus recruitment (held October/November and March/April), job/internship fairs (February/March) and preparing students for the best job search possible through workshops, online/resource library information and individual appointments.
Our career counselors can assist you in finding the right graduate/professional school, defining criteria to assess programs, developing your personal statement as well as provide information about various admission exams such as the LSAT or GRE. We also host a graduate/professional school fair each fall where students will have an opportunity to meet with admission counselors from graduate/professional schools in various disciplines.
Lisa Blount
Director of Career Services
School:
(610) 921-7243
Career Center Ambassadors
Our Career Center Ambassadors are also available to help students! They are specially trained to assist with resume reviews, internship searches, and other quick questions.
Skip To Main Content
Career Development Center
The Albright College Career Development Center (CDC) supports students and alumni through every stage of career planning by providing one-on-one advising, career exploration resources, resume and cover letter reviews, interview preparation, internship and job search support, and connections with employers and alumni. Through workshops, events, and individualized guidance, the CDC helps students translate their academic experiences and co-curricular involvement into meaningful career pathways that align with their goals beyond Albright.
Hours:
Mon. – Fri., 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Location:
1st Floor, Roessner Hall 115
Appointments preferred.
To schedule yours email
careerdevelopmentcenter@albright.edu
or
log in to Handshake
Albright ranks in the top 17% for long-term return on investment among more than 4,500 U.S. colleges, meaning our graduates realize a long-term earnings gain of $951,000 compared to graduates from other institutions of higher education.
- Georgetown University Center on Education and the Workforce (CEW)
Information for Students
Information for Faculty
Information for Employers
Request an Internship: Handshake
Focus 2 Career: Career and Major Exploration Portal
(Access Code:
lions
)
Student Professional Guide
TimelyCare: Career Readiness
Internship Guidelines
Internship Instructions
Student
:
How to Request an Internship on Handshake
Employer (Site Supervisor)
:
How to Approve an Internship Request on Handshake
Faculty
:
How to Approve an Internship Request on Handshake
Internship Approval Process
There are three steps to the internship approval process:
1) The student’s
site supervisor
must begin the approval process. They should receive an email to complete an approval survey to submit within a week of approval start.
2) The student’s
faculty advisor
must complete the approval survey next.
3) Finally, the
registrar
completes the approval.
Once all three responses are submitted, then the internship experience is
officially
recognized with the college, and internship hours can count. The approval process is in chronological order, so the site supervisor
must
complete the survey first before the faculty advisor, then the registrar.
Here is a short video with a breakdown of the process:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-DK4IomdonA
More details can be found on our
Canvas page
.
Contact
careerdevelopmentcenter@albright.edu
with any questions.
Workshop Request Form
Employer Guide to Internships
FLSA and Unpaid Internships
NACE Best Practices for Internships
How-To: Post Employment/Internship Positions
How-To: Post Employment/Internship Positions
Internship Guidelines
Internship Instructions
Student
:
How to Request an Internship on Handshake
Employer (Site Supervisor)
:
How to Approve an Internship Request on Handshake
Faculty
:
How to Approve an Internship Request on Handshake
Internship Approval Process
There are three steps to the internship approval process:
1) The student’s
site supervisor
must begin the approval process. They should receive an email to complete an approval survey to submit within a week of approval start.
2) The student’s
faculty advisor
must complete the approval survey next.
3) Finally, the
registrar
completes the approval.
Once all three responses are submitted, then the internship experience is
officially
recognized with the college, and internship hours can count. The approval process is in chronological order, so the site supervisor
must
complete the survey first before the faculty advisor, then the registrar.
Here is a short video with a breakdown of the process:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-DK4IomdonA
More details can be found on our
Canvas page
.
Contact
careerdevelopmentcenter@albright.edu
with any questions.
Upcoming Events
The Career Closet
Post-Graduate Articulation Agreements
FAQs
Resume Revamp:
April 22, 2026, 11:00 am-4:00 pm, McMillan Student Center Main Lounge (During Grad & Beyond Fair)
Albright College and the CDC are proud to offer the
Career Closet – professional clothing for students FOR FREE.
This clothing might be needed for presentations, interviews, attire for work or internship, etc. including shoes, accessories, and jewelry!)
Where else could a student select a two-piece suit and a pair of shoes
100% free
?
Stay tuned for Career Closet Open Houses.
For those interested in
donating to the Career Closet
, we ask for all items to be in good condition and are current classic styles. Items can be dropped off during Albright business hours or by appointment.
All proceeds go back into the Career Closet
to purchase items we do not receive through donations.
Albright College has partnered with some of the best regional colleges and universities to provide our alumni with seamless transfer benefits and in some case scholarship opportunities for post-graduate programs. Please review the articulation/partnership links for full details regarding application requirements and scholarship offerings. Albright College offers
fully-online post-graduate education.
American University
M.S., Marketing
Chestnut Hill College
M.S., Clinical and Counseling Psychology
M.S., Administration of Human Services
M.S., Instructional Technology
Carnegie Mellon University
Master of Science in Information Security Policy and Management (MSISPM)
Master of Science in Public Policy and Management (MSPPM)
Master of Arts Management (MAM)
Master of Entertainment Industry Management (MEIM)
Master of Science in Health Care Policy and Management (MSHCPM)
Master of Science in Health Care Analytics and IT (MSHCA)
Master of Information Systems Management (MISM)
Requires at least one college-level programming course prior to enrollment
Master of Science in Information Technology (MSIT)
Requires at least one college-level programming course and a minimum of 3 years of professional work experience prior to enrollment
Duquesne University
MBA-Sustainable Business Practices (MBA-SBP)
Professional MBA
Master of Science in Accountancy
Master of Science in Analytics & Information Management
Master of Science in Supply Chain Management
Drexel University
3+3 Juris Doctorate and 3+1 Master of Legal Studies (BA/JD – BA/MLS)
Elizabethtown College
Master of Arts in Counseling Psychology Program
Moravian University
M.B.A., Master in Business Administration
M.S.H.R.M. Master in Human Resource Management
Pennsylvania State University, School of Medicine at Hershey
Under the terms of this agreement, students with a combined SAT score of 1250 and a 3.5 GPA at the end of their sophomore year are nominated for early acceptance to Hershey Medical School, provided that they have completed eight of the 10 required courses (BIO 151, 203; CHE 105, 106, 207, 208; MAT 131, 132; PHY 201, 202). Successful candidates must complete their undergraduate requirements with a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.3, and earn at least Hershey’s national average scores on the MCAT.
Reading Hospital School of Health Sciences
To be eligible for this program, students shall have completed at least three (3) years of coursework in Medical Technology/Medical Laboratory Science at Albright College, have a minimum of 90 semester hours, and have a grade point average of greater than or equal to 2.5 overall and of greater than or equal to 2.5 in the biology and chemistry courses taken.
Saint Joseph’s University
College of Arts and Sciences
Certificate Programs
Erivan K. Haub School of Business
School of Health Studies and Education
Thomas Jefferson University
M.P.H. Master of Public Health
University of Delaware
M.A., Urban Affairs and Public Policy
M.A., Historic Preservation
M.P.A., Public Administration
Villanova University
M.A.C. Master of Accountancy
M.S.A. Master of Science in Analytics
M.S.F. Master of Science in Finance
What is Handshake?
When should students visit the Career Development Center?
Why should a student who has decided on a major need to use the Center?
How does the Center help students who are undecided about their major?
Is it common for students to start out knowing exactly what they want to do with their lives but then become uncertain or consider a completely different direction?
What majors, co-majors and special programs are offered at Albright College?
How can I find on-campus employment opportunities?
How can I find off-campus part-time employment, internships or full time job opportunities?
What assistance does the Center provide for applying to graduate school?
Handshake
is an online system that allows you to post your resume, view and apply to part and full-time job and internship listings, and connect with professionals. Be sure to complete and keep your Profile and Documents sections updated. Before posting your resume on Handshake, students are encouraged to receive resume feedback from a career counselor. This one-stop, web-based system will help you to manage your job search throughout your time at Albright. A comprehensive calendar of CDC events is also accessible through Handshake.
Students can utilize the Center at any time during their academic career and as alumni of Albright. Students are encouraged to begin working with us in their first year. According to the National Association of College and Employers 2010 Student Survey, “the likelihood of a student getting a job offer increased with the frequency of career center use. Students who used the career center four or more times a semester were more likely to have job offers than those who used it once a semester.” It all begins with choosing/confirming a choice of major, developing a plan for experiential learning opportunities and being able to articulate your skills and experience both on a resume and in person.
Many students begin college confident in their choice of a major. In any major, there are a number of career paths that a student can take depending on their interests and abilities. Shadowing, networking, gaining “hands-on” experience through an internship, study abroad, and/or undergraduate research project can help students to develop skills that are valued by employers and to gain real world experience that can clarify or solidify the direction of their career. The Center is a valuable resource for finding such “experiential education” opportunities, and for providing access to alumni and employers. Also, as noted in the answer to question 2, research shows that “the likelihood of a student getting a job offer increased with the frequency of career center use. Students who used the career center four or more times a semester were more likely to have job offers than those who used it once a semester.”
As an incoming Alpha (undecided) first year student or a sophomore who is re-exploring their initial major direction, we can help. The Center offers several self-assessments in consultation with a career counselor who will help the student to define their interests, values, skills, personal characteristics and what concentration and career options may be a good match.
Many college students struggle with the decision about their college major and are unsure of their choice, even if they have selected a college major. Approximately eighty percent of all entering students change their concentration (major) at least once during their college career. Albright wants to emphasize that it’s fine for students to enter college without a clear idea of which academic program they wish to pursue and what their ultimate career will be. Being “undeclared” or “undecided” isn’t a cause for panic! The opportunity for academic exploration is a unique life opportunity, and it is central to the educational experience at a liberal arts college like Albright.
Go to the Albright
Undergraduate Programs page
for more information.
All on-campus employment is handled by Albright College Human Resources. Student employment opportunities can be found
on this page
or by contacting the department directly.
The Center offers students and alumni various online resources in addition to individual career counseling to discuss specific strategies based on your needs. Please contact us to schedule an individual appointment. In addition to job/internship postings, we are committed to facilitating on-campus recruitment (held October/November and March/April), job/internship fairs (February/March) and preparing students for the best job search possible through workshops, online/resource library information and individual appointments.
Our career counselors can assist you in finding the right graduate/professional school, defining criteria to assess programs, developing your personal statement as well as provide information about various admission exams such as the LSAT or GRE. We also host a graduate/professional school fair each fall where students will have an opportunity to meet with admission counselors from graduate/professional schools in various disciplines.
Lisa Blount
Director of Career Services
School:
(610) 921-7243
Career Center Ambassadors
Our Career Center Ambassadors are also available to help students! They are specially trained to assist with resume reviews, internship searches, and other quick questions.