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Alma College is More Affordable Than You Might Think

When families consider a private liberal arts college, cost is often the first concern. It’s easy to assume that private automatically means expensive — especially when compared with public universities

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Career and Personal Development

We’re committed to your success.

Alma College Career and Personal Development equips students to explore career pathways, experience hands-on learning opportunities, and launch meaningful careers. Through personalized advising, experiential learning, and strategic partnerships, we empower students to develop the skills, confidence, and connections necessary for lifelong success .

The Journey: Explore, Experience, into Launch

We’re with you every step of the way—providing the tools and guidance to shape a path that’s uniquely yours. When you first arrive on campus, it’s time to explore the many opportunities available to you. As you settle in, you’ll gain confidence and begin to experience hands-on learning, and personal growth. By the time you’re ready to step into the world, we’ll be here to help you launch into your career, or graduate school and beyond, fully prepared for life after Alma.

Explore: Discover Interests and Career Pathways. Students begin by assessing their strengths, values,
and interest.

Explore

Experience: Gain Hands-on Learning and Build Skills. As students progress in their academic career, they’ll engage in hands-on learning and develop real-world experience and professional skills through internships, volunteer opportunities, job shadowing, and global experiences.

Experience

Launch: Transition from College to Career. Students prepare to enter the workforce or
graduate school with confidence.

Launch

How Can We Help?

Access Handshake

The go-to platform for students to access:

  • On and off-campus employment
  • Career fairs, workshops and events
  • Schedule appointments with Career and Personal Development Staff
Use your Alma College credentials to access your account.

Access uConnect

Login to the Alma College Virtual Career Center.

  • Newsletter signup
  • Industry insights
  • Resources
Use your Alma College credentials to access your account.

Contact us

Connect with Career and Personal Development staff.

Work While On Campus

Alma students can find on-campus positions by logging into Handshake. Working on campus is a great opportunity for students to gain valuable work experience, earn money and build professional connections. Plus, on-campus employment offers flexibility with class schedules, practice schedules, and other extracurriculars.

Alma College departments employ students in a variety of positions including:

  • Clerks
  • Office assistants
  • Lab assistants
  • Custodians
  • Tutors
  • Library assistants
  • Resident assistants
  • First year guides
  • Mentors
  • Referees
  • Life guards
  • And many more
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Are you looking to hire an Alma College student?

Maybe you’re an alum that needs career support after graduation? Either way, we’re here to help! Select a link below to explore more.

For Employers
For Alumni
For Faculty and Staff

Contact Us

careerdevelopment@alma.edu

(989) 463-7183

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