NJCU STEM Career Services

Schedule a Career Advisement Appointment for:

• Resume and cover letter review
• Career and job exploration
• Internship search
• Interview preparation
• Grad school/med school planning
• & more!

Contact Sarah McGough, Internship & Postgraduate Outcomes Coordinator, to schedule an appointment: smcgough@njcu.edu

Each semester NJCU STEM hosts various workshops and events to help students develop career skills. Workshop topics include:

• Resume Writing Strategies
• Crafting an Effective Cover Letter
• Networking 101
• How to Land an Internship
• Navigating a Career Fair
• How to Succeed at Your Internship
• How to Prepare for Graduate School Applications
• Planning for Medical School
• & more!

Throughout the academic year, employers from the STEM fields come to the NJCU campus (or connect with us via Zoom) to meet NJCU students and to share information about their internship and full-time job opportunities. We also coordinate with employers to host on-campus interviews for their open internship and job opportunities.

The NJCU Mentoring Program (network.njcu.edu) effectively connects NJCU alumni with current students who are seeking career advice. The mentoring relationship with alumni can potentially lead to internships and jobs at their place of employment or at companies they are well connected to. Matching is based on academic background, career information, geographic location, availability, and interests.

To get started, sign up and create your profile on https://network.njcu.edu/

For more information, contact:
Jane McClellan
Director, Donor and Alumni Engagement
jmcclellan@njcu.edu 
201-200-3568

Gradleaders
Are you seeking internship and employment opportunities? GradLeaders is NJCU’s Career Services Management Database where you can upload your resume and apply for internship and employment opportunities within the NJCU network.

View the GradLeaders Instructions for information about how to create a GradLeaders profile (you can log-in with your GothicNet credentials), upload your resume, and utilize the platform to apply for internships and jobs.

Internship/Job Search Websites 
Check out this list of Internship and Job Search Sites for STEM Majors and explore links to general job search engines and sites specific to your field of study to find and apply for many internship and job opportunities.

Forage 
Forage is an online resource which offers virtual experience programs designed by leading companies. Develop your skills and gain a real understanding of different roles and industries by working through these self-paced modules, with tasks similar to those you would undertake during a traditional internship.

What does it involve?

• You will work through a series of resources and hypothetical tasks that are designed to simulate the sort of work you would undertake as an intern or full-time employee at the organization. It's a unique opportunity for you to try out a career at your own pace and in your own time, from the comfort of your home.
• It takes five to six hours to complete one program and you can complete as many programs as you like. All experiences are completely free of charge for students and alumni from New Jersey City University.

Programs include:

• Video instructions and real life examples from employees within your chosen organization.
• Work that reflects real day-to-day tasks of interns and employees.
• Curated resources to help you complete the tasks

What are the benefits?

• Sample what real life work at leading companies would be like.
• Try out different types of work and discover which career path is right for you.
• Build confidence and gain skills to get you ready for the workplace.
• Boost your resume with a company-branded virtual experience program and get a personalized certificate for your LinkedIn profile.
• Brand and market yourself to employers within the Forage network, potentially opening up future opportunities with prominent organizations.

How can I take part?

There are no lengthy application processes as programs are free and accessible to all students and alumni. Simply pick your program, create an account on the Forage website and get started right away.

The Cooperative Education Program enables students to combine classroom learning with practical experience and provides an opportunity to utilize skills and knowledge acquired in the classroom in a professional environment. As part of Co-op Ed Program, students earn academic credits through internships and part-time or full-time work experience.

Benefits of Cooperative Education

• Gain on-the-job experience in your career field.
• Build connections with professionals who may support your future job applications.
• Experience working in an professional environment ● Learn new career skills and knowledge.
• Test out potential career paths.
• Receive academic credit toward graduation.

Credits for Experience

As an undergraduate, you may earn up to 12 credits (up to 6 a semester) through either part-time or full-time work experience. The number of credits you receive is based on the number of hours you work per week:

8-14 hours a week (semester total of 120-224) = 2 credits

15-24 hours a week (semester total of 225-374) = 4 credits

25+ hours a week (semester total of 375-600) = 6 credits

Application of Credits: You must check with your department chairperson for how credits can be applied within your particular degree program.

Eligibility 
The Cooperative Education Program is for undergraduate students in their sophomore, junior, and senior years of study. To apply for admission to the Cooperative Education Program, students must have a minimum of 2.0 cumulative average, declared major, and approval from the department chairperson.

If you do not qualify for the Co-op Ed Program, we still encourage you to participate in a non-credited internship. Whether or not you receive the credits, an internship can provide you with the real world experience that employers are seeking. These opportunities can also help you to grow your professional network while potentially getting compensated as well!

How to Apply Contact Sarah McGough, Internship & Postgraduate Outcomes Coordinator for information about how to get started: smcgough@njcu.edu.

Employers are invited to come to the NJCU campus (or visit via Zoom) to introduce their organization and the internship, part-time, and/or full-time job opportunities. Employer Info Sessions are also a great opportunity to meet with and engage with our talented and driven students.

Are you looking for a convenient and cost-effective way to recruit candidates for your open internship/job roles? Our staff can coordinate the promotion of your organization’s internship/job opportunities and work with you to schedule on-campus interviews with a talented pool of candidates. We can also coordinate virtual interview days.

We invite local professionals/employers to lead discussions/workshops on a variety of different topics for our students. These sessions typically fall under at least one of the following categories: industry information; general professional development topics; and soft skills training.

GradLeaders is our Career Services Management database where you can post internship/job opportunities and recruit from our pool of qualified undergraduate, graduate, and alumni network.

To create a profile and post opportunities, please visit: www.njcu.edu/gradleaders and also check out the Step-by-Step Employer Guide for using GradLeaders.

For more information about how to engage with NJCU students, Contact Sarah McGough, Internship & Postgraduate Outcomes Coordinator: smcgough@njcu.edu.