The Robert R. McComsey Career Development Center

Welcome to the Career Development Center at Alfred University. We are located in the historic Alumni Hall. Our mission and values honor Abigail Allen, friend and mentor to generations of students, strong supporter of co-education and wife of Alfred University’s second president. Please explore the many services we provide students, alumni, parents, faculty and employers.

Why Work With The CDC?

Services for Students

The Career Development Center provides you a warm, supportive atmosphere where your future goals are our number one priority. Whether you're ready to start your job search now, or not quite sure where to go from here, we can help.

Info for students

Services for Employers

Employers say our students are experienced, well-rounded, and knowledgeable about their field. Forward thinkers. Problem solvers. An AU education gives them a foundation for success and YOU the perfect job candidate.

Services for Employers

Approachable Staff

The Career Development Center staff is incredibly knowledgeable, friendly, and supportive. By working with us, you will benefit from our many years of forging strong, personal relationships with leaders from myriad industries.

Thanks to our Employer Sponsors/Partners

The staff of the Career Development Center would like to express our gratitude to these and all employers that have joined us in our pursuit of providing the highest level of support to students entering the work force following graduation from Alfred University. Without them, the CDC would not be able to achieve our Mission.

Become a Sponsor

Career Fairs

The Career Development Center organizes two large career fairs and one small fair every year, including the Fall Career Fair, the Spring Career Fair and the On Campus Job Fair.

Information on Career Fairs

Services For Students

If you've been asking yourself, "What do I want to do with my life?" or "What can I do with my major?" you've come to the right place. We'll help you address these and the many other questions students have about their future while attending college.

Services for Students

Services for Employers

Many employers say Alfred students are well rounded individuals, experienced and knowledgeable about their field. They are forward thinkers and problem solvers. An Alfred University education gives them a foundation for success and you the perfect job candidate.

Services for Employers Employer Advisory Board

APEX (Applied Experiential Learning)

Transform a good education into an extraordinary education! Juniors and Seniors can apply for funding to engage in work experience and study/research opportunities to enhance their career decision-making, increase their opportunities after graduation and inspire them to find their passions in life. Learn more about APEX.

Learn More About APEX

Parents, Families & Outcomes

We provide a wide variety of services and programs to help students find their professional purpose and meaningful work. Parents and families can assist us with this goal through strategic networking, mentoring and more.

Additional CDC Offerings

Service Learning

The goal of the Gary Horowitz Service Learning Program is to foster an environment of social responsibility and community engagement, and...

Expert In Residence

Alfred University's Expert-in-Residence program enables students to schedule one-on-one appointments with a variety of industry...

Cheryl's Closet

Supporting and empowering students by offering them a closet stocked full of business attire for use on interviews and other engagements free of charge.

Alumni Services

The Career Development Center regularly partners with members of the Alfred University Alumni Community to provide our students career insights post-graduation.

Student Stories

Here My Friends Are More Like Family

"To me, Alfred University is a place where I can grow not only as a student, but as a person. Here my friends are more like family and Alfred Univer..."

APEX: Becoming a Business Leader

"I chose Alfred University because it felt like a second home; I was wanted every time I stepped outside. The people of this community who have made..."

Getting Lost in the Woods

"I would get lost in the woods to find myself."

APEX: Biology & Chemistry Research

"Before starting this [APEX] experience, I knew I wanted to be a veterinarian but was unsure of what path I would follow within the profession. Perf..."

Faculty / Staff

Jessica Doner

Director of Career Development Center

Career Development Center

Madelynn Cullings

Assistant Director of Career Development Center

Career Development Center

Events

Career fairs, mock interview weeks, etiquette dinners, community service days, resume critiques... There's always something going on at the Career Development Center.

All Alfred Events

No upcoming events are set to take place at this time. Take a look at all events for more.

More About the CDC

Mission

The Alfred University Career Development Center empowers students and alumni to find their professional purpose and meaningful work through informed decision-making, practical experience, and connection to the global community.

Values

We express our core value of professionalism through expertise, responsibility, empathy, and balance.

Expertise encompasses our knowledge, skills and resources; expertise promotes positive connections with our stakeholders.
Responsibility is reflected in our high level of dependability, integrity, and ethics; responsibility ensures the reliable delivery of services.
Empathy is demonstrated through our approachability, attentiveness, and availability; empathy allows for individualized service to our diverse population.
Balance is expressed in both our work and personal lives; balance supports our students and alumni to find fulfillment in their chosen paths.

Career Fairs

For the latest news about internships, co-op opportunities, APEX grants, career fairs, resume critiques, mock interviews and so much more, follow our official social media accounts!

We'll Help You Find the Answers

Jessica Doner

Director of Career Development Center
Career Development Center

The Robert R. McComsey Career Development Center

Additional CDC Offerings

Student Stories

Here My Friends Are More Like Family

APEX: Becoming a Business Leader

Getting Lost in the Woods

APEX: Biology & Chemistry Research

More About the CDC

Mission

Values

Career Fairs

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