Career Development Center

Exterior of Stevenson Hall — Photo credit: Kevin Reeves

Oberlin College’s Career Development Center helps students and recent alumni identify and achieve meaningful career objectives that build upon their Oberlin education and experiences.
We offer group and individual advising, as well as experiential opportunities that complement all students’ learning and experiences during their time at Oberlin.

We encourage students to take advantage of the center’s many programs and resources in order to:

Enhance self-awareness of interests, values and talents
Explore future paths
Acquire knowledge and experience
Develop skills for effective self-presentation

Peer Advising

Our fabulous Peer Advisors can help you create a resume or cover letter, improve your job search strategy, or navigate online career resources!

College of Arts & Sciences

While our office continues to operate remotely, peer advising for A&S students is available by appointment only.
Log in to Handshake to reserve a slot.

Conservatory

Conservatory peer advising is available on a drop-in basis, Tuesdays from 4:30-6:30 p.m. EST/EDT.
Join Conservatory drop-in hours here.

Professional Advising

Log in to Handshake any time to request an appointment with a Professional Career Advisor. You may also call us at 440-775-8140 or send us an email at career@oberlin.edu.

More information about our hours and services is available on this page. We look forward to assisting you!

The Career Development Center is here to support students, faculty, and staff with all of their career development needs. For more information about virtual programs and workshops, contact the Career Development Center.