Adult Students

Welcome!  This community is space for adult and non-traditional students to access Career Center services and University support. You will find job search resources, ways to connect with on-campus groups, and strategies for identifying employers who meet your unique needs.  These resources compliment the information provided in the Career Communities, where you will find resources for specific industries and areas of study.

To discuss or share additional resources for this affinity group, please contact Carol Balk at carol.balk@pitt.edu.

Thinking of Applying to a Federal Government Position? Take note of some updates to the hiring process

As of May 2025, the federal goverment will be changing its application process for those interested in applying to federal government positions. These include:

What this means: If you’re considering applying to a federal government position, you may need to …

By Karen Chow
Karen Chow
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ICYMI: Fall Career & Internship Fair

Nearly 2,500 students showed up to meet recruiters from over 180 companies last week. Terrific connections were made, but the work is not over. Whether you had a chance to attend or not, we want you to know that the …

By Sasha Gorchanyuk
Sasha Gorchanyuk Special Events Coordinator
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Finding Your Purpose: The Importance of Understanding Your Values

When exploring careers, many consider whether an occupation will be personally fulfilling to them or not. This personal fulfillment can come in many different forms. For example, some folks are most satisfied by helping others, while others find joy in …

By Holly Schultz
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Five Ways to Make College Work as a Non-Traditional Student

Depending on how they’re categorized, non-traditional students account for between one- and two-thirds of college admissions, but in simple terms, a non-traditional college student in the US is anyone who has not entered university studies directly from secondary education or …

By Alex Ball
Alex Ball Pre-Law & Social Sciences Career Consultant
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Non-Traditional Student? Aim For Your Goal

Nontraditional students have busy schedules, and college can sometimes feel like a second job. When you have to work, take care of your family, and go to school, it can be hard to find the time to study, but that …

By Alex Ball
Alex Ball Pre-Law & Social Sciences Career Consultant
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