Graduate Students

Welcome Graduate Students! Your Sacred Heart University Graduate Degree will further enhance your intellectual and personal development, while expanding the opportunities available to you. The Center for Career & Professional Development provides customized tools and resources to help navigate your professional path, while effectively marketing your experiences and background.  Whether you are seeking to advance professionally, transition careers, or simply further your education, the Center for Career & Professional Development is here to assist you along the way!

The Center for Career & Professional Development provides:

    • One-on-One career coaching
    • Resume, cover letter, LinkedIn assistance
    • Interview preparation
    • Job & Internship Search
    • Job Skill development
    • Specialized programming & panels- Check out our events here!
    • Industry specific career/internship fairs 
    • Online job portal Handshake
    • And many more resources!

*Be on the lookout for new customized webinars and virtual resources!

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Phone
(203) 371-7971
Address

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

Center Hours

Monday 8:30am-6:00pm
Tuesday 8:30am-6:00pm
Wednesday 8:30am-6:00pm
Thursday 8:30am-6:00pm
Friday 8:30am-5:00pm