Undergraduate Students

Undergraduate Students

At CPD, our first priority is your professional development, as we work with employers, recruiters and alumni to bring about exciting career opportunities tailored to your strengths and interests. It is our firm belief that LMU’s diverse academic community is made up of the leaders, innovators and healers of tomorrow, so our dedicated staff is pleased to assist with your endeavors along the way.

Connect with us at CPD

Drop-in or make an appointment with one of our peer advisors located in VDA 135 or in our online zoom lobby.

Make a Coaching Appointment

Drop into our Zoom lobby (mon-Fri 9-5)

Career Exploration

Still figuring out what’s next? CPD offers tools to assess talents, interests and personality to aid in career planning. You can also see which careers are in demand by researching job market trends.

Career Assessments

Job Market TrenDs

Looking for a Campus Job?

Working as a Student Worker on campus is great way to gain experience and try out different roles.

WorkDay Job Board

Student employment Services

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3 Ways to Highlight Your Career Interests in an Interview

Published on July 22, 2024

Talking about future goals and career interests is a key component of almost every interview. But the questions“Tell me a little bit about why you want this position” and “Where do you see yourself five years from now?” regularly spark …

By CareerShift

How to Apply for a Job Online: 10 Tips to Stand Out and Land an Interview

Published on July 22, 2024

Applying for jobs online has become the norm. Generally, it’s a win-win situation for both sides involved: Job seekers have a broad range of opportunities and the convenience of applying for multiple jobs from home, while employers can leverage automated …

Turning Your Internship into a Full-Time Career: Proven Strategies

Published on July 22, 2024

Did you know that over 70% of companies offer full-time positions to their interns? This statistic highlights the significant potential internships have in shaping future careers.

Internships are more than just a temporary assignment; they are a critical opportunity to …

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Handshake – See Who’s HiringShare This: Share Handshake – See Who’s Hiring on FacebookShare Handshake – See Who’s Hiring on LinkedInShare Handshake – See Who’s Hiring on X
Handshake is LMU’s internship and off-campus job search tool. Degree-seeking students and alumni can discover new career paths, find amazing …

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Focus2Career – Find Your CareerShare This: Share Focus2Career – Find Your Career on FacebookShare Focus2Career – Find Your Career on LinkedInShare Focus2Career – Find Your Career on X
Choosing a major is a big decision—if you’re unsure what you want to major in, the Career Center can help you …

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The Pride – Find a MentorShare This: Share The Pride – Find a Mentor on FacebookShare The Pride – Find a Mentor on LinkedInShare The Pride – Find a Mentor on X
LMU’s platform for connecting with alumni for mentorship and career guidance.

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Parker Dewey – Short-Term, Paid InternshipsShare This: Share Parker Dewey – Short-Term, Paid Internships on FacebookShare Parker Dewey – Short-Term, Paid Internships on LinkedInShare Parker Dewey – Short-Term, Paid Internships on X
Short-term, paid, professional projects (aka Microinternships) open to all college students and recent graduates of U.S.-based institutions.

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LinkedIn Learning – Build Your SkillsShare This: Share LinkedIn Learning – Build Your Skills on FacebookShare LinkedIn Learning – Build Your Skills on LinkedInShare LinkedIn Learning – Build Your Skills on X
Discover and develop the skills you need through a personalized learning experience.

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Big InterviewShare This: Share Big Interview on FacebookShare Big Interview on LinkedInShare Big Interview on X
Big Interview gives LMU students on-demand access to interview practice and a library of pre-recorded interview questions categorized by industry, …

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Audra Verrier, Ph.D.
Associate Vice Provost Meet Audra

Marcy Hess, M.Ed.
Senior Director, Strategic Partnerships Meet Marcy

Chris Caughman, M.B.A. '20
Director, Career Education & Outcomes Meet Chris

Kim Rhodes, J.D.
Director, Employer Relations Meet Kim

Mandy Brockhaus, B.A. 16'
Associate Director, Communications and Employer Relations Meet Mandy

Simone Jackson, M.S.
Associate Director, Education Professions and Graduate Programs Meet Simone

Thuy Le, M.Ed.
Associate Director of Career Education, University Pre-Law Advisor Meet Thuy

Naomi Shibley, M.S.
Assistant Director, Business Professions Meet Naomi

Erika Zocher, M.S.
Assistant Director, STEM Professions Meet Erika

George Collins, M.F.A. '23
Assistant Director, Entertainment Professions Meet George

Emily Goldstone, B.A. '20
Senior Operations Coordinator Meet Emily

Giuliana Berman, B.A
Events and Promotions Coordinator Meet Giuliana