Student-Athletes

Welcome to the Career Connections page for Student Athletes! This page is jointly managed by University Athletics and the Career Center and designed to help equip our Villanova Athletes for the next steps in their professional development.

Many of the resources you’ll find here fit into the newly launched Student-Athlete Professional Development Guide, which is a collaborative effort of the University Career Center and Athletics Department created to empower and engage student-athletes on their career journey.

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🎉Congratulations! You Landed a Summer Internship… Now What?

Published on May 10, 2025

Kicking off your summer internship and looking to make an impression? We’ve gathered our best advice, tips, and strategies to help you stand out, make connections, and leave a lasting impact!

🚀 Shifting from Student to Intern

Transitioning from the classroom …

By John McGranaghan

Graduating from Villanova? Here are 4 compelling reasons to complete the Career Center Outcomes Survey:

Published on April 10, 2025

Yes, we get it. You have many things on your mind leading up to graduation. But, here are four compelling reasons for Villanova University students to complete the Career Center Outcomes Survey:

Your participation in the Career Center Outcomes Survey …

By Margaret Songer

Life After the Final Whistle: Career Planning for Student-Athletes

Published on April 9, 2025

Whether you’re nearing the end of your athletic career or just getting started at Villanova, it’s never too early to start thinking about what comes next — and the good news is, you’re more prepared than you think.

🔑 1. You Already …

By John McGranaghan

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Assistant Director of Career Development Send an Email

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Director of Career Development Send an Email

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EMPOWERED AthletesShare This: Share EMPOWERED Athletes on FacebookShare EMPOWERED Athletes on LinkedInShare EMPOWERED Athletes on X
Empowered athletes take a proactive role in shaping both their academic and professional futures. An empowered athlete is not merely …

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ENGAGED AthletesShare This: Share ENGAGED Athletes on FacebookShare ENGAGED Athletes on LinkedInShare ENGAGED Athletes on X
Engaged athletes recognize the pivotal roles of career experts as a foundational step in shaping their career trajectory. Engaged athletes …

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EQUIPPED AthletesShare This: Share EQUIPPED Athletes on FacebookShare EQUIPPED Athletes on LinkedInShare EQUIPPED Athletes on X
Equipped athletes understand the importance of resource utilization and recognize how leveraging a variety of resources can significantly impact their …

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ENLIGHTENED AthletesShare This: Share ENLIGHTENED Athletes on FacebookShare ENLIGHTENED Athletes on LinkedInShare ENLIGHTENED Athletes on X
Enlightened athletes recognize the significance of building meaningful networks for a holistic athletic, academic, and professional journey. Enlightened athletes understand …

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The Importance of a Resume for Student-Athletes (With Example)Share This: Share The Importance of a Resume for Student-Athletes (With Example) on FacebookShare The Importance of a Resume for Student-Athletes (With Example) on LinkedInShare The Importance of a Resume for Student-Athletes (With Example) on X
A well-crafted resume is essential for Villanova student-athletes, as it serves as a powerful tool to showcase their unique combination …

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Join the largest professional network united by skills & passion for sports and build authentic relationships with industry leaders today

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Athlete365Share This: Share Athlete365 on FacebookShare Athlete365 on LinkedInShare Athlete365 on X
Athlete365 Career+ is an initiative of the IOC Athletes’ Commission, and it has supported more than 59,000 athletes worldwide since …

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NCAA FSA (For Student-Athletes) Job Search EngineShare This: Share NCAA FSA (For Student-Athletes) Job Search Engine on FacebookShare NCAA FSA (For Student-Athletes) Job Search Engine on LinkedInShare NCAA FSA (For Student-Athletes) Job Search Engine on X
The NCAA supports today’s student-athletes on the field, in the classroom and continues to support former student-athletes by helping them …

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Melissa (Guinivan) Logan

Alumni

Philadelphia, PA
Senior Supervising Civil Engineer WSP USA

Meet Melissa

Nicholas Ackerman

Alumni

New York, NY
Commercial Real Estate Advisor Cresa

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Brady Acton

Alumni

New York, NY
Founder, Consultant App.ly Consulting

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James D. Adams

Alumni

Newark, NJ
Vice President/Field Project Manager KS Engineers, P.C.

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Jerry Bouma

Alumni

Edmonton, AB
Founder and Senior Consultant Jerry Bouma & Associates Inc.

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Joseph P. Campbell

Alumni

New York, NY
Senior Associate Link Logistics Real Estate

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Andrea Conte

Alumni

New York, NY
Allocation Manager J.Crew

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Harold Degenhardt

Alumni

Dallas, TX
Partner Norton Rose Fulbright LLP

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Megan Farmer

Alumni

New York, NY
Executive Director, Head of Social Media J.P. Morgan

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Emily Galvin

Alumni

Pitman, NJ
Research Assistant Villanova University

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Kristin Gobberg

Alumni

Chicago, IL
Assistant Director of Leadership Giving, Longhorn Foundation Univ of Texas at Austin

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Damon Green

Alumni

Parkland, FL
Chief Executive Officer Centrata Pain Partners

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Handshake is Villanova’s go-to resource for jobs, internships, events, and more! 
This mobile career management platform intuitively connects you to …

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Interview RoomsShare This: Share Interview Rooms on FacebookShare Interview Rooms on LinkedInShare Interview Rooms on X
The University Career Center is proud to offer students the ability to book private rooms for virtual or phone interviews.
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Dress for SuccessShare This: Share Dress for Success on FacebookShare Dress for Success on LinkedInShare Dress for Success on X
Recommendations for how you can dress for an interview or typical workday will vary based on your job, company and …

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Professional Headshots via Iris BoothShare This: Share Professional Headshots via Iris Booth on FacebookShare Professional Headshots via Iris Booth on LinkedInShare Professional Headshots via Iris Booth on X
The Career Center’s Iris Photobooth is now available to capture your professional headshot. Iris Booth is the evolution of portrait …

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Big Interview – Interviewing PracticeShare This: Share Big Interview – Interviewing Practice on FacebookShare Big Interview – Interviewing Practice on LinkedInShare Big Interview – Interviewing Practice on X
 
Big Interview is an online system that combines training and practice to help improve interview techniques and build confidence. …

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Join the Nova Network, Villanova University’s Professional Network.
Through the Nova Network, you can:
Sign up today at novanetwork.villanova.edu.
Students:…

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