Faculty & Staff

There are many opportunities for Augustana College faculty and staff to work with the Career Development Office. We want to support your efforts to help further students’ career success.  As you teach, advise, or supervise students we hope you consider Career Development for assistance to you and your students. Our partnership with you can occur inside or outside of the classroom.

Career Development & Vocation collects and reports data on all things career.

Faculty & Staff Resources: Career Coaching

Faculty & Staff Resources: Handshake

Faculty & Staff Resources: Internships

Faculty & Staff Resources: Viking Score

The Viking Score is Augustana College’s career-readiness program to support students through college and post-graduate life by tracking experiences and awarding points to earn incentives along the way.

Faculty & Staff Resources: Resources to Share

Faculty & Staff Resources: First Destinations & Career Outcomes

We now offer access to First Destinations and Career Outcomes for the past several classes

Faculty & Staff Resources: Viking Connections

Career Readiness Champion Network

The Career Readiness Champion Network  provides faculty and staff the opportunity to learn how to best support students in becoming career ready and achieving post graduate success in today’s quickly evolving world of work.

J-Term On-Campus Employment

During the 2025 January Term (J-Term), students who are not enrolled in a J-Term course or experience may work on campus, provided they meet the following requirement:

By Laura Kestner-Ricketts
Laura Kestner-Ricketts Executive Director, Career and Professional Development
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Exploring Gap Year Opportunities for Post-Grads

More students are considering taking a gap year after graduation, but what exactly does that mean?

A gap year offers students time to reflect on their values, passions, and career goals. It’s a chance to gain life skills, whether through travel, volunteering, internships, or work, allowing students to enhance soft skills like communication, adaptability, and problem-solving.

By Laura Kestner-Ricketts
Laura Kestner-Ricketts Executive Director, Career and Professional Development
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What Changed in CORE This Summer?

Welcome back to campus, some things have moved around and will be in new places as your make your way into fall semester!

CORE Commons:

CORE Suite

Students will check in to appointments at the CORE Commons and can relax …

By Paige Melton
Paige Melton
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Bloom in the Field of Student Affairs

Student Affairs 101 Conference

October 18, 2024

Western Illinois University

Student Affairs 101 is a one-day conference hosted by student affairs programs across Illinois including Western Illinois University, Illinois State University, Eastern Illinois University, Northern Illinois University, and Southern Illinois …

By Paige Melton
Paige Melton
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LSC- 401: Career and Life Design: Strategies for Career Success

For SENIORS & JUNIORS considering or pursuing grad school, job search, gap year, or those with no plan

Using an innovative framework for life & career design, students will explore and design their futures and prepare for life-long success.

By Laura Kestner-Ricketts
Laura Kestner-Ricketts Executive Director, Career and Professional Development
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Career Resources

Accessing LinkedIn Learning

Augustana has a subscription to LinkedIn Learning. To access this resource you will need to link your LinkedIn account to the …

How to Write a Strong LinkedIn Headline & Profile Summary

Instead of just your job title, craft a headline that highlights your skills, interests, or what you’re currently seeking.

Tips …

If you have questions about any of the following areas, contact the person listed

Topic or Program
Key Contact
ALIVE

Finding short term housing for your internship in Chicago can be a daunting process. Luckily, there are options for students …

Signing up for emails and managing preferences is quick, easy and intuitive. Users simply select “Login” or “Signup” in the …

Labor Market InsightsIn partnership withLightcast logo

Explore occupations by career categories and pathways and use real time labor market data to power your decision making.

First, choose an industry of interest, then filter for occupation. (If you'd like to see data for a specific location only, filter by state.)

Viking Connections

Stephanie Aeschliman

Alumni, Community Experts
  • Greater Chicago Area, IL
  • Science Teacher Noble Street College Prep
Meet Stephanie >

Alex Anderson

Alumni, Community Experts
  • Chicago, IL
  • Admissions Representative Chamberlain University
Meet Alex >

Michael Anderson

Alumni, Community Experts
  • San Francisco, CA
  • Partnerships & Business Development Uber Health
Meet Michael >

John Anderson

Alumni, Community Experts
  • IL
  • Vice President Product Innovation Utica National Insurance Group
Meet John >

Tyler Andrews

Alumni, Community Experts
  • VA
  • Flight Attendant United Airlines
Meet Tyler >

Kassidy Belcher

Alumni, Community Experts, Faculty
  • Rock Island, IL
  • Admissions Counselor Augustana College
Meet Kassidy >

Jen Bevington

Alumni, Community Experts
  • San Francisco Bay Area, CA
  • Educational Equity Professional Sonoma State University
Meet Jen >
  • Chicago, IL
  • wholesale credit analytics The Federal Reserve Bank of Chicago
Meet Andy >

Lindsey Cannata

Alumni, Community Experts
  • Roselle, IL
  • certified financial planner J.P. Cannata & Associates
Meet Lindsey >

John Dreixler

Alumni, Community Experts
  • IL
  • biomedical researcher and studies biomarkers Adult Respiratory Distress Syndrom (ARDS) and University of Chicago
Meet John >

John Feehan

Alumni, Community Experts
  • East Moline, IL
  • dentist Illini Dental Associates in East Moline
Meet John >

Liz Lefelstein

Alumni, Community Experts
  • Los Angeles, CA
  • SEO Product Leader | Data Storytelling Expert Apple | TEKKI DIGITAL, Inc
Meet Liz >

Skill Building Courses

Contact & Location

Phone
309-794-7339
Address

Olin Center
639 38th Street
Rock Island, IL 61201

Career Service Hours

Day of the week
Office is Open Drop-Ins (When Classes Are In Session)
Monday 8:00 am- 4:30 pm 1:00 p.m.-3:00 p.m.
Tuesday 8:00 am- 4:30 pm 1:00 p.m.-3:00 p.m.
Wednesday 8:00 am- 4:30 pm 1:00 p.m.-3:00 p.m.
Thursday 8:00 am- 4:30 pm 1:00 p.m.-3:00 p.m.
Friday 8:00 am- 4:30 pm 1:00 p.m.-3:00 p.m.

Drop-in topics include:

  • Resume & Cover Letter Review
  • Resume & Cover Letter Writing
  • Viking Score Overview
  • LinkedIn Headshot Photo
  • Career Resources Overview