Stories from the Desk of Career Development

This page features articles showcasing student success stories, student-led events, and career readiness competencies in action. These articles highlight the real-world impact of Career Development initiatives and provide insight into how students are preparing for future careers through hands-on experiences.

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From First Handshake to First Job: A Networking Mixer Success Story

One of the best outcomes of the Networking Mixer is when connections become careers. As a close partner of Career Development that has attended many of our mixers, no one understands that better the Nick and Mike Carnicella of Transitional Options, Inc.

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Beyond the Rainbow Logo: How Carnegie Museums Affirms LGBTQIA+ Employees and Identities

By highlighting Queer voices at all levels and ensuring visible inclusion at many leadership levels, Carnegie Museums is leading the way in what it means to be an advocate all year round

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Meaningful Internship Experiences at Transitional Options

Mike Carnicella, Founder and CEO of Transitional Options who talks about the important relational aspects of internships and how at Transitional Options interns are able to successfully build their resume and their careers.