Career & Professional Development Advice

Connect with Employers at the 2026 Spring Career Fairs – Feb. 4!

2025 Liberal Arts & Business Career Fair
Wednesday, February 4, 2026 | 10:00 am-1:00 pm
Villanova Room, Connelly Center

2025 STEM Career Fair
Wednesday, February 4, 2026 | 3:00-6:00 pm
Villanova Room, Connelly Center

What to Expect from the Career Fairs: There …

By Megan Pongratz
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New Opportunity: Columbia SPS Dean’s Fellowship Program

Are you considering graduate school and aiming to make an impact in your field? Columbia University’s School of Professional Studies (SPS) has announced an exciting new opportunity for incoming master’s students: the Dean’s Fellowship Program, launching in Fall 2026.

This …

By Alexandra Karlesses
Alexandra Karlesses Assistant Director, Career Development & Pre-Law Advising
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Register Today: Biotech Bootcamp | Friday, January 30th!

VILLANOVA’S BIOTECH BOOTCAMP
Friday, January 30th | 2:00-5:00 PM | Driscoll Hall | Register on Handshake!

Join us for Villanova’s fourth annual Biotech Bootcamp, an afternoon program for students to learn about the various career paths and opportunities within biotech, pharma, life sciences, …

By Jeanette Paulsen
Jeanette Paulsen
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Stay Active with your Career Goals over Winter Break

Here are some meaningful ways to explore your interests, build connections, and prepare for future opportunities over the winter break. Choose the activities that connect to your goals, and of course, build in time for rest and relaxation!

Explore Careers …

By Megan Pongratz
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What to do over Winter Break as a Pre-Law Student

Winter break is a welcome pause in the academic year—a time to rest, recharge, and reconnect with family and friends. But it can also be a valuable opportunity to take small, intentional steps toward your law school goals. Whether you …

By Alexandra Karlesses
Alexandra Karlesses Assistant Director, Career Development & Pre-Law Advising
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Summer Research Opportunity at Nemours in DE and FL

The Nemours Summer Undergraduate Research Program (NSURP) is accepting applications for funded Summer Research Scholar positions in our Summer 2026 program.  NSURP is a 10-week, …

By Jennifer Gannon
Jennifer Gannon Director of Health Professions Advising
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Nursing Career Fair FAQs (we’ve got answers!)

Nursing students: have you registered for the Nursing Career Fair? The Fair is just two weeks away, and registration is now open! REGISTER HERE!

This event draws dozens of hospitals and healthcare organizations that are interested in recruiting Villanova nurses …

By Vanessa Schmidt
Vanessa Schmidt
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Is Law School Right for You?

Do you want to be a lawyer? This can be a difficult question to answer, and might feel too overwhelming to know at this current point in your life. While others might have known they wanted to be lawyers ever …

By Alexandra Karlesses
Alexandra Karlesses Assistant Director, Career Development & Pre-Law Advising
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8 resume hacks that will get you noticed by applicant tracking systems

Most students and recent grads know they need a strong resume to land interviews. What many don’t realize is that their first “reader” won’t be a recruiter or hiring manager—it will be a piece of software. Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS) …

By College Recruiter
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What to Know About Pre-Law Internships

So you’re setting your sights on law school. Excellent! As you map out your academic journey, consider incorporating internships into your plan. While internships can bolster your resume, their true value lies in the practical experience and skill development they …

By Alexandra Karlesses
Alexandra Karlesses Assistant Director, Career Development & Pre-Law Advising
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