Supporting Your Student’s Career Journey
Family members and support networks play a vital role in guiding students toward professional success. You are deeply invested in your student’s future—and we are, too. By working together, we can help them clearly define their goals and build the confidence to reach them.
We invite you to provide encouragement and open dialogue, while empowering your student to take ownership of their professional development. Encourage them to engage with Career Services early in their time at Saint Mary’s to maximize their opportunities.
Comprehensive Support for Every Stage
Saint Mary’s Career Services provides tailored resources for students at every stage of their academic and professional journey—whether they are traditional undergraduates choosing a major, working adults navigating a career pivot, or graduate students advancing in their fields.
Our support starts on day one and continues through graduation and lifelong as an alum. We assist students with:
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Career & Program Alignment: Ensuring academic paths match long-term professional goals.
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Asset Building: Crafting standout resumes, cover letters, and LinkedIn profiles.
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Interview & Networking Prep: Polishing professional communication skills for competitive markets.
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Marketplace Connections: Providing direct access to meaningful job, practicum, and internship opportunities.
Career planning is an ongoing process, not a final destination. The sooner we get to know your student, the more effectively we can partner with them to achieve their goals.
Next Steps
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Explore This Hub: Dive deeper into the resources right here on our Parents & Families page to learn tailored strategies for supporting your student’s unique academic and professional path.
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Discover More Resources: Visit the main Saint Mary’s Career Services Website to browse our comprehensive suite of tools, career management platforms, and specialized support networks available to all students and alumni.
Are you an employer? Learn about opportunities to hire career-ready Cardinals for your organization here.
