The Office of Career & Professional Development supports students in their professional journey wherever they may be. Whether searching for the right major, planning a career, considering graduate school, developing a resume or prepping for a big interview, our office assists in this ongoing process. Through trustworthy career advising, innovative employer engagement events, and endless professional development opportunities – students have the chance to grow as a professional so they are ready to enter the working world as it is going to be.
Career & Professional Development
Educating and empowering all students to translate experiential learning to the professional world as it is going to be.
About Career & Professional Development
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Vice President, Career & Professional Development
Handshake
Handshake is the #1-way college students get hired! This platform allows students and alumni to access opportunities posted directly by the employer. Additionally, to simplify your process of applying to opportunities on Handshake, your resume needs to be reviewed and approved by the Office of Career & Professional Development prior to applying. View the full instructions on how to upload your resume below.
Earn Your Certification in Coachability
Learn from the best of the best. Industry leaders will be your guides as you learn how to be the star player every employer wants on their team. Attend a minimum of 4 sessions to earn your microcredential. To earn your Certification, attend a minimum of 4 seminars from our Life Skills and Leadership Series. Students will learn directly from accomplished professionals across diverse industries, enhancing their ability to accept, implement, and grow from feedback while demonstrating adaptability in professional environments.
Peer Career Advisor Drop-In Hours
Our trained Peer Career Advisors are available during drop-in hours to assist you with your resume, cover letter, or LinkedIn profile at the Career Bar. Drop in during the hours of 11:00am-6:00pm on Monday, Tuesday, & Wednesday, and 11:00am-4:00pm on Thursday & Friday.
Share Your Internship News
We are proud to share the accomplishments of HPU students. Please fill out the form below to share your internship news with us and you may be featured on our website!
INDUSTRIAL HYGIENIST/ CHEMICAL ENGINEER (INTERDISCIPLINARY) at Naval Civilian Careers
Summary [READ MORE]
LG Home Theater Specialist at Best Buy - Retail Stores
Job Title :LG Home Theater SpecialistJob Description :As an LG Home Theater Expert, you’ll work in one of our retail stores to promote, demonstrate and sell home theater products with an emphasis on the LG brand. First, we’ll give... [READ MORE]
Ground Handling Administrative Assistant at Piedmont Airlines
We can’t wait to share our passion for aviation with you! Join a team that works hard, cares for each other and offers plenty of opportunities to grow. At Piedmont Airlines, our strength is the way we deliver industry-leading service... [READ MORE]
Full Time Retail Sales Associate at Best Buy - Retail Stores
Job Title: Full Time Retail Sales AssociateJob Description :As a Retail Sales Associate, you’ll be the face of Best Buy for customers who visits our stores. We’ll train you with the skills and knowledge you need to confidently... [READ MORE]
BIM Technician at DLB Associates
DLB Associates is a premier engineering and consulting firm specializing in innovative, mission-critical solutions across hyperscale data centers, advanced infrastructure, and high-performance building systems. With over four decades of expertise, we partner with some of the world’s most influential... [READ MORE]
Customer Service Supervisor at Piedmont Airlines
We can’t wait to share our passion for aviation with you! Join a team that works hard, cares for each other and offers plenty of opportunities to grow. At Piedmont Airlines, our strength is the way we deliver industry leading... [READ MORE]
Carrier Sales Associate - June 2027 at BlueGrace Logistics
Hiring for June 2027This is a high-volume sales role. You will be on the phone. A lot. Building relationships with freight carriers, negotiating rates, solving problems when a load goes sideways.What You'll Actually Be DoingYour day starts with a... [READ MORE]
Marketing Analyst Intern at Sallie Mae
Sallie Mae is proud to help Americans aspiring to create the life they want - whether that means helping them make college happen, or something more. Our colleagues across departments and across the country are united in our passion... [READ MORE]
STUDENT TRAINEE (CONTRACTING) at Defense Logistics Agency
The DoW College Acquisition Internship Program (DCAIP) is a paid, 10- to 12- week summer internship that provides students with real-world exposure to Department of War acquisition workforce career opportunities. The program targets full-time second and third year students... [READ MORE]
Corporate Communications Intern at Sallie Mae
Corporate Communications InternSallie Mae is proud to help Americans aspiring to create the life they want--whether that means helping them make college happen, or something more. Our colleagues across departments and across the country are united in our passion... [READ MORE]
BIM Intern at DLB Associates
DLB Associates is a premier engineering and consulting firm specializing in innovative, mission-critical solutions across hyperscale data centers, advanced infrastructure, and high-performance building systems. With over four decades of expertise, we partner with some of the world’s most influential... [READ MORE]
Brand Intern at Sallie Mae
Sallie Mae is proud to help Americans aspiring to create the life they want--whether that means helping them make college happen, or something more. Our colleagues across departments and across the country are united in our passion and our... [READ MORE]
STUDENT TRAINEE (FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT CLERK) at Defense Logistics Agency
The DoW College Acquisition Internship Program (DCAIP) is a paid, 10- to 12- week summer internship that provides students with real-world exposure to Department of War acquisition workforce career opportunities. The program targets full-time second and third year students... [READ MORE]
Summer Analyst Equity Capital Markets and Mergers and Acquisitions at Crédit Agricole Corporate and Investment Bank
ABOUT CRÉDIT AGRICOLE CIBCrédit Agricole CIB is the Corporate & Investment Banking arm of the Crédit Agricole Group — the 10th largest banking group worldwide by balance sheet size (The Banker, 2022). The Bank offers a broad range of... [READ MORE]
Internship Guarantee Program
IGP
Location: Cottrell Hall, Schorn Focus Conference Room (219) , Suite 103
This one-hour group registration session is designed for eligible students who wish to register for High Point University's Internship Guarantee Program.During the session, students will receive an overview of the program, review participation requirements, and complete the required IGP... [READ MORE]
Internship Guarantee Program
IGP
Location: Cottrell Hall, Schorn Focus Conference Room (219) , Suite 103
This one-hour group registration session is designed for eligible students who wish to register for High Point University's Internship Guarantee Program.During the session, students will receive an overview of the program, review participation requirements, and complete the required IGP... [READ MORE]
Internship Guarantee Program
IGP
Location: Cottrell Hall, Schorn Focus Conference Room (219) , Suite 103
This one-hour group registration session is designed for eligible students who wish to register for High Point University's Internship Guarantee Program.During the session, students will receive an overview of the program, review participation requirements, and complete the required IGP... [READ MORE]
Internship Guarantee Program
IGP
Location: Cottrell Hall, Elliott Family Strategy Conference Room (131), Suite 103
This one-hour group registration session is designed for eligible students who wish to register for High Point University's Internship Guarantee Program.During the session, students will receive an overview of the program, review participation requirements, and complete the required IGP... [READ MORE]
Internship Guarantee Program
IGP
Location: Cottrell Hall, Schorn Focus Conference Room (219) , Suite 103
This one-hour group registration session is designed for eligible students who wish to register for High Point University's Internship Guarantee Program.During the session, students will receive an overview of the program, review participation requirements, and complete the required IGP... [READ MORE]
Spring Resume Workshop - January 22nd 2027
Friday, January 22nd 2027, 10:00 am - 3:00 pm EST
Location: High Point, North Carolina, United States
Visit our Resume Workshop on January 22nd to get ready for our Life Skills Career Summit on February 9th!During this workshop we will do: [READ MORE]
There are numerous job search tools available online, and we have identified a sampling. In the industry specific sites listed below, you can access job boards, professional associations, and career information targeted to specific fields.
| Internships | All Industries | Industry Specific |
| Handshake | Handshake | What Can I Do With This Major? |
| WayUp | WayUp | Media Bistro |
| Experience.com | Simply Hired | Idealist |
| Idealist | Glassdoor | Team Work Online |
| Career Builder | USA Jobs | |
| Linkup | Tom Manatos Jobs | |
| The Riley Guide | Dice |