Career Development for Students - Cleary University

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Career Development for Students - Cleary University
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Career Services for Adult & Non-Traditional Students
1. Personalized Career Guidance
One-on-one sessions focused on career changes, industry transitions, promotions, and long-term planning designed around adult learners’ goals and life circumstances.
2. Resume, Cover Letter & LinkedIn Optimization
Career-focused document reviews tailored to adults returning to school, career-changers, and working enhancing their credentials.
3. AI-Powered Career Pathway Tools
Custom prompts that help students explore multiple career directions, identify transferable skills, and map out step-by-step pathways from entry-level to advanced roles.
4. Job Search Strategy Sessions
Targeted guidance on job search tactics, networking approaches, and how to leverage professional experience gained prior to returning to school.
5. Interview Coaching & Mock Interviewing
Practice sessions designed around behavioral interviews, industry expectations, and re-entering the job market after career breaks or career changes..
6. Career Fairs (Virtual & In-Person)
Special accommodations for adult learners, including virtual options when available and clear communication about employer expectations.
7. Skills Assessment & Transferable Skill Mapping
Help identifying the value of past military, management, trades, healthcare, customer service, or technical experience and translating it to business roles.
8. Alumni Career Support for Life
Ongoing access to advising, job search help, and career resources long after graduation.
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Jessica Dale
Director of Career Services & Alumni Relations
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Career Development
Attending university is an opportunity to discover who you are, who you want to be, and in what way you will contribute to the world. A large part of this journey includes mapping out your career options.
Cleary University’s Career Development office assists and supports students in exploring career possibilities related to current paths of study, career planning and job search preparation. Our goal is to help students develop the experiences that provide them with opportunities to explore their strengths and passions, help them understand career fundamentals, assist in building a professional network, add relevant experience to their resume, and build a life they love!
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