Alumni Career Resources
Keene State College’s Alumni Office and Career Services are collaborating to provide career resources for alumni. The Class of 2023 has full access to career services appointments and resources through May 2024. Alumni who have graduated within the last 5 years are eligible for up to three career advising sessions. Alumni can email Career Services to request an appointment.
Handshake
Find internships, jobs, on-campus employment, as well as resume resources, upcoming career events, and more! Download the Handshake app in Apple App Store or Google Play.
Spring 2024 Career Events
Save the Dates!
Resume Review Day
Thursday, March 28th, 9:00 am – 4:00 pm, TBD
Environmental, Sustainability, & Summer Camps Career & Internship Fair
Monday, April 1st, 12:30 pm – 2:30 pm, Student Center Atrium
Business and Media Career & Internship Fair
Tuesday, April 2nd, 12:30 – 2:30 pm, Student Center Atrium
Social Services, Justice, and Healthcare Career & Internship Fair
Wednesday, April 3rd, 12:30 – 2:30 pm, Student Center Atrium
Manufacturing and STEM Career & Internship Fair
Thursday, April 4th, 12:30 – 2:30 pm, Student Center Atrium
Career & Internship Fair Tips
Prepare:
- Download the Handshake App in Apple App Store or Google Play. Activate your Handshake account and update your profile.
- Research companies: using the fair directory, identify companies that align with your interests.
- Update your resume and get it reviewed at Career Services.
- Prepare your elevator pitch: use our worksheets to help you craft an elevator pitch that introduces yourself, your skills, and your career aspirations.
During the Fair:
- Dress professionally: first impressions matter. Looking for affordable professional clothes? Try the Thrifty Owl, Linda’s Closet, or local thrift stores.
- Resumes: have copies of your updated resume to distribute to recruiters.
- Ask for business cards or contact information.
- Bring a folder or portfolio: take notes about each interaction to help you remember key details.
Following the Fair:
- Send a Thank You email expressing your interest in their company and thanking them for their time.
Career Coaches
Career and Graduate School Resources
- Handshake: internships, full & part-time positions, resume and cover letter resources
- Job Search Resources
- Resume, Cover Letter, & LinkedIn Resources
- LinkedIn Keene State College Alumni
- Interviewing
- Graduate School
- Career Exploration
