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Eberly Career Development Center
At Eberly Career Development (ECDC), we believe career development is a journey, not a destination. Our approach is built around four simple principles:
Explore. Connect. Develop. Create.
These aren’t just words. They are the foundation of your career journey.
Explore Discover your interests. Find your direction.
College is the perfect time to ask questions, explore possibilities, and learn more about yourself.
At ECDC, we’ll help you:
- Explore careers related to your major
- Discover your strengths, interests, and values
- Learn what you can do with an Arts & Sciences degree
- Understand career pathways
- Create a personalized four-year career plan
You don’t have to have all the answers. You just have to be willing to explore.
Connect Build relationships that open doors.
Success isn’t just about what you know. It’s also about who you learn from and the relationships you build.
We’ll help you connect with:
- Employers
- Alumni
- Faculty
- Career coaches
- Internship opportunities
- Research experiences
- Student organizations
- Career fairs and networking events
Every conversation has the potential to become your next opportunity.
Develop Build the skills employers value.
Your degree provides knowledge. Your experiences develop the skills that prepare you for success.
We’ll help you develop:
- Career-ready skills (NACE Competencies)
- Professional communication
- Networking confidence
- Interview skills
- Resume and LinkedIn development
- Personal branding
- Leadership
- Professionalism
Career development doesn’t happen overnight; it grows through intentional experiences.
Create Build the future you imagine.
Everything you explore, every connection you make, and every skill you develop helps create your future.
We’ll help you:
- Launch your job search
- Evaluate job offers
- Negotiate salary
- Apply to graduate or professional school
- Build your professional brand
- Transition confidently after graduation
Your future won’t be defined by one moment. It will be created through the choices you make throughout college.
Our mission
At Eberly Career Development, we believe career development is a process of exploration, connection, development, and creation. Our mission is to help Arts and Sciences students explore possibilities, connect their education with meaningful experiences, develop professionally, and create successful futures through personalized guidance, experiential learning, and employer engagement.
Our vision
Our vision is for every Eberly student to graduate with the confidence, experiences, professional skills, and connections needed to successfully navigate an evolving world and make a positive impact in their communities and professions.
For parents and families
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For faculty and staff
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Explore. Connect. Develop. Create.
Your roadmap from your first semester to what’s next.