Resources for prospective students
At SPU, you will gain a superb education grounded in the gospel of Jesus Christ. But that’s only the beginning. You will also enjoy access to tools you need to influence the world for good — including a host of career and vocation services, resources, and opportunities we offer in the Center for Career and Calling.
Not sure about your professional future? We can help:
Career counseling
Our career counselors will be available to help you through the various steps of figuring out what you want to do with your life, finding a job or internship, and embarking on a career. If you find yourself thinking about graduate school, we can help you with that, too.
CCC classes
We offer several classes taught by career professionals that help you explore and create your professional journey:
- “Finding Your Vocation.” Address important questions about who you are and how to sense God’s call on your life.
- “Major and Career Exploration.” Learn to identify your strengths, abilities, interests, and vocational calling, and explore the world of work.
- “College to Career Planning.” Explore many aspects of transitioning from SPU to a job or career.
- “Internship and Career Strategies.” Develop the skills you need to find an internship that is a good match with your skills and interests.
Access to Handshake
As a student, you’ll be able to use Handshake to search for jobs, internships, and volunteer opportunities; set up mentorships; and find out about and register for upcoming career events — including networking mixers, job and internship fairs, etiquette dinners, and workshops. (To get a taste of some of our events, you can follow us on Facebook!)
Explore your calling
The Center for Career and Calling is here to help you explore your calling, and embark on a career or course of study accordingly.
Learn more >
Other resources
You’ll also be able to take advantage of all our resources related to getting hired:
Let us help you now!
Here are some online CCC resources you can take advantage of before you ever step foot on campus:
We hope you will choose SPU, and, if you do, we can’t wait to serve you!