Welcome to our Virtual Career Center!

Career and Professional Development (CPD) empowers Alma College students to explore meaningful opportunities and build a fulfilling career. Through our explore-experience-launch model, we guide students in designing their unique path toward postgraduate success. Our mission is to help students think critically about their career choices, develop essential skills, and navigate their future with confidence. With our support, students become stewards of their own success, ready to serve generously and lead purposefully in their professional and personal lives. 

Discover what drives you and figure out how to turn passion into reality.

Engage in hands-on learning through internships, volunteer opportunities, research, and global experiences.

Step into your future with confidence by applying your skills, building your network, and securing meaningful opportunities for life after Alma.

Ready to take the next step? Explore this website, schedule a one-on-one appointment with a CPD staff member through Handshake, or reach out to us at careerdevelopment@alma.edu.

We’re here to support you on your journey! 

Featured Articles

How to Answer: ‘Tell Me About Yourself’

Interviews often begin with one question that sets the tone for everything that follows. In fact, 93% of hiring managers ask candidates “Tell me about yourself”, making it the most common interview question.

That means your answer is not just …

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How to respond to “tell me about yourself” without sounding scripted

By Keith Spencer, Career Expert with AI resume builder Resume Now

It’s one of the most dreaded interview questions (or prompts, really): “Tell me about yourself.” Many early-career professionals mistakenly treat this as an opportunity for small talk, a recap …

By College Recruiter
College Recruiter believes that every student and recent grad deserves a great career.
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20+ Best Questions to Ask at the End of an Interview

Job interviews can be nerve-wracking, but they’re also a great chance to show off your skills and learn more about the company. While it’s important to be ready for the typical interview questions, many people forget how important it is …

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Contact & Location

Phone
(989) 463-7183
Address

614 W. Superior St.
Alma, MI 48801

Career Service Hours

Monday 8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Tuesday 8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Wednesday 8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Thursday 8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Friday 8:30 am - 5:00 pm