Career Services

Penn State Lehigh Valley Career Services exists to offer students many opportunities to prepare for the world of work throughout their undergraduate experience. As you navigate through this site, you will see a variety of resources and information for students, alumni, and employer partners. Please feel free to e-mail any feedback or suggestions for Career Services to Jessica Kirkwood at jlk296@psu.edu.

The goals of Lehigh Valley Career Services are:
1. To assist current students in career exploration and solidifying career and life goals.
2. To assist students in gaining the experiences and skills they need to provide for a smooth transition into the workforce upon graduation.
3. To develop and enhance relationships between students, employer partners, and Penn State Alumni.

SERVICES

• Assessments
• Major/Minor & Career Exploration
• Informational Interviewing
• Internet Resources
• Self Reflection & Values Clarification
• Career Library
• Support/Career Concerns
• 1:1 Appointments & Drop-ins

Experience:

• Internships
• Part-time jobs
• Volunteering
• Job Shadowing
• Service Learning

Educational Programming:

• Resume & Cover Letters
• Job Searching
• Interview Skills
• Job Offers & Negotiations
• Career Fair Preparation
• Graduate School Preparation
• Mock Interviews (can be taped)
• Backpack to Briefcase for Seniors
• Online Workshops
• Classroom presentations

Employer/Alumni Relations:

• Networking Opportunities
• Nittany Lion Recruiting (jobs, internships)                         
• LionLink (connecting with alumni)
• Career Fairs
• Employer Spotlights (information sessions/tables)
• Etiquette Dinner

It is recommended that you schedule an appointment by contacting Career Services.