careers

Library & Information Studies alum, Lauren, shares how career services at UW–Madison helped her navigate a career pivot and land a fulfilling role as an…

Curious about career development opportunities for graduate students in UW–Madison’s Information School? The Library & Information Studies MA program provides personalized support to help you…

Researching in-demand careers and job trends can help you focus on an industry with future growth potential.

Considering a career change? Catch up with Jesus, who was featured in one of our first podcast episodes. He pivoted from engineering to graduating with a Master of Science in Special Education and is thriving as a new teacher.

Career Exploration Center Director Michelle Jackson explains how you can leverage your summer to plan for what’s next.

Learn some tips from our experts on how to assess and revive your online presence for professional purposes.

You’re choosing a school and researching what the place has to offer. What you may not be factoring into your decision is the value of…

Read a step-by-step breakdown from one of our educational counselors on how to use LinkedIn to land your next job.

Career services advisors share their best tips to explore careers and boost resumes while enjoying the summer.

Wondering if you can break into any of the top-paying careers in business?  The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics publishes an Occupational Outlook Handbook that…

A college rejection can sting, but there is more than one way to reach your academic goals.

Tips for job seekers on balancing issues of personal health and safety with employer expectations for remote or in-person work.

Our UW-Madison career counselor offers tips on making a fresh start to find a job, change careers or set new goals in 2021.

A UW–Madison career counselor offers time-tested and new tips for applying for a job during COVID.

A career counselor explains the reasons to consider a bridge job and how you know when it’s time to move on.

Many people around the country are nearing six months of working from home. Of course, while essential workers never left “the office,” other employees have…

A career counselor explains how to navigate difficult work situations during the pandemic by sharing needs and concerns with your boss.

I recently met with a client who was considering a career change in response to some health concerns. She had already taken a few steps…

A UW–Madison career counselor shares four strategies for connecting with your network in unprecedented times.

Seven tips for creating career opportunities during challenging times.

There’s no sugarcoating it: Navigating a pandemic is hard, but when you throw a precarious economy and potential job loss into the mix, it can…

A career counselor explains how to find new motivation in your work and keep your career moving forward.

Creating a diverse and inclusive workplace is not only the right thing to do, it’s better for the bottom line. But many still struggle with…

A career counselor explores motivations for a move into management and if it’s right for you.