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Don't forget to RSVP for the Ed Prep Celebration & Orientation coming up on Thursday, October 16th from 4pm-7pm in Chicago!
Career Bridge at NLU helps students confidently prepare for life after graduation.
Through personalized support, workshops, and career resources, they guide students in building strong resumes, practicing interviews, exploring career paths, and making connections that lead to meaningful work.
Appointments: https://nl.edu/retain/ext/appointments/mdordick
Appointments: https://nl.edu/retain/ext/appointments/mdordick
Marissa Dordick is the Career Advisor for Undergraduate Education majors for Chicago and online students.
She has a passion for providing students with resources for professional and personal success. Marissa has a Bachelor’s degree in Psychology from the University of Iowa and a Master’s degree in Higher Education and Student Affairs from Northern Illinois University.
Resumes
Resumes
Whether you’ve never stepped foot in a classroom or you’ve been in one for the past 6 years, an updated resume is essential to best represent yourself, your applicable skills, and stand out from other candidates.
The Educator’s Resume (to the right) will assist in crafting a strong resume for anyone applying to the Education field.
You can get help with your resume and other career materials by connecting with Career Bridge.
NCE_Resume_Guide UPDATED 2022.pdf
About the Courses
About the Courses
CAR 202 and CAR 203 are required for most Educator Preparation programs at NLU. These courses focus on:
CAR 202 and CAR 203 are required for most Educator Preparation programs at NLU. These courses focus on:
Building professional resumes and cover letters
Developing networking and interviewing skills
Preparing for a successful job search after graduation
Who Can Waive
You may be eligible to waive one or both courses if you:
Who Can Waive
You may be eligible to waive one or both courses if you:
Are entering NLU with substantial work or career experience.
Already have well-developed job application materials.
Important Notes
Important Notes
Waivers do not award credit.
Be sure you’ll still meet the 180 quarter hour graduation requirement before pursuing a waiver.
How the Waiver Works
How the Waiver Works
To request a waiver:
To request a waiver:
Talk with your Academic Advisor to see if you're a good candidate.
Work with your Career Advisor to prepare and submit the following materials:
Resume
Cover letter
Goals statement
Career Bridge will review your submission. If approved, you’ll be granted a waiver and will not need to take these courses.
Join Handshake to Connect
Join Handshake to Connect
Go here to review a "Getting Started" guide: https://nl.edu/student-services/career-bridge/job-portal/
With Handshake you can:
Upload your Resume and Cover Letter to be reviewed by a Career Advisor.
Search for jobs. You can apply directly on Handshake for many of these roles.
View and register for NLU Employer events, Career Fairs, and other recruiting events, workshops and webinars.
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