Partnerships and Career Outreach

We partner with employers, faculty, staff, and alumni to connect College of Liberal Arts students with meaningful career opportunities and resources.
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For Employers

At the College of Liberal Arts, we specialize in connecting you with the best and brightest Boilermakers. We are always looking to build relationships for internship, mentorship, or job opportunities.

To start the conversation, email Sarah McCord, Assistant Director of Career Services for the College of Liberal Arts.

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For Faculty & Staff

Let’s plan ways to bring career readiness directly into your classroom! Our team offers customized classroom and student organization presentations designed to help students connect their Liberal Arts education to future career goals.

Presentation topics include:

  • Resume and cover letter writing
  • Building a professional LinkedIn profile
  • Networking and elevator pitch skills
  • Interview preparation and professionalism
  • Exploring career paths with a Liberal Arts degree
  • Personal branding and professional communication

Whether you’d like a 15-minute overview or a full class workshop, we’ll collaborate with you to meet your learning objectives.

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For Alumni

Are you a proud Purdue CLA alum looking to stay connected? We’d love to hear from you and to inspire the next generation of Boilermakers together.

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Purdue Ties is our online networking platform where alumni and students connect, share career insights, and build meaningful professional relationships.

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Share Your Story

Did CLA Career Services make a positive impact on your journey? We’d love to hear your success story!

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Get in Touch

Whether you’d like to mentor current students, collaborate on career initiatives or just reconnect, fill out our CLA alumni survey.

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