The Education, Non-Profit & Human Services Career Community is geared towards providing resources and tools to those interested in working within the education, non-profit and human services sectors.  These industries, often referred to as “Helping professions” provide various settings for employment. Learn about internships, resources and other ways to help provide you with a competitive edge upon entering the field.

A Note from the GA

My name is Elizabeth Kilmer, and I am the current graduate assistant in the Center for Career and Professional Development!

A little background: I recently graduated from Merrimack College on a three-year track with a degree in business administration concentrating …

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Career Ambassador Extends Experience Outside the Classroom

SHU Student Explores Mankind’s Ties to God and Nature
JULY 26, 2023

Emma Grady attends integral ecology seminar at Cornell University

Sacred Heart University junior Emma Grady spent a week recently contemplating the interconnection among God, people and the environment …

By Amy Novak
Amy Novak Senior Director
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Meet the Employers | 10.18.22

On Tuesday, October 18th, the Center for Career & Professional Development welcomed nearly a dozen actively hiring employers to campus for a “Meet the Employers” event. This event was held in the West Campus Atrium and invited students to interact …

By Justin Triscari
Justin Triscari Senior Associate Director (he/him)
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Community Network

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  • Internship Instructor - Psychology Sacred Heart University
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Career Outcomes

Outcome data for Sacred Heart University is obtained through the Center for Career & Professional Development, in accordance with national standards. We extend our First-Destination survey to students who have received Bachelor’s Degrees in the respective year are surveyed from the time of graduation, to 12-months following graduation.

 

  • First Destination
  • Top Employers
  • Starting Salary
  • Top Universities
  • Degree Types
  • Fields of Study

First Destination

SHU Pioneers pursue a variety of careers paths after graduation; most recent respondents indicated they are:

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Phone
(203) 371-7971
Address

Linda E. McMahon Student Commons, 2nd Floor
5151 Park Avenue
Fairfield, CT 06825

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Tuesday 8:30am-5:00pm
Wednesday 8:30am-5:00pm
Thursday 8:30am-5:00pm
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