Carly Bonaventura was recently named the new director of the Center for Career Readiness and has many plans in the works for the fall semester and future.

The mission of the Center for Career Readiness is to provide services and resources that enhance and support students’ career development and graduate school readiness, preparing them for post-graduation careers.

As the director of the Center for Career Readiness, Bonaventura will oversee the development and execution of holistic career readiness initiatives that go beyond traditional classroom experience, she said. By collaborating with employers, alumni and faculty, she will create equitable opportunities for students to gain professional experience, mentorship and long-term career direction. 

“My work is driven by the belief that every student deserves access to tools, networks and support that allow them not only to succeed, but to lead with confidence and adaptability,” Bonaventura said. “It is the best job on campus. I get to help students with their confidence and help students get prepared for their future careers.”

The Career Readiness Center has already hosted a resume workshop this month and another one scheduled on Oct. 8, which will feature resume building and critiquing. The resume workshop also includes guest speakers and free food and drinks so participants have fun while working.  

Bonaventura also introduced a Power of Your Pitch workshop, scheduled on Wednesday, Sept. 24 from 1 -2:15 p.m. in  208 Thurston Hall, and a networking event in October. Rachel Murphy Snyder, Communications Specialist for Chobani, will be the guest speaker at the Sept. 24 event. These workshops will help prepare students for the networking empowerment event in November.

“Those are all to prepare students for the big event in November which is the networking empowerment event where our hope is that students have built a résumé,” Bonaventura said. 

If someone is looking for a job or career opportunity, the Career Readiness Center uses the Handshake platform that makes students aware of job opportunities and internships. Students can also learn about events and employer events on Handshake and make an appointment with a career coach as well. 

If you have any questions about upcoming events or about the Center for Career Readiness, contact Carly Bonaventura at  [email protected] or stop in 120 White Hall.