The Career & Co-op Center is committed to supporting and celebrating all facets of a student’s identity. Explore this page to find resources, advice and opportunities specific to students who are in the military or are Veterans.

Navigating Professional Development When Transitioning from Military to Civilian Life

Professional development resources are great tools for newly transitioned veterans to help them advance in their careers. By learning new skills and developing relationships with like-minded industry experts, veterans set themselves and their new employers up for success. Here are a few different ways veterans can use professional development to help advance their careers.

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Building Bridges: Veteran-Specific Career Networks and Networking Events

Establishing a robust professional network is crucial for military veterans transitioning to civilian careers, but it can also be challenging. So let’s examine the benefits of networking and veteran resources to support these efforts.

By Afua Serwa Addae-Adoo
Afua Serwa Addae-Adoo Associate Director, Career Advising & Staff Development
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How to Find Organizations Committed to DEI Values

Most social-impact organizations today express a commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI).

The National Council of Nonprofits encourages organizations to not only articulate their values, but to be guided by them and to integrate them into their daily operations. …

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6 High-Paying Jobs for Veterans

Transitioning from military to civilian life often means figuring out how to translate your hard-earned skills into new opportunities. Many veterans possess a wealth of experience and soft skills that make them ideal candidates for high-paying roles across a variety …

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The Self-Discovery Internship: I Learned What I Want from Work by Learning What I Didn’t Want

We’re often told to “find your passion.” Easier said than done for most people (at least that’s what I think). As a computer science student in a seemingly oversaturated job market, I wrapped up my junior year thinking the key …

By Wendy Carvalho
Wendy Carvalho Student Staff - Career Peer
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