Career Development Center
Mission Statement
The Career Development Center empowers individuals to achieve their professional goals by providing exceptional career guidance, resources, and opportunities. We foster a supportive and inclusive environment where all individuals can explore their potential, develop career readiness competencies, and connect with meaningful career opportunities. Our mission is to inspire lifelong career growth and professional success.
Philosophy
The Career Development Center ÇàÂ¥´«Ã½ provides students with the ability to choose a meaningful career and education pathway that is guided by providing career readiness essentials which include resume and cover letter writing; mock interviewing; and experiential learning opportunities encompassing internships, networking, job shadowing, and employment placement. The Center provides support for students in their search for meaningful career paths through self-assessment and career planning, internship resources, alumni networking opportunities, and job-search-skills training. Career development, alongside self-betterment, is one of two greatest extensions of life-long learning.
Career Development practices at Saint Xavier are guided by the career readiness competencies and core values as well as guidelines provided by the .
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If you are an employer interested in recruiting students and alumni, please visit
our Recruiting Page for more information. For additional assistance, please contact the Career Development
Center at careerdevelopmentFREEÇàÂ¥´«Ã½.
Visit our Employment Outcomes page to learn more about where our graduates go after graduation. You’ll find data
from the current 2023–2024 cycle as well as previous years. If you are a student or
alum, we invite you to share your next steps so we can celebrate your journey with
our community! Email us at careerdevelopmentFREEÇàÂ¥´«Ã½.
Contact Career Development Center
- Office: WAC A-209
- Phone: 773-298-3145
- Keyword: Career advising
- Email: careerdevelopmentFREEÇàÂ¥´«Ã½
Handshake
Handshake is the career management system used by ÇàÂ¥´«Ã½ to connect students with career events, jobs, internships, and employment resources. Students can also use Handshake to network with other students across the United States.
Access our by logging into Handshake.
Disclaimer: Although we attempt to screen all employers and positions, the Career Development Center and ÇàÂ¥´«Ã½ assume no liability for the accuracy of information shared through automated feeds and Handshake. The views and opinions shared by employers through Handshake do not necessarily reflect the views and opinions of the Career Development Center and ÇàÂ¥´«Ã½. If you are unsure about a position or employer, please contact careerdevelopmentFREEÇàÂ¥´«Ã½.
Navigate is a coordinated care network used by faculty, staff and students to improve the student experience which leads to increased retention and graduation rates. Scheduling is for current students only. If alumni would like to schedule an appointment, please reach out to the Career Development Center at careerdevelopmentFREEÇàÂ¥´«Ã½.
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Champ's Career Closet
Champ's Career Closet is a free resource of new and gently-used professional and business-casual clothing, shoes and accessories for ÇàÂ¥´«Ã½ students that are preparing for an interview, internship or starting a new career. We carry all sizes .. come shop, try on and create your professional look.
The career closet is located in Room G-306 in the Warde Academic Center, and is open by appointment only on Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, from noon to 1 p.m., and Friday, from 10 a.m. to noon.
Questions? Contact the Career Development Center at careerdevelopmentFREEÇàÂ¥´«Ã½.

career Services for alumni
The Career Development Center is here to help with your Career Development needs. Click the banner below to review what services we offer to Alumni.
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Student testimonial
"One of the things I love most about the Career Development Center is how welcoming and supportive they are. I majored in accounting, and from day one, they made me feel heard and comfortable asking any questions. They’re also very flexible with scheduling, which makes it easy to stop by between classes. When I was preparing for a mock interview, my counselor even brought in additional team members to offer more feedback and ideas. That kind of support made a huge difference for me. I really enjoy working with the Career Development Center, and I think you will too!"
Student testimonial
"I frequently visit the Career Development Center for guidance on my resume, personal statement and job search. Soon to graduate, I need help connecting to employers and understanding next steps for graduate studies. The College-to-Career Expo was a great way to connect with employers."
Student testimonial
"As a junior transfer student majoring in business administration, the Career Development Center has helped me so much with resumes, cover letters, and getting ready for events like the College-to-Career Expo. They've been there every step of the way, especially when it comes to preparing for future jobs in business. I'm so grateful for their help and highly encourage other students to visit them."
Student testimonial
"I came to the Career Development Center needing clarity on next steps for my career. They worked with me to explore my options and even got me an opportunity to shadow someone within my intended career field, which helped solidify my career decision. I highly recommend you come and see them."
Student testimonial
My session at the Career Development was very helpful for learning what I need for my career such as networking on LinkedIn and Handshake and building a strong resume. I also learned how valuable my experiences are in creating my current skills. I intend on telling everyone on my basketball team to visit!
Internship Opportunities
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