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Career development is an ongoing process of self-discovery. Being intentional and thoughtful about the experiences you engage in, the skills you develop, and the professional connections you make play an important role in this process.  Whether you are in the process of exploring career and major options, looking expand on your experiences to help build your skills and resume, or need help strategizing how to reach whatever your goals may be, the Career Development & Internship Center (CDIC) is here to support you on your self-discovery journey

 

Set Yourself Up for Success this Summer!

Happy summer vacation, Hounds!

Whether you’re working, travelling, interning, or just relaxing this summer, there is plenty you can be doing to set yourself up for a success future right now.

No matter your year in school, it is never …

By Kelly Stairs M.A. '10
Kelly Stairs M.A. '10 Assistant Director
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Hounds with Purpose — An Interview with Elizabeth Keeley ’02 by Sara Flayhan ’25

Make Your Own Way To Understand Your Purpose

An Interview with Elizabeth Keeley ’02 by Sara Flayhan ’25

Hounds with Purpose is a space for alumni to share their stories of purpose and vocational engagement beyond their years at Assumption. …

By Mike D'Ambrosio
Mike D'Ambrosio
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Top 15 Informational Interview Questions to Ask (and Why)

Informational interviews put you in the driver’s seat. They are phenomenal opportunities to find out more about a job, career path, industry, or company you’re interested in. But any interview is often only as good as the questions the interviewer …

By Forage
Showcase your skills. Find your career fit.
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We Need Environmental Science Grads, But What Do You Need? 13 Career Options We Think You’ll Love

You might be the kid who loved being outdoors, exploring the nearby woods and collecting bugs in a jar or taking samples from the local pond to look at under your most prized possession: a microscope (you know, the one …

By The Muse
Expert advice to answer your career questions.
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Christina Graziano ’10, J.D. Partner at KBA Attorneys

Hounds with Purpose is a space for alumni to share their stories of purpose and vocational engagement beyond their years at Assumption. This blog is created by the Center for Purpose and Vocation and the Career Development and Internship Center …

By Pilar Betts
Pilar Betts
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Career Resources

Professional Communication Handbook

Professional Communication Handbook contains everything you need to know to help set yourself apart from your competition and help you …

Professional Communication Handbook for Education Majors

Professional Communication Handbook for Education Majors contains everything you need to know to help set yourself apart from your competition …

Writing a Cover Letter- General

Never written a cover letter before?  The CDIC is here to help!

Writing a Cover Letter – Science

Need to write a cover letter for a science position?  No problem!  Check out this sample for some tips!

Preparing for Interviews

Have a big interview coming up and no time to complete a mock interview in the CDIC?  This resource has …

Requesting a Letter of Recommendation

How to request a Letter of Recommendation and create a references sheet.