Cardinal to Career

Launching your career is an exciting time as you prepare for the world of work after college. Consider an internship to help ease your transition, and to help build your professional skills and experience. Sign up for a career advising appointment (Seniors, select Senior Check-In), so we can help you with questions about transitioning into a working professional. Being familiar with the career readiness competencies can help you thrive no matter what path you choose after graduation.

After graduation be sure to update your Handshake profile email to your personal contact information as you will lose access to your SMUMN email. You can still sign up for career advising appointments for those first 6 months after graduation (if you have a personal email you will need to email us to set this up). Stay connected with the SMUMN community by following along with alumni relations.

How to make the most of your first 90 days on the job

Those first three months in a new job can set the tone for everything that comes after. I’ve seen plenty of early-career professionals step into a role with excitement, only to realize how much the first 90 days matter for …

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AI’s impact on the early career job market

While many worry about AI replacing jobs, the reality is more complex. On this episode of the From Dorms to Desks Podcast, we discuss how AI is transforming industries by automating tasks, which requires professionals to adapt, rather than replacing …

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5 Tips for Making Strategic Career Moves in a Saturated Industry

Making career moves in a crowded industry can feel overwhelming. It may seem like everyone is competing for the same jobs, promotions, or projects.

However, if you understand your strengths and plan carefully, you’ll be able to stand out from …

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Tips for Turning Self-Doubt Into Your Competitive Advantage

Some of the most successful leaders and entrepreneurs admit they’ve struggled with self-doubt. However, they didn’t let it stop them from growing or taking calculated risks.

Self-doubt doesn’t have to limit you. If you handle it with awareness, it can …

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Your career starts now: How to set goals and grow after graduation

By: Toni Frana, Career Expert with Zety.com 

Graduating college is the major milestone that officially marks the beginning of your professional life. Unlike college, however, there is no course plan or syllabus that shows what steps to take as …

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Contact & Location

Phone
(507) 457-6695
Address

Winona, Minneapolis & Rochester, MN

Career Service Hours

Monday 8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Tuesday 8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Wednesday 8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Thursday 8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Friday 8:00 am - 4:00 pm