The Office of Career and Professional Development (OCPD) at ÿÈÕ´óÈüÈë¿Ú is committed to supporting graduate students throughout their academic and professional journeys. We offer a variety of tools, services, and events designed to help you explore career pathways, build critical professional skills, and connect with opportunities that align with your goals.
Explore the following resources and opportunities to support your career readiness while pursuing your graduate studies at ÿÈÕ´óÈüÈë¿Ú.
Career Support for Graduate Students
Whether you ÿÈÕ´óÈüÈë¿Ú †.™re looking to advance in your current field or pivot to a new career path, our career resources are designed to support the unique needs of graduate students across disciplines. Visit ÿÈÕ´óÈüÈë¿Ú ÿÈÕ´óÈüÈë¿Ú †.™s Office of Career and Professional Development to get started.
Workshops, Career Fairs and Events
OCPD hosts events throughout the year to support your professional development ÿÈÕ´óÈüÈë¿Ú †.”including employer panels, resume and LinkedIn workshops, mock interviews, and career fairs. Check our for upcoming opportunities.
JOBSs Job & Internship Platform
Use to search for on-campus and off-campus jobs, internships, and full-time positions tailored to your program and interests. You can also schedule career appointments and register for events. .
Identity-Based Career Resources
SCSU ÿÈÕ´óÈüÈë¿Ú †.™s OCPD offers support through identity-conscious career development resources. Our Affinity-Based Resources center the experiences of students from diverse backgrounds and communities, offering tools and networks designed with inclusivity in mind.
Support for Doctoral and Research-Oriented Careers
Graduate students pursuing doctoral degrees or research-intensive career paths can connect with specialized resources and support through faculty collaborations and individualized coaching. Reach out to OCPD to explore how we can support your unique journey.
Meet with a Career Advisor
Our career advising team is here to support you ÿÈÕ´óÈüÈë¿Ú †.”whether you ÿÈÕ´óÈüÈë¿Ú †.™re refining your résumé, exploring new directions, or preparing for interviews. Schedule an in-person or virtual appointment via .
NACE Career Competencies
OCPD helps students build the 8 career readiness competencies identified by the National Association of Colleges and Employers (NACE) ÿÈÕ´óÈüÈë¿Ú †.”including communication, professionalism, and critical thinking. Learn more about these essential transferable skills on our Career Readiness page.
UPass Available for ÿÈÕ´óÈüÈë¿Ú Graduate Students Taking On-Campus Courses
Have you picked up your UPASS yet? ÿÈÕ´óÈüÈë¿Ú graduate students enrolled in on-campus courses are now eligible to purchase a UPass for a $40 transportation fee, charged directly to their student account.
The UPass provides free access to trains, buses, and smaller transit services throughout Connecticut. (link to the UPASS website: ).
Graduate students can pick up their UPass at the SCSU Card Office located in Wintergreen Hall, WT 112, where SCSU student IDs are also issued. Office hours are Monday ÿÈÕ´óÈüÈë¿Ú †.“Friday, 8:00 AM ÿÈÕ´óÈüÈë¿Ú †.“4:30 PM.
Whether you're exploring a new industry, seeking advancement, or reentering the job market, the Office of Career and Professional Development (OCPD) is here to support you at every stage. As part of our commitment to lifelong career development, we ÿÈÕ´óÈüÈë¿Ú †.™ve partnered with Indeed to provide exclusive access to the .
This free, on-demand resource offers expert guidance on job search strategies, résumé writing, interviewing, and more, tailored for professionals navigating the evolving workforce. We invite you to take full advantage of this platform and explore the other career resources available through OCPD. Your success continues to be our priority.