GCSU’s Career Center continues to serve as an essential resource for students at all stages of their academic journey, providing thorough career development services that prepare graduates for successful professional futures.
GCSU believes that career planning is a lifelong process and is committed to helping all graduates secure fulfilling careers post-graduation. The Career Center provides students opportunities to engage in career development activities during their time at GCSU so they are prepared for internships as well as transitions to a career or to graduate/professional school.
Throughout their years at GCSU, students can access the Career Center through individualized appointments, career fairs, meet-ups and workshops, class and student organization presentations, future interviews and much more.
The job search process typically takes between six to nine months, which is why career center staff guide students throughout their senior year. This support helps students effectively utilize LinkedIn, Handshake, career fairs, and other networking opportunities in their job search efforts.
“I would say it has stayed pretty steady, our appointment calendar is usually booked up Monday to Friday, which was the case when I started as well,” said Carolyn Douglas, the internship coordinator II at the Career Center.
While the Career Center maintains consistently high appointment rates, there remains an opportunity to increase awareness among the student body. A lot of GCSU students are not fully aware of the center’s extensive offerings, with seniors comprising the majority of those who utilize these valuable resources.
The center has found success stories among its staff. Kayla Goode, a recent GCSU graduate who now works at the front desk, shares her personal experience
“I was a frequent visitor senior year and I was able to utilize a lot here,” Goode said.
Goode completed the career planning milestones program, which provides high-impact, transformative opportunities to prepare students for life after graduation. One of the main experiences that define the GC Journeys Program is the Career Planning Milestones.
The Career Center’s social media is actively present across multiple platforms, with their Instagram account demonstrating particularly strong engagement. Their content regularly features job opportunities, internship postings and career advice for students at all stages of their academic journey.
Savoie Srodulski, a GCSU graduate who was hired at the center in December, contributes to these outreach efforts.
“I help the career center with their social media and do outreach to other schools and students,” Srodulski said.
The center’s impact extends beyond resume building to facilitating meaningful professional connections. Sarah Krusel, a senior in the middle grades education cohort, found her future employment through a Career Center event.
“At the teacher recruitment fair this past February, I was able to connect with my future principal who I will be working with this coming school year,” Krusel said. “I was actually posted on the career center’s Instagram.”
The Career Center encourages students to begin their professional development early in their academic careers.
“I went to the career center my freshman year for my class because it was mandatory, we started building resumes,” said Will Nelson, a junior management major.
Among the center’s most valuable offerings are resume and cover letter writing assistance. These documents must effectively communicate a candidate’s transferable skills and address employer needs to secure interviews and ultimately job offers.
The GCSU Career Center commitment is supporting students throughout their academic careers with personalized guidance and resources designed to prepare them for professional success.
Through resources ranging from resume building to networking opportunities, the Career Center serves as an essential bridge connecting students’ academic achievements to their future professional endeavors.