Career & Professional Development Advice

Anxiety About Job Search: How to Manage the Stress and Survive Job Hunting

The search for a new job is about more than just filling out applications and acing interviews—it’s about managing the emotions that come with it. Anxiety about job-search moments, like waiting for a response or preparing for an interview, …

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Code Switching: What It Means and How to Navigate It at Work

Do you ever find yourself speaking differently with your boss than you would with a close friend? Maybe you notice your “work voice” slipping away as soon as you get home, or you adjust your mannerisms depending on who’s in …

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Connect with Employers at the Diversity in the Workplace Chats & 2025 Spring Career Fairs – Feb. 5!

1:1 Employer Chats | Diversity in the Workplace
Wednesday, February 5, 2025 | 2:30-3:30 pm
Connelly Center, St. David’s / Radnor Room (lower level)
Sign up for your time slot in Handshake by February 4 at 12:00 pm!

Employers Participating:

Submit your resume …

By Megan Pongratz
Megan Pongratz
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BIG EAST Sports & Entertainment Networking Event!

Are you ready to level up your career game? March 13th, don’t miss an extraordinary opportunity to connect with top professionals in the sports and entertainment industries—all while experiencing the excitement of the BIG EAST Men’s Basketball Tournament at Madison …

By John McGranaghan
John McGranaghan Assistant Director of Career Development
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Calling all Psychology majors!  

My name is Maddie Battinelli, and I am the Professional Development Graduate Assistant in OUS and also a student in the M.S. psychology program at Villanova! Let’s talk about psychology…. 

What’s the first thing someone asks you when you tell them …

By Madison Battinelli
Madison Battinelli Graduate Assistant
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Embrace Opportunity: 2nd Annual Student-Athlete Networking Night!

Calling all Villanova student-athletes! Mark your calendars for Tuesday, January 28, 2025, as the 2nd Annual Student-Athlete Networking Night is just around the corner. This event is your chance to explore how your athletic experience translates into professional success while …

By John McGranaghan
John McGranaghan Assistant Director of Career Development
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Exciting Research Opportunity for Villanova Students!

Are you passionate about science, innovation, and improving outcomes for pediatric brain tumor patients? The Bandopadhayay Lab at Dana-Farber Cancer Institute (DFCI), in collaboration with Boston Children’s Hospital and the Broad Institute, is seeking a motivated research assistant to join …

By John McGranaghan
John McGranaghan Assistant Director of Career Development
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Medical School Application Timeline: The Ultimate Guide (2025)

Applying to medical school is a rigorous and multi-step process that requires careful planning and a strategic timeline. A well-executed med school application timeline can help applicants manage each phase of the process efficiently, increasing their chances of acceptance. This …

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Welcome Back, Wildcat Student-Athletes!

The spring semester is here, and the Villanova Career Center is excited to partner with you as you balance your academic, athletic, and career ambitions. We know the unique challenges and strengths that come with being a student-athlete, and we’re …

By John McGranaghan
John McGranaghan Assistant Director of Career Development
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Welcome Back, Wildcats!

Welcome back to campus for the Spring Semester! The Villanova Career Center is excited to support you as you embark on new academic and professional opportunities this spring semester. We are especially committed to fostering an inclusive environment where students …

By John McGranaghan
John McGranaghan Assistant Director of Career Development
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