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All registered harvard extension school students, career and academic resource center.

Our Career and Academic Resource Center (CARC) offers free live webinars each semester on career-related topics. Can’t make the live event? CARC has a career video archive .

Look for emails from  [email protected]  for event announcements.

Virtual Drop-In Advising Hours (offered between September and May)

Fifteen-minute virtual drop-in career advising sessions are available on one Monday per month, September to May, between 1 p.m. and 3:45 p.m. ET.

These first-come, first-served slots with Amanda Peters are available to all currently registered Extension School students and alumni to ask questions about career options, resumes, cover letters, job search strategies, and interviewing skills.

Registration opens the Friday before each drop-in date and any open slots can be booked up until the drop-in hours are concluded. Drop in dates for Spring 2024 are January 22, February 5, March 4, April 1 and May 6 .

Admitted Degree Candidates and Alumni Only

Mignone Center for Career Success (MCS), Faculty of Arts & Sciences, Harvard University offers a variety of career services to Harvard Extension School admitted degree candidates and alumni. The following are must-do-steps to make the most of the services:

• Get a quick overview of all MCS career services by visiting  Career Services for Harvard Extension School .
• Educate yourself about finding a job in a  particular field .
• Register with  Crimson Careers . This database provides a platform of jobs and internships from employers specifically interested in Harvard College, Harvard Griffin GSAS, and Harvard Extension School students. New listings are added daily; the database currently includes hundreds of jobs and internships. Once registered, you can set-up an appointment through the online scheduler.
• Schedule an individual, 30-minute  career advising appointment , through Crimson Careers. Appointments are offered year round, Monday through Friday.
• Review the  MCS calendar  for upcoming career and graduate school workshops just for degree candidates and alumni.
• Review the listing of upcoming industry-specific  career fairs  in order to network with hiring managers in your field. Eligibility and intended audience for each event varies; read information carefully. We regularly update MCS’ annual career fair schedule .
• Register to use MCS Firsthand Advisers , a platform that connects you with Harvard alumni from around the world to get advice on different career pathways, strengthen your resume and interviewing skills, and expand your network.

MCS Recruiting Program

Harvard Extension School students graduating in November 2024, March 2025, or May 2025 and meeting the additional criteria below are eligible for the Fall 2024 MCS Recruiting Program. The MCS Recruiting Program provides a structured process to connect students with employers recruiting for full-time jobs for graduating students.

The majority of the employment opportunities are entry-level roles in finance, consulting, and information technology; therefore, the program is not meant to be single source of all employment opportunities. It is one tool among many that you should utilize in your search for jobs and internships. 

Be aware that the MCS Recruiting Program is primarily for the entry-level hiring of Harvard College undergraduates. Interviews may be on-campus or virtual.

To participate, you must:

• Have a 3.5 or higher cumulative GPA.
• Complete the online Harvard Extension School intent to graduate form for a November, March, or May graduation (available via online services).
• Attend the mandatory orientation webinar in August 2024.

For more information, visit the  Mignone Center for Career Success’ webpage.

Harvard Extension School Virtual Career Fair

Each spring (ordinarily in March), CARC hosts our own online job fair for Harvard Extension School admitted degree candidates, alumni, and Graduate and Undergraduate certificate students only. Past participants have included Santander Bank, GEICO, EMD Serono, Inc., the Museum of Fine Arts, Peace Corps, and The Nature Conservancy. At this educational and career-focused event you can learn about job and internship opportunities. Read more about MCS’ career fairs , open to admitted degree students and alumni.

You can also attend the job fair as an employer and hire from Extension School. Contact Shoshana Mavor at  [email protected]  or (617) 384-9361 to learn more.

“Thank you so much for having us at the Job Fair! We had a blast, and connected with some great candidates. We are looking forward to the next one!” -Employer “Events like this Job Fair are the pearl in the HES oyster. One of the most valuable takeaways of being an HES student. Not to be missed!” -Harvard Extension School student

The Presidential Public Service Fellowship Program

The Presidential Public Service Fellowship Program  supports Harvard students interested in pursuing public service work during the summer. Ten fellowships are awarded on a competitive basis each year to a cohort of Harvard undergraduate and graduate students participating in a broad range of activities, including government and community service, non-governmental organization and non-profit work, and innovative projects that serve the common good. For any questions or inquiries, students are being asked to email  [email protected] .

Presidential Management Fellows Program 

The Presidential Management Fellows (PMF) Program is administered by the US Office of Personnel Management (OPM). Each year, candidates apply to the program in efforts to be selected as Finalists. Finalists are then eligible for appointment as Presidential Management Fellows. 

The PMF Program accepts applications annually. To learn more about eligibility and how to apply, please review the “Become a PMF” section on the  PMF website . The PMF application typically opens in October.

Environmental Defense Fund Climate Corps Fellowship

EDF Climate Corps is a network of professionals united to advance climate solutions. The fellowship program brings together an arsenal of top talent, resources and expertise in a variety of subject matters and industries to help organizations meet their sustainability and energy goals. Fellows work under the guidance of a host supervisor and EDF manager to uncover strategic energy management and climate solutions for their host organization. Since 2008, EDF Climate Corps has placed nearly 1,000 fellows in host organizations including Under Armour, Google, Lyft, City of Los Angles, General Motors, Vassar College and the New York City Mayor’s Office of Sustainability. Projects may focus on: Scaling Energy Efficiency Solutions, Carbon Mitigation Strategies, Clean and Renewable Energy, and Sustainable Supply Chain Management. The application period opens in September, details can be found  here .

All Ivy Environmental and Sustainable Development Fair 

Representatives from private companies, public agencies, and nonprofit organizations have attended this career fair, to talk to degree students and identify candidates for full-time and part-time positions, internships, and fellowships.

The fair takes place in partnership with the other Ivy League schools. Learn more about the event and hear from past attendees on the  fair’s website . 

ProFellow.com

ProFellow.com is a free resource for researching academic and professional fellowship opportunities at the undergraduate, graduate and postgraduate level; including opportunities for early and mid-career professionals, social entrepreneurship fellowships, international fellowships, summer fellowships and more.

Harvard Division of Continuing Education

The Division of Continuing Education (DCE) at Harvard University is dedicated to bringing rigorous academics and innovative teaching capabilities to those seeking to improve their lives through education. We make Harvard education accessible to lifelong learners from high school to retirement.

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Resumes, cover letters, and other professional job documents

We offer both on-site and online tools to help you achieve your career goals. Our expert staff can assist you with developing or refining your resume, cover letter, and any other job documents that an employer may require. Some initial resources and information are provided below. If you have additional questions, please feel free to schedule an appointment or stop in during Tuesday walk-in advising.

A resume is a key professional document that provides an overview of your relevant skills, educational background, and experience. Your resume should summarize who you are and what you bring to the table. The goal of the resume is to get an interview, not a job, so make sure it represents the "best you" possible. The average employer only spends about 10-15 seconds reading a resume, so be sure yours attracts attention quickly. If it doesn't, it may never be read at all (half of all resumes go unread).

Check out these resume resources to start the processes of developing your business resume today!

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If you're planning to pursue a career with the federal government, there are some additional steps you need to take in developing a strong resume. You can refer to these Federal Resume Guidelines to get started.

Cover letters

Cover letters are designed to lead into other documents, like your resume and work samples. Your cover letter should briefly introduce you, explain why you're interested in the position or company, and highlight your best skills and experiences that fit the company's needs. Your cover letter goes beyond your ability to sell yourself as the best available prospect. It demonstrates your ability to communicate especially your ability to write clearly and succinctly. Review the guide below for helpful cover letter tips and examples.

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An employer will typically ask for references at some point during your job search. This is because they want to speak with people who know you and how you operate professionally. Since references will be requested separately, they should not be included on your resume but should instead be in a stand-alone document.

Your list of references should be formatted neatly and should include individuals who you know through academic or professional experiences. Avoid using relatives or significant others on this list of contacts. With each reference, be sure to include the references name, title & company, contact information, and your relationship to the individual (i.e. former supervisor). If you need help formatting your list of references, be sure to check out the example below.

Sample List of References (pdf)

As a rule, always ask each contact to serve as a reference prior to starting your job search. Once you land your job or internship, be sure to send thank you notes to express your appreciation as well.

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