Career Readiness

Are you career ready?  What does that mean?  Learn more here about the skills and competencies that employers seek and expect from qualified candidates, and also ways to build those skills through resources provided by Pitt.

At the University of Pittsburgh, we know learning happens beyond the classroom.  We also know employers want more than just soft skills; they want individuals with the mindsets that lead to growth in their career.  This is where skill development comes in – and we’re here to help!  In 2015, the National Association of Colleges and Employers (NACE) launched an initiative to introduce 8 career competencies every college student should have upon entering the workforce.

Student Employment Fair: Explore Fall Opportunities!

Whether you’re interested in a student worker position, part-time job (Work Study or non-Work Study), internship, or volunteer role, the Student Employment Fair is the perfect place to start your search! Making the most of your fall semester starts at …

By Sasha Gorchanyuk
Sasha Gorchanyuk Special Events Coordinator
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LinkedIn Grad’s Guide 2026: Starting Your Career in the AI Era

If you’re starting your career this year, you’ve probably been hearing anxiety-inducing warnings about the job market. Not long ago, the path felt straightforward: graduate, apply to entry-level roles and start climbing the ladder. That path is shifting — but there …

By Gianna Prudente
Gianna Prudente Senior Editor at LinkedIn
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March 2026 Job Webinars for International Students

Log into Interstride to access upcoming webinars on job search strategy, working and living in the EU, landing a job in big tech on an H1-B, and more!

March Schedule

By Karen Chow
Karen Chow
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Internship Week 2026: Video Recordings & Takeaway Sheets

The Internship Week Committee extends its sincere gratitude to all participants, students, faculty, staff, and external professionals for your engagement in our series of panels and workshops. Throughout the week, we facilitated panel discussions featuring students sharing their internship experiences, …

By Totionna Hill
Totionna Hill Experiential Learning Consultant
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AI Skills in the Workplace: What They Are, How They’re Used, and Why They Matter

Artificial intelligence (AI) is no longer limited to computer science labs or companies. It is now part of how work gets done across industries, including healthcare, business, education, research, public service, and the creative fields. As a result, students, faculty, …

By Ingrid Beute
Ingrid Beute Career Consultant, Engineering & Science & Career Champions Program Coordinator
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Skill Development Resources

AI is already transforming careers, classrooms, and everyday life. You don’t need to be a tech expert, but you do …

Career assessments reveal your strengths, interests, values, and personality, helping you align your unique identity with academic and career paths.

Pitt Career Resources

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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