Mission, Vision, Values, Goals
Mission:
In alignment with the College's mission, we deliberately mentor and coach students to apply strategies, use tools, and make connections to maneuver through their careers and contribute to their communities.
Vision:
To support self-discovery and career readiness for all students to reach their career and professional goals.
Values:
Respect | Inclusion | Authenticity | Growth & Empowerment I Action | Relationships
Goals:
Work collaboratively with employers, Hastings College employees, and alumni to enhance students’ career development
Provide career coaching to assist students at any stage of their career development through individual appointments, drop-ins, resources, programs, events, and career courses both online and in-person
Help students make career choices based on accurate self-knowledge and information about available options
Leverage access to career information and resources online and in-person, including LinkedIn, Handshake, TRUMOTIVATE, My Next Move, Big Interview, Internship USA, and other pertinent links and printed materials
Guide students in exploring, researching, and applying to internship and job opportunities that match their interests and career aspirations
Support faculty in guiding students in professional and graduate school planning
Educate on best practices to master resumes, cover letters, interviewing, career conversations, dining etiquette, professionalism, and self-promotion
Train students to articulate their qualifications and skills by citing examples through descriptive stories and content
Increase career-readiness competencies through participation in the Alumni Mentoring Program, campus jobs, and internships
Facilitate an efficient process for internships taken for academic credit
Technology:
Handshake, LinkedIn, TRUMOTIVATE, My Next Move, O*NET, Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, Big Interview