Career Development

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Career and Professional Development at Harbert

At the Harbert College of Business, we believe every student deserves a Distinctly Harbert experience—one that combines academic excellence with meaningful career preparation. The Harbert Career Team is your partner in that journey.

As a full-service career center, we empower students to discover, define, and achieve their professional goals through personalized guidance, hands-on learning, and a progressive four-year career readiness curriculum.

How to book an appointment

Visit Handshake to schedule your appointment with a career coach. Appointments are available via Zoom or in person as requested, and as space is available. Whether its self-exploration, job searching, negotiating your salary, or planning for graduate school, our team is here to help.

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Our comprehensive career team includes:

Career Coaches who provide individualized support to help you explore your interests, strengths, and professional pathways.
Program Champions who connect your academic experience with industry insights and employer relationships specific to your major.
Graduate Career Services professionals who prepare graduate students for leadership opportunities and career advancement across industries.

Whether through one-on-one coaching, drop-in hours, or targeted workshops, we help you:

Explore your personality, interests, skills, and values to align your major and career direction.
Build strong job search materials that showcase your unique personal brand.
Gain industry-specific insights and begin forming professional networks.
Develop the ethical leadership and professional competencies needed to succeed in a global business environment.

Grounded in the National Association of Colleges and Employers (NACE) career readiness competencies, our programs are designed to prepare Harbert students to lead, innovate, and make an impact from day one.

With a team of passionate and experienced professionals by your side, our team ensures that every Harbert student graduates career-ready and confidently prepared for success.