Career Advising
Make Connections for Your Future
At Hobart and William Smith, we are committed to helping you connect your liberal arts education with your future goals and career aspirations. Through personalized guidance, hands-on experiences, and meaningful employer partnerships, we support you in developing the skills and confidence to stand out in an evolving world of work. Our students and graduates are known for their adaptability, curiosity, and readiness to contribute—qualities we are proud to help cultivate as you lead a life of consequence.
The Salisbury Center for Career, Professional and Experiential Education is here to support you at every stage of your journey. Whether you are exploring interests as a first-year student, refining your path as an upper-class student, preparing for life after graduation, or navigating your next step as an alum, our team is ready to work with you. Wherever you are in your process, we are here to help you move forward with purpose.
Start your Pathway:
Tap into who you are. Evaluate your interests, values, and skills.
Connect with resources, advising, funding opportunities, and foundational career support designed to help you get started and move forward with confidence. These appointments help students navigate services, understand available opportunities, and access the tools needed for career development success.
- Explore Handshake
- Schedule an Appointment with Career Services
- Build Your Professional Materials
- Explore Resources for Your Career Journey
Suggested Appointment Types:
- First Time Appointment
- Introductory Appointment – Junior/Senior
- Career Assessment
- Career Exploration/Options
Research careers and industries. Start networking. Get connected on campus and in the community.
Not sure what you want to do yet? Start by exploring career fields, industries, and professional pathways that align with your interests, strengths, and goals. Get connected on campus and in the community.
Use these sections to:
- Learn about different careers and industries
- Explore possible roles connected to your interests
- Discover required skills and qualifications
- Research employers and organizations
- Find career-focused resources and job boards
- Learn about internships and experiential opportunities
- Attend Alumni Career Talks
This is a great starting point for first-year students and anyone exploring options.
Suggested Appointment types:
- Career Exploration/Options
- Career Assessment
- Pathways Guaranteed Internship Funding
- Information International Internship Funding
- Pre-Health Information/Advising
- Pre-Law School Information
- Fellowships
- Professional Materials:
- Resume/CV Review
- Resume/CV Formatting
- Cover Letter Assistance
- Mock Interview/Interviewing Skills
- Job Search Interview Prep
Reflect on your passions. Develop an action plan. Gain insights from real life experiences.
Prepare for internships, jobs, research, and professional opportunities through hands-on career preparation. These appointments focus on developing strong application materials, refining interview skills, and building strategies for securing meaningful experiential opportunities.
Looking for hands-on experience? Visit the internship and job search sections to access:
- Internship opportunities
- Part-time and full-time jobs
- Summer experiences
- Research opportunities
- Employer connections
- Recruiting events and career fairs
- Networking opportunities
Suggested Appointment Types:
- Internship Search/Opportunities
- Research Search/Opportunities
- Job Search/Opportunities
- Career Exploration/Options
- Pathways Guaranteed Internship Funding
- Information International Internship Funding
- Fellowships
Take your momentum and put your plan into action. Accomplish your goals with confidence.
Build meaningful professional relationships and strengthen your professional presence through networking, alumni engagement, and personal branding. These appointments help students expand their network, communicate confidently, and develop connections that support long-term career success.
Suggested Appointment Types:
- Internship Search/Opportunities
- Job Search/Opportunities
- On-Campus Student Employment
Explore Career Paths & Industries: Not sure what you want to do yet? Start by exploring career fields, industries, and professional pathways that align with your interests, strengths, and goals. 
Find Internships, Jobs, & Experiential Opportunities: Looking for hands-on experience? Visit the internship and job search sections. 
Create and Refine Your Professional Materials: Preparing for internships, networking, or graduate school? Use our resources or schedule a meeting with our helpful staff. 
Handshake is HWS’s primary career management platform and one of the most important tools available to students. 
Schedule an Appointment with Career Services. Career development is personal — and you do not have to navigate it alone. Students can meet with Career Services staff for individualized support. 
Attend Events & Employer Programs 
Explore Resources for Your Career Journey: Resources tailored to students at every stage.