Location
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Develop career-igniting skills and connections in one of the nation’s most dynamic cities.
And it all begins day one.
Location
Preparation
Connection
Realization
Not all career centers are created equal. Sure, ours has a physical space, but at Emmanuel, career development truly happens all the time, all over campus. So, whether you're wondering, "Where do I start?" or already looking for experience in specific industries, Emmanuel's dedicated staff within the Leslie Ferrick McCafferty Career Center foster an environment that will support and guide you in realizing your career aspirations.
One hundred percent of Emmanuel students complete an internship as part of the core curriculum. In a city as dynamic as Boston, your options are bound only by the limits of your curiosity. A short walk or ride on the "T" places you at the doorsteps of dozens of industry-leading organizations in research, technology, finance, media, healthcare, social service and more. Here, you'll obtain career opportunities that students and graduates in other cities may only ever aspire to experience.
Career development happens all over Emmanuel’s campus, at all times of the day. During your first year, you’ll take engage in the College’s career planning course, preparing you to embark on your internship search at your own pace and with your best foot forward. If you need help along the way, meet with a dedicated Career Advisor, or a Career Peer—a current student who has been exactly where you are and is eager to share their experience.
100% of Emmanuel students complete an internship as part of the core curriculum. Our access to leading employers in top industries is unparalleled, and yours will be, too. Our Employer Relations Team builds valuable relationships with companies and organizations throughout the city, and with events such as the Recruiter Series and on-campus career fairs, we bring those partnerships back to you.
Emmanuel graduates can be found making their mark at leading companies and organizations all over the city of Boston, across the country and around the world. But their path to success and fulfillment starts on campus, with a commitment to achieve at the highest level in their studies, in leadership roles and in student clubs and organizations, while engaging in purposeful work that honors their obligations to their communities and the wider world.
Emmanuel’s singular network of employers, alumni, faculty and students drives the next generation of Boston’s workforce. Whether you’re a student wondering where to begin, an employer looking to recruit top talent, an alum seeking a job or another Saint to advance your organization, or a parent supporting your student through their journey, the Career Center has resources to meet—and exceed—your expectations.
Career preparation is an integral aspect of the undergraduate experience at Emmanuel. Our McCafferty Career Center supports and guides students in realizing their career aspirations, while taking an active role in their professional development. Recognizing that Career Development is a process that happens over time, our McCafferty Career Center staff is committed to meeting students wherever they are in the process—from exploration and discovery to choosing a career and embarking on a successful future. LEARN MORE ABOUT US >>
Wilkens Science Center, Room 316
400 The Fenway
Boston, MA 02115
617-735-9930
careercenter@emmanuel.edu
"If anyone would ask me what to do in college, I would tell them to do everything. Get as much experience as you can. Meet people and do things. Take advantage of all college has to offer."
Jumping into her Emmanuel experience, Shakirah was sure of two things: that what she had planned was going to be a “tall task,” and that she was up for the challenge.
Katherine’s foray into biology might seem an unlikely one for a future dentist.
Counseling & health psychology major Christine came to Emmanuel knowing she wanted to pursue a career in health care, and the College’s opportunities and connections for students interested in the field—as well as a neuroscience course she attended at EC Incoming—made the decision an easy one.
When asking secondary education and biology double major Angela Girodier '22 if she’s more passionate about research or teaching, she quickly and emphatically says “both.”
From an early age, Campbell Shealy '22 was interested in two things—living in a big city and numbers.
As a mathematics and economics double major with a concentration in statistics, Matt found actuarial work of calculating the financial consequences of risk for companies right in line with his interests.
Robert’s interest in the workings of the wider world grew in 2011 as the Arab Spring became international news. “I love history,” he said, “so knowing the history of the states as well as their current affairs made their actions and interactions much more interesting to me.”
Michael chose Emmanuel because of its location in Boston and its proximity to the city's "big players," specifically its leading names in the financial industry.
What began as an on-campus job in Emmanuel's student center transformed into a new career path for Jessie, one that brought her to Harvard University as a master's candidate in higher education administration.
Chemistry graduate Jennifer Scarborough '17 has found a way to combine her love for science and education. She shares her enthusiasm for the subjects as an education associate in the Hall of Human Life exhibit at Museum of Science Boston—one of the top science museums in the country (according to National Geographic).
At Emmanuel, management major Juan Sebastian Levy '14 prepared to succeed in an increasingly global society, experience that has taken him to Wayfair's offices in Berlin and back to Reebok's international headquarters in Boston.
Emmanuel is a place where students broaden their sense of what’s possible and prepare for inspiring careers in an ever-changing world. Be here.
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