Post Grad Service

Post grad service allows for students to develop skills through hands on service opportunities all over the world. There are many benefits to choosing  service after graduation, including, stipends, skill development, cross cultural experiences and deeper connection with communities either home or abroad. Each service year program offers a different experience, so it can be tricky finding an opportunity that works for you. Career Development and Vocation are here to help you make the decision that is right for you. Please make an appointment via handshake to talk to a coach today.

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Viking Score: References and Letters of Recommendation

References and Letters of Recommendation | 4 pts

A reference is someone who can talk about your skills, experience, abilities, and work ethic. A potential employer may call them and ask questions about you.

Letters of recommendation are written evaluations of …

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Prepare for Virtual and In-Person Career Fairs and Events

Simply attending a career fair or career event is not enough; make your participation count by preparing purposefully!

Review Attending Employers/Organizations
Most career fairs or career events have lists of attendees available ahead of time.  Review the list, research the …

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Career Goal Activity Worksheet

Your Career Goal is a personal statement defining the specifics you wish to attain through work.  This can refer to what you’d like to do for your first position after graduation/graduate school.

Think about your Career Goal as an answer …

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How To Talk About Your Non-Traditional Career Goals

If there’s one thing we have all learned through the last couple of years, it’s that future of work is changing (and more rapidly than ever). Whether you are job hunting, freelancing, starting your own nonprofit, or happily employed at …

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A Day (or a Year, or a Career) of Service

Illustration by Marian Blair

Since 1986, the third Monday of the year has been the day on which we commemorate and honor the life and legacy of Martin Luther King, Jr. And in 1994, Martin Luther King, Jr. Day was …

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Career Resources

Internship & Job Links for Social Impact & Nonprofit Careers

Are you passionate about making a difference through advocacy, education, sustainability, or community empowerment? Careers in social impact and nonprofit …

Internship & Job Links for Social Services

Are you passionate about helping others, strengthening communities, or advocating for vulnerable populations? Careers in Social Services span a wide …

Internship & Job Links for Math Majors

Are you majoring in Mathematics, Statistics, Actuarial Science, or Applied Math? A math degree opens doors to careers in finance, …

Post Grad Service Option: Social Change & Public Service

Are you looking for a meaningful way to launch your career after graduation? Post-grad service programs offer recent graduates the …

Post Grad Service Option: Federal & State Service

Americorps: AmeriCorps is the federal agency for national service and volunteerism. AmeriCorps provides opportunities for Americans of all backgrounds to …

Post Grad Service Option: International Service

NPH (Nuestros  Pequeños Hermanos): NPH transforms the lives of thousands of children and families throughout Latin America …

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Contact & Location

Phone
309-794-7339
Address

Olin Center
639 38th Street
Rock Island, IL 61201

Career Service Hours

Monday 8:00 am- 4:30 pm
Tuesday 8:00 am- 4:30 pm
Wednesday 8:00 am- 4:30 pm
Thursday 8:00 am- 4:30 pm
Friday 8:00 am- 4:30 pm