Career Exploration and Development
Putting the Liberal Arts to Work. Pursuing Meaning and Purpose.
Career Exploration & Development (CED) helps Oberlin students connect their liberal arts education with meaningful careers, purposeful lives, and lifelong professional growth. Through career advising, experiential learning, employer and alumni partnerships, and innovative programs, students explore possibilities, build career-ready skills, gain real-world experience, and develop the confidence to navigate a changing world.
Whether you're exploring career interests, pursuing internships or research, preparing for graduate school, or launching your first job, CED provides the guidance, opportunities, and connections to support you at every stage of your career journey.
How We Support Your Journey
✓ Explore careers
✓ Gain real-world experience
✓ Build your professional network
✓ Develop career-ready skills
✓ Prepare for jobs and graduate school
Choose Your Next Step
Whether you're exploring career interests, looking for an internship, building your network, or preparing for life after graduation, CED is here to support you at every stage of your career journey.
Explore
Every career journey begins with exploration. Discover career communities, connect with a career advisor, and access the resources that will help you explore your interests and prepare for what's next.
Connect
Every career journey is built on meaningful connections. Connect with alumni, employers, mentors, and peers who can support your career journey and open new opportunities.
Experience
Put your learning into practice through internships, research, and hands-on opportunities that build skills, confidence, and career readiness.
Launch
Prepare for your next chapter with the guidance, resources, and connections to confidently pursue jobs, graduate school, fellowships, and beyond.
Learning Beyond the Classroom
From internships and research to the arts, public service, healthcare, and global experiences, Oberlin students turn their liberal arts education into meaningful experiences that prepare them for what's next.
Every experience is an opportunity to learn, grow, and discover what's possible.