Career Prep Academy

The Career Prep Academy is a career exploration support program for undergraduate students at any stage of their career development, from undecided and internship seekers to graduating students ready to start careers or apply to post-grad programs. We offer three unique levels to best serve students where they are.


The Academy lasts 8-weeks, with classes meeting 50-minutes per week. Attendance is required for the Academy.

Registration for the Spring 2026 Cohort opens January 14th and classes will begin the week of February 2nd. Registration will close on January 26th or when the waitlists are full. See below for details on the schedule and class offerings.

Spring 2026 Class Offerings
Level 1: Mondays from 2:30-3:20 pm w/ Ashley Steffy
Tuesdays from 3-3:50 pm w/ Dr. Mary Ramsey
Level 2: Tuesdays from 5-5:50 pm w/ Totionna Hill
Wednesdays from 4:30-5:20 pm w/ Dr. Mary Ramsey and Vince Luzentales
Level 3: Wednesdays from 6-6:50 pm w/ Gabby Brumond

LessonWeek of:
1February 2nd
2February 9th
Career Fair (no classes)February 16th
3February 23rd
4March 2nd
Spring Break (no classes)March 9th
5March 16th
6March 23rd
7March 30th
8April 6th

The mandatory Networking and Celebration Event will take place on Friday, April 17th from 4:30-6 pm.

*This award may affect your financial aid package. Please reach out to the Office of Financial Aid with any questions regarding how this award may affect your aid.

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Career Center In-Person Services

  • 200 William Pitt Union
  • 412-383-4473
  • Open Monday-Friday, 8:30 a.m.-5:00 p.m.
  • Drop-In Hours: Monday-Friday, 11:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m.

Career Center Virtual Services

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