Explore possibilities. Gain experience. Launch your future.
At Marietta College, your Landmark Experience is about more than earning a degree. It's about developing the knowledge, skills, confidence, and connections that help you lead a meaningful life and career.
Career preparation is woven throughout your Landmark Experience. Career Development helps you connect your interests, academic experiences, and career goals while building the skills employers and graduate schools value most. Through one-on-one coaching, experiential learning opportunities, professional development programs, and employer partnerships, Career Development helps you turn potential into possibility so you graduate not only with a degree, but with meaningful experiences, professional connections, career-ready skills, and the confidence to pursue opportunities that align with their goals and purpose.
Career Development can help whether you're choosing a major, searching for an internship, building a résumé, or preparing for your first professional position, you'll find personalized support every step of the way. we're located on the first floor of Legacy Library.
Hours
Monday–Friday | 8:30 a.m.–5:00 p.m.
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Career Coaching
Personalized Guidance for Every Stage of Your Journey
Meet one-on-one with a career coach for personalized guidance and support. We can help you with:
- Career exploration and major selection
- Résumés and cover letters
- LinkedIn profiles
- Internship and job searches
- Interview preparation and mock interviews
- Salary negotiation and professional etiquette
Whether you are exploring possibilities or preparing for graduation, our career coaches are here to help.
Events and Workshops
Learn, Connect, and Grow
Professional success starts with meaningful experiences and connections. Throughout the year, Career Development hosts programs that help students build confidence, develop skills, and engage with employers, alumni and peers.
Featured programs include:
- Job Talk speaker series
- Life After College mini-series
- Speed Mock Interviews
- Résumé and LinkedIn workshops
- Employer information sessions
- Networking events
- Career fairs and recruiting events
These programs provide valuable opportunities to learn from professionals, gain industry insights, and develop the skills employers seek.
Internships and Employment Resources
Turn Learning into Experience
Experiential learning is one of the most powerful ways to prepare for your future career. Career Development connects students with opportunities that complement their academic experiences and help them develop real-world skills.
Explore opportunities such as:
- Internships
- Part-time employment
- Full-time career opportunities
- Graduate and professional school pathways
Through Handshake and our network of employers and alumni, you can discover meaningful opportunities, build professional connections, and gain experience that sets you apart after graduation.
For more information on registering for internships, visit Records Office > Internship Registration
Experiential Education Awards
Support for high-impact learning experiences
Some of the most transformative learning happens outside the classroom.
Experiential Education Awards help students pursue hands-on learning opportunities that enrich their Marietta College experience and strengthen career readiness. Funding may support experiences such as:
- Internships
- Research projects
- Service-learning experiences
- Study abroad opportunities
- Professional conferences
- Other experiential learning initiatives
These opportunities allow students to apply classroom knowledge, explore career interests, develop new skills, and expand their professional networks.
If you're interested in hands-on learning experiences like internships, research, or conferences off-campus but are unsure about covering transportation, housing, and equipment expenses, check out the available awards. These awards have been made possible through the generosity of our dedicated alumni and friends. Watch for announcements and application deadlines on Handshake.
AWARD | DESCRIPTION |
|---|---|
| Danielle L. Cisler ’05 Award | This annual award will be provided to a qualified student who participates in an approved internship in a business and/or STEM-related field. The award may be used for expenses such as relocation travel, housing/accommodations, meals, related equipment purchases, and other living expenses, depending on the parameters of the internship. |
| Howsmon-Keyes Experiential Education Award | Funds from this endowment are to be used to assist in the provision of experiential education opportunities for students of Marietta College. This may include but is not limited to, costs associated with housing, transportation, stipend, conference fees, workshop fees, and any other costs that might otherwise be a barrier to internship, externship, or other experiential learning opportunities. |
| Nancy Dare Luce '76 Experiential Learning Award | This endowment awards up to $5,000 to two students who have demonstrated financial need and participate in an approved experiential learning opportunity. First preference is given to internships. Funds will reimburse expenses such as relocation travel, housing/accommodations, meals, related equipment purchases, and other living expenses, depending on the parameters of the internship. |
| Robert E. Evans Internship Award | One annual award of $5000.00 will be provided to a qualified student who participates in an approved internship in a for-profit organization, preferably a major national or global organization. The award may be used for expenses such as salary, relocation travel, housing, meals, related equipment purchases, and other living expenses, depending on the parameters of the internship. |
| Thrash-Henderson Mathematics Experiential Education Award | Distributions from this fund are to be used to support and underwrite experiential education opportunities for students majoring in mathematics or computer science. Funds may be expended on, but not limited to, travel, research, conference fees, housing expenses, stipend, etc. |
Career Development uses Handshake for all on-campus recruiting, resume referrals, and job/internship postings. We also post our upcoming workshops and events on Handshake.
You may also use Handshake to make an appointment with us to:
- Explore Careers and Internships.
- Refine your Resume & Cover letter.
- Prepare for Interviews.
- Develop an effective LinkedIn Profile.
- Receive feedback on your Business Card.
- Prepare for Graduate School.
- Borrow professional attire from Career Closet.
- Take a Professional Headshot.
PathwayU serves as an online career and education counseling program. By analyzing your assessed interests and goals, it employs scientific algorithms to align you with potential careers and majors that best suit you. The primary objective of PathwayU is to assist students in discovering a career that ignites their passion. Visit PathwayU to:
- Log in with your MC credentials or, create an account.
- Complete all survey information.
- Complete all self-assessment components.
- Click ‘explore career matches’.
- Filter by subject area or view all careers.
- Learn more about each career and what it takes to work in that field.
Search Parker Dewey for Micro-internships. Micro-internships are short-term, paid, professional assignments that are like those given to new hires or interns. Micro-internships can take place year-round and typically range from 5 to 40 hours of work.
Customized Chat GPT
Use for Resumes, Cover Letters, Interviews, Career Exploration
Download Customized ChatGPT list (MS Word document)
Resume & Cover Letter Resources
Resume Examples (MS Word documents)
- Lower-level Resume Example
- Middle-level Resume Example
- Upper-level Resume Example
- Upper-level Resume Example 2
- Upper-level Resume Example 3
- Executive-level Resume Example
- Sport Management Major Resume Example
- Education Major Resume Example
Resume Templates (MS Word documents)
Cover Letter Examples (PDF documents open in a new window)
CV (Curriculum Vitae) Example & Information (MS Word douments)
Small steps today. Big opportunities tomorrow.
Career development is a journey, not a single destination. That's why we encourage students to begin building career-ready skills from their very first year on campus.
Our Four-Year Career Plan provides a roadmap to help students:
- Explore personal interests and strengths
- Connect majors to career opportunities
- Build a professional network
- Gain leadership and internship experience
- Prepare for graduate school or employment
- Transition confidently from college to career
By taking intentional steps each year, students graduate prepared to succeed in a rapidly changing world.
- YEAR 1: In your first year
YEAR 1: In your first year
- Visit MyMarietta, find the links to PathwayU and Handshake. Use your Marietta College email and password to access these platforms.
- Complete the Self-Assessment form on PathwayU.
- Become familiar with Handshake and learn how to make appointments with a career coach.
- Create a virtual and/or physical business card. Less is more: only include your name, email, and phone number on the card.
- Follow Career Development on social media and Linktree.
- Check campus resources such as Handshake, MyMarietta, digital and physical bulletin boards, and your email on a regular basis for information on career development workshops, summer jobs, competitions, internships, and other opportunities. Make sure to take advantage of as many of these opportunities as possible.
- Practice your “elevator pitch” — how you introduce yourself in networking opportunities.
- Consider joining a student organization or club that interests you. Employers value these activities.
- Explore the many opportunities available to study abroad.
- Schedule an appointment with a career coach on Handshake to discuss:
- The results of your Self-Assessment on PathwayU and your career goals
- Your professional résumé
- Summer jobs and internships
- YEAR 2: During Your Second Year
- Update your Handshake profile and your business card.
- Draft your first cover letter for a potential job or internship.
- Create an account on LinkedIn and develop your professional profile. Start building your network on LinkedIn
- Check social media and campus resources such as Handshake, MyMarietta, digital and physical bulletin boards, and your email regularly for information on career development workshops, summer jobs, competitions, internships, and other opportunities. Make sure to take advantage of as many of these opportunities as possible.
- Look into leadership opportunities within student organizations and clubs.
- Practice your “elevator pitch” — how you introduce yourself for networking opportunities.
- Explore different career paths through informational interviews or job shadows.
- Schedule an appointment with your academic advisor to discuss your career goals and seek their feedback.
- Schedule an appointment with a career coach on Handshake to discuss:
Your experiential learning requirements
Your LinkedIn and Handshake profiles, résumé, business card, and cover letter
Summer jobs and internship applications
- YEAR 3: Throughout your third year
- Update your LinkedIn and Handshake profiles, résumé, business card, and cover letter.
- Conduct an informational and/or mock interview with a professional in your field or with a career counselor.
- Check social media and campus resources for information on career development workshops, summer jobs, competitions, internships, and other opportunities.
- Practice your “elevator pitch” — how you introduce yourself for networking opportunities.
- Speak with your academic advisor and/or a career counselor to evaluate the skills and experiences needed for your post-grad goals.
- Prepare for graduate schoolentrance exams (if applying).
- Schedule an appointment with career coaches on Handshake to receive assistance with your career-related questions and activities.
- Look for a summer internship.
- YEAR 4: Before you finish your fourth year
- Polish your resume and cover letter, and be ready to tailor them for each specific job opportunity.
- Use the available tools, including Handshake, LinkedIn, to identify and apply for positions.
- Check social media and campus resources for information on workshops, mock interviews, networking events, and job fairs to prepare for life after college. Make sure to take advantage of as many of these opportunities as possible.
- Talk with your academic advisor about graduate school, and confirm that all graduation requirements will be met.
- Create a spreadsheet to keep track of the jobs and graduate school programs that interest you (complete with application requirements and deadlines).
- Connect with professors, mentors, and alumni for guidance and job leads.
- Prepare for graduate school entrance exams (if applying).
- Use the schedule appointment function in Handshake to book interview rooms and borrow from the Career Closet to ensure you are ready for virtual and/or in-person interviews.
- Schedule an appointment with a career coach on Handshake to receive assistance with your career-related questions and activities.