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.

The Everything Guide to a Career in Public Service

Published on September 23, 2022

When I was 13 years old, I went to science camp. One day, I sat and listened as a scientist described what global warming was going to do to the planet—rising ocean levels, mass extinctions, devastation of populations around the …

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Impact of Service Years

Published on September 23, 2022

Service years transform lives, strengthen communities, and fuel civic renewal.

from https://www.serviceyearalliance.org/impact_of_service_years

Service Years Transform Lives

Service years create pathways to opportunity for young people and allow them to develop real-world experience as well as valued professional and leadership skills.

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By Keri Bass
Keri Bass Assistant Director of Vocational Exploration and Career Coach
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Things to Prepare for a Career Fair

Published on September 23, 2022

As you prepare to look for jobs at Augustana’s career fairs there are a couple things you should do in advance.

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Research Companies in Advance

There are a variety of factors …

By Lisa Slater
Lisa Slater Marketing & Events Coordinator
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Should you attend a career fair or graduate school fair as a first year student?

Published on September 20, 2022

Yes you should…..

This is a common question among first year students. You are just starting your college career, still getting used to your new roommate and new schedule. You aren’t going to be looking for a career job or …

By Beth Ford
Beth Ford Career Coach for the Health Sciences & First Year Student Advisor
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NEW COURSE: Career and Life Design: Strategies for Career Success

Published on August 18, 2022

New J-Term Course designed for juniors and seniors focused on Career Success!

Develop short- and long-term career strategies
Dive into the career reflection and planning process
Gain the necessary knowledge and key tools to design a career strategy
Execute a …

By Laura Kestner-Ricketts
Laura Kestner-Ricketts Executive Director, Career and Professional Development
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Day of the week
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