From the very beginning of your course of study, you'll be working toward the ultimate goal of putting your education into practice. Our non-credit career development class gives you a comprehensive framework for integrating your academic program with your career development. The course examines everything from your career aspirations, values, skills and goals to assessing the job market to the technical aspects of a job search, resume and cover letter writing, interviewing and salary negotiations.
Careers
Graduates of the Josef Korbel School find employment in a variety of organizations around the world:
Master's of Arts Employment by degree 2007-2008
Master's of Arts Employment by degree 2003-2006
Doctoral Degree 2008 Employment
Career and Professional Development Brochure for Prospective and Admitted Students
Internships
A critical part of your education, for-credit internships require you to apply classroom learning, theories and experiences to professional settings. Our internship program sets you apart from your peers and gives you an edge in skills, experience and networking. While securing an internship is ultimately your responsibility, the Office of Career and Professional Development works extensively with faculty, alumni and employers to develop a diverse array of internships.
Read more about internships and the opportunities available.
Expert Advice
To help you examine various career paths, we offer a variety of career programs, including the Professionals in Residence program which features speakers from various career fields and organizations. Recent sessions have showcased representatives of USAID, Catholic Relief Services, International Rescue Committee, the World Bank and the U.S. Department of Commerce.
Connecting with Alumni and Employers
You can network with alumni through the Career Connections programs and with employers who participate in on-campus career events such as the Global Security Career Fair, the Denver-based International NGO Symposium and other information/recruiting sessions. Our Career Connections Program to Washington, D.C., New York City and Boston will connect you with select alumni and employers in the private, public and nonprofit sectors. The Career and Professional Development staff develop relationships with with prospective employers around the world.
Korbelcareers
Through Korbelcareers, the online career development resource, you can find information about jobs, internships and fellowships, searchable by experience level, geographic location and degree type, with access to an extensive library of career resource materials. Korbelcareers also lets you connect with alumni around the world through the Alumni Career Connections program. In addition, you can use it to find announcements and registration information for a multitude of career events.