Life After College

Virginia Commonwealth University sponsored students’ summer internships and experiential learning through a pilot program in 2022. This year, with additional funding and increased advertising, the program will support around 70 students.

Champlain College accounting students earn academic credit and IRS certification in partnership with a local social services organization.

An internship pilot for government contracting is providing on-the-job training for Youngstown State University students while supporting local businesses.

Employers are increasingly considering candidates with just a bachelor’s degree for STEM fields. Villanova University hosted a biotechnology boot camp in February to expose students to and prepare them for a career in the field.

Students at Lebanon Valley College got a day off from class to attend an on-campus advising and career exploration day, including a job fair, networking and skill-building workshops.

Through scholarships, guidance and network connections for after graduation, the University of California, Irvine, has consistently helped first-generation and underprivileged students achieve success.

Adelphi University’s interdisciplinary 360 seminars focus on narrow themes, with guest lectures and atypical assessments.

Oregon State University, Cascades, will this fall launch Cascades Edge, a career-prep initiative that continuously provides professional development to students.