Category: Parent & Family News

Good news! Carls engaged with prospective employers more frequently this year, attending more employer events and submitting more job/internship applications. We are excited to support this growing trend by reinvigorating…

Innovation drives so much of what we do at the Career Center. We are continually evolving: listening to students, assessing their needs, and developing educational programming and activities to both…

Have you ever heard “Carleton alumni are Carls for life?” Alumni are one of the most powerful resources that students have to help them to navigate their career journey. We…

As the month of March heralds the official arrival of the Spring season (despite the presence of large snow banks on my front yard), one cannot help but feel like…

Internships are valuable for students because they allow them to explore industries, obtain experiences, hone their skills, and make connections. These experiences help students to create a stronger résumé and…

After tracking thousands of people over the course of 85 years, the Harvard Study of Adult Development has found the factor that correlates with good living: good relationships. Our work…

Change is a constant that we can rely on, especially in our world today. As Carls enter the workforce, it is important that they know how they can influence change…

In my experience, the most common response is that they want to make a difference. As Carls depart Northfield with their diplomas in hand, the surest way for them to…

With the fall term ending soon, many students (and their families) are wondering what to do over the long break. While more than 200 students will be participating in a…

A simple search of the word “externship” produces many results, often comparing and contrasting externships and internships. While the two are similar, there are some key differences outlined in many…