On this week’s CS Radio, Michael asks Natty about what “hot topics” he’s been hearing in student appointments, and both reflect on what the Career Services staff have been discussing around the office. Topics covered include early recruiting, GRIP applications, …

Edwin Lapp, COL ’28, Philadelphia, PA

This summer, thanks to the support I received from UPenn’s Career Services, I’ve had the opportunity to work full time at the Nationalities Service Center (NSC) here in Philadelphia as part of their Youth …

Penn Career Services is excited to announce the 2026 PhD Career Exploration Fellowship (CEF) – a unique opportunity for doctoral students to explore diverse career pathways outside of academia. This program allows you to receive one-on-one mentorship from advanced-degree professionals working in industry, non-profits, and other sectors, providing valuable networking opportunities to help you …

Starting a new job is a big decision — the environment you join can shape your motivation, stress levels, and overall well-being. That’s why it’s crucial to understand a company’s culture before saying yes to an offer. While employers often highlight …

Michael and Natty welcome College senior Mtab Habib, one of our Peer Career Advisors, about her experiences as a first gen student.

Mtab Habib (she/her/hers) is currently a senior in the College of Arts and Sciences studying Health and Societies, …

Kehinde Adeaga, COL ’26, Trenton, NJ

This summer has been an informative one career wise. As a rising senior, I have come to a point in time where I need to seriously think about what to do next. At the …

As the leaves change color across Penn’s campus, we are reminded that change is a natural and important part of growth. Fall is not only a time to enjoy the crisp air and golden views, but also an opportunity to …

This week, we’re honored to interview College of Arts & Sciences alumna Randi Michel about her career journey. From Penn undergrad to the mail room to becoming a top manager-producer and then back to Penn again as a lecturer, Randi …

Claire Moraña, COL ’27, Bicol, Philippines

This summer, I had the wonderful opportunity to intern with the Equity Capital Markets (ECM) team at the investment banking arm of one of the Philippines’ largest banks. Over the course of the internship, …

Did you know? The number of first-generation and limited-income (FGLI) students at Penn has increased by 45% since 2018! Today, nearly 1 in 4 Penn students identifies as FGLI. They’re involved in every facet of campus life, represent every school …