Chapman University Career and Professional Development

Need help with a resume or cover letter? No clue where to start on your career journey? We know who to call! This blog is your chance to meet our Peer Advisors, Kelly Ma (‘21) and Ivy Magruder (‘22)! These knowledgeable, personable, and wonderful women are here to help YOU succeed. Whether it’s helping you bulk up your resume and cover letter, giving career presentations, or developing accessible resources for student success, Ivy and Kelly are always here to help!

Hello 2021, pleasure to finally to meet you. 2020 has definitely brought tremendous change for many of us especially in our professional lives. But cheers to ringing in a new year full of fresh beginnings and taking exciting steps toward our career journeys. Read more about creating healthy New Year’s Resolutions for your career in 2021:

Traveling the world can help prepare you for the professional world? B.A. in Italian Studies & Public Relations & Advertising major, Briana Salatino '18 can tell you more about THAT. Learning a new language and immersing yourself into a culture different from your own challenges you to think on your toes, and differently from how you normally would. In the events industry, contingency planning and creative problem solving are essential. I find that because of my exp...eriences navigating a foreign country, practicing a foreign language and immersing myself in new ways of thinking, I’m able to pivot and adjust easily in a professional context. In the days of COVID-19, this skill has proven itself essential and allowed 'The Other Art Fair' to expand into new territory when most are calling it quits. Read more under Chapman Italian Studies News

Happy Holidays, from us to you To our partners and our panthers, wishing you a safe & restful holiday season as you stay home for the holidays.

Here to give a BIG virtual congratulations to the fall grads and ALL you panthers on finishing off this semester! This semester definitely looked a little different, but props to all of you on finishing strong. Enjoy your well-deserved holiday break, panthers! December gads: Be sure to fill out the first destination survey - http://bit.ly/CU21FDS! Here to support you always, ... Chapman Career Team See more

ALUMNI SPOTLIGHT! Charlie Liu ‘20, a Chapman AND Career Center Student Worker alumni, is living proof that networking during college is the key to success. A software engineer at Promenade Software, Charlie was first introduced to the CEO of the company by a friend of his. From there, he interned at Promenade until he transitioned to a full-time position as an Engineer post graduation. We’re so proud of you, Charlie! Keep it up!

Got a Mock Interview today? (STEM, Healthcare, Human Services, Government, & Education - register for an open 15-minute slot ) No worries! We got you covered with a blog full of tips to nailing that interview no matter when it is! Peer Advisor, Ivy Magruder '22 includes the best insight on what to do BEFORE, DURING, and AFTER your interview in navigating the virtual world today. Find out more in this five minute read to best prepare for your next virtual interview.

REAL Employers, MOCK Interviews! Calling all STEM majors! Now is your chance to meet one-on-one with employers for our mock-interview event! Learn about interview etiquette, mannerisms, confidence, while also connecting with companies in the Science , Technology , Engineering , Mathematics, Healthcare, Human Services, Government, and Education industries. Register for a 15 minute module with the employer of your choice using the link in our bio! New and excitin...g companies are being added daily, including: Google, Microsoft, Edwards Lifesciences, The Energy Coalition, Nike, Disney, OC Habitats, LAUSD, WHW, Alpha Public School, West Basin Municipal Water District Now is your time to shine! Visit Handshake to take advantage of this life-changing opportunity for tomorrow's Mock Interviews (Oct 29) from 10 am - 4 pm.

In the competitive world of entertainment, getting early hands-on career experience is a must. Enter ViacomCBS' Campus to Career program: your foot in the door. Parent to some of the most recognizable and respected brands of the industry Paramount MTV, CBS, Comedy Central, etc. Viacom is excited to host Chapman students interested in learning about internship opportunities including Communications & Public Relations, Creative Development, Ad Sales, Music & Media Licensing, Marketing, Finance & Accounting, MBA, and Legal (For JD students!) Starstruck? Same. Want in? Here's your chance. Join HR teammates Karla Melara & Annie McKee to learn about their company's culture, gain insight into their business, and advice on standing out in the application process on THURSDAY, OCT. 29 at 12 PM. Register on Handshake!

Zoomed-out? As a part of our #CUSafelyBack phased return to campus, career appointments are now available in-person on Wednesdays on a first-come-first-serve, appointment and drop-in basis. Note: For the safety of our Chapman Family, participating in in-person appointments requires completion of Chapman University's return-to-campus process. Daily Covid-Clear email and mask are required to enter campus facilities, including the Career House.