Career Center
What Is the Whitman Career Center?
The mission of the Whitman Career Center is to prepare students for their careers by providing transformational opportunities where students can discover their interests and engage in meaningful experiences which will connect academic knowledge with industry professions. With guidance from the career center team, in collaboration with Syracuse University faculty, staff, alumni, and dedicated corporate partners, students will develop their professional skillsets and learn to articulate experiences from their educational journey, priming them for personal and professional success in an ever-changing global business environment.
The development of your personal career plan takes time and energy, and the Whitman Career Center is here to support you. From online resources to targeted workshops and personal coaching sessions, you have the opportunity to acquire the knowledge you need for ongoing career development, building confidence and finding success!
How We Help You
Job search and internship strategy
Understanding career paths and industries
Building confidence and knowledge within various areas:
- Business communication skills
- Resume and cover letter writing
- Interview and pitch preparation
- Negotiation strategies
Utilizing online platforms, Handshake and LinkedIn
Applying to graduate school
The Whitman Career Center Offers:
Who Do I Meet With?
Our entire staff works to continuously understand the changing landscape of business, so we can provide the knowledge critical to partner with you. If you are not sure where to start, just stop into Suite 115, call (315) 443-4140 or email wsmcc@syr.edu. One of our Career Engagement Specialists at the front desk will welcome you, assess your needs, determine the best career professional to connect you with and show you how to schedule an appointment via Handshake, if needed.
Want to Meet with a Peer Career Advisor?
Work with our Peer Career Advisors — trained Whitman student peers who can help you create your resume, write cover letters, navigate the Handshake system and prepare for interviews. To schedule an appointment during the academic year, login to Handshake and review our career assistants' availability. You may also stop by our office in Suite 115, or call us at (315) 443-4140.