Penn State students looking for meaningful work that incorporates their skills and future career goals — without leaving campus — may find that and more at Penn State University Libraries. This is the third in a series of student worker spotlights highlighting meaningful learning and working experiences at the University Libraries.
The Penn State Abington Business Leaders student organization welcomes students from all majors to support the development of practical skills for the workplace.
Penn State Abington students, with support from career and professional development staff, met with recruiters from more 80 companies and organizations.
Vanessa Sexton, a recent Penn State Abington graduate who is now enrolled in the MBA program at Penn State Great Valley, is quickly advancing in her career thanks to the diverse and marketable curriculum that is only available through Abington's customizable integrative arts major.
The technical knowledge and soft skills Penn State Abington engineering students master quickly leads to employment after graduation. New alumnus Clifford Dennis said rigorous academics, the required capstone course and summer internship, and relationships with faculty are keys to success.
Penn State Abington Career and Professional Development administers the assessments to give students insight into their strengths, which can help them make more informed decisions about the future.
Penn State Abington Career and Professional Development staff invest weeks into preparing students for the annual Spring Career Fair, scheduled for Wednesday, March 1. Here are their top recommendations to prepare students to meet recruiters.
First-generation college student Michael Quinn has found opportunities and success at Penn State despite the academic challenges he faced in high school.
Research demonstrates that more than 50 percent of students are offered permanent employment at their internship sites. Penn State Abington Career and Professional Development staff have supports and guidelines ready to assist you..
Students interested in learning about internships and careers in health policy can hear from a variety of industry professionals during a panel discussion hosted by the Penn State Health Policy and Administration Consortium from 6 to 7:15 p.m. on Tuesday, Nov. 15, via Zoom.