Career & Major Exploration

Discover a variety of tools to help you identify your strengths, interests, and values. From career and life design assessments to 1:1 career coaching, we provide the support you need to make informed decisions about your future.

Jobs & Internships

Job and internships searches can be challenging experiences, especially without support. We offer tools to help you search for the right opportunities for you, including access to Handshake, internship and post-graduation data, and on-campus recruiting events. Our career team can provide individualized support to refine your search strategies, optimize your applications, and connect you with employers in your field.

Looking for a Federal Job?

USA Jobs - the one-stop source for federal jobs, Federal Pathways Program, GoGovernment career guides, GoGovernment FAQs, and Official guide to government agencies and information can help.

We also have Federal resume models, Federal resume template I, Federal resume template II, and Federal resume template III.

Career Fairs & Events 

Fall Career Fair

October 14, 2026, 10am-2pm
Student Center Ballroom

Spring Career Fair

March 24, 2027, 10am-2pm
Student Center Ballroom

Career Fair Registration

Resume and cover letter tips

Learn how to craft a resume that highlights your strengths and experiences. Discover what makes a compelling cover letter that grabs employers' attention.

Elevator pitch essentials

Perfect your 30-second introduction to make a memorable first impression. Understand what key points to include and how to deliver them confidently.

Professional attire and etiquette

Dress one step above to make a good first impression, arrive 10-15 minutes early, and greet everyone—including office staff—with a firm handshake. Keep off your phone while you wait. 

Company Research

Check the company's website, LinkedIn, Glassdoor, Crunchbase, Bloomberg, Google News to understand culture, financial health, and industry position.

Interview techniques

Gain insights into common interview questions and effective responses. Understand how to showcase your skills and experiences in the best light.

Networking

Build relationships and keep them going after the fair: Cultivate career connections (Indeed.com), How to build career connections on LinkedIn (LinkedIn.com), and Tips and tricks to leveraging a LinkedIn alumni page (LinkedIn.com)

Faculty Resources

Faculty play an important role in helping students prepare for life after graduation. Through classroom instruction, mentorship, experiential learning opportunities, and professional guidance, faculty help students build the skills and confidence needed for career success.

Career and Academic Planning Services partners with faculty to support career readiness across the student experience. Together, we can help students connect their academic experiences to meaningful careers and future opportunities.

  • Embedding practical skills: Faculty have the unique opportunity to weave practical career skills into the curriculum. By incorporating real-world projects, case studies, presentations, teamwork, and problem-solving activities, they help students develop career-ready skills that employers value.
  • Highlighting industry trends: Faculty bring their expertise and knowledge of current industry trends into the classroom. This helps students understand how classroom learning applies to current practices, technologies, and challenges within their field, so they are better prepared to enter the job market.
  • Fostering a professional and growth mindset: Through their interactions with students, faculty can instill a professional mindset. By reinforcing the importance of punctuality, communication, professionalism, adaptability, lifelong learning, and ethical behavior, they prepare students for expectations of the workplace.
  • Personalized mentorship: Faculty often serve as mentors, providing personalized guidance and support to students. This mentorship helps students to set goals, navigate challenges, and make informed decisions about their futures.
  • Networking opportunities: Faculty can leverage their professional networks to create opportunities for students. By connecting students with industry contacts, alumni, and potential employers, faculty play a key role in expanding students' professional networks.
  • Research and internship opportunities: Faculty-led research projects and internships provide valuable hands-on experience. These opportunities allow students to apply their classroom learning in real-world settings, enhancing their resumes and preparing them for future careers.
  • Collaborating on workshops and events: By partnering with our staff, faculty can co-host workshops, seminars, and career fairs. These events provide students with insights into various career paths, job search strategies, and employer expectations.
  • Promoting career resources: Faculty can incorporate our career resources, such as resume-building tools, mock interviews, and job search platforms, into their courses. This integration ensures that students are aware of and utilize these valuable resources.
  • Aligning academic and career goals: Faculty can collaborate with our staff on initiatives that help students connect their academic experience with industry needs. This partnership helps create programs that are relevant and responsive to the evolving job market.
  • Advocating for students: Faculty are often the strongest advocates for students, recommending them for scholarships, awards, and job opportunities. Their support and endorsement can significantly impact a student's career prospects.
  • Continuous feedback and improvement: Faculty provide continuous feedback on student performance, helping them identify areas for improvement. This constructive feedback is essential for students to grow and develop professionally.
  • Celebrating achievements: Faculty play a key role in celebrating student achievements, whether through academic awards, research publications, or successful job placements. Recognizing these accomplishments motivates students and reinforces their career aspirations.

Employer Resources

At Chadron State College, we are dedicated to fostering mutually beneficial relationships between our talented students and the organizations that seek to employ them.

Diverse talent pool

Our college is home to students from a variety of disciplines, backgrounds, and experiences. Whether you're looking for fresh graduates with innovative ideas or seasoned professionals continuing their education, we have the right candidates for you.

High academic standards and focus on teaching

Our academic programs are taught by faculty members who focus on teaching to ensure that our students are not only knowledgeable in their fields but also possess critical thinking, problem-solving, and leadership skills.

Strong Work Ethic

Chadron State College students are known for their dedication and preparedness. Through internships and hands-on learning projects, our students gain practical experience that makes them ready to hit the ground running in their careers.

Partner with us

The Career and Academic Planning Services office is committed to helping you find the best candidates to meet your recruitment needs. We invite you to partner with Chadron State College and tap into our pool of talented and motivated students. To learn more about our recruitment services or to start planning your next visit to our campus, please contact us at 308-432-6467   dkennell@csc.edu.