For Students

Building a Bridge to Your Future

Bridgewater College’s Center for Career Development has your back whether you are writing your first resume, negotiating your salary or at any career preparation stage in between.

We’re excited to offer you relevant and valuable career development information in the following areas:

• Developing a career path you can be passionate about
• Finding rewarding internship and/or experiential learning opportunities
• Building a professional network and meeting employers
• Learning effective job search skills
• Exploring and preparing for graduate school

Develop your career path

Events and Job Fairs

Working at the Intersection of Government and Business: Jared Chalk ’05

Chalk recently accepted a gubernatorial appointment to the Virginia Economic Development Partnership (VEDP)’s Committee on Business Development and Marketing.

Connections, Communications and a Community of Support: Stephen Howard ’12

Stephen Howard ’12 says he relies every day on the communication and networking skills he learned at Bridgewater.

Longtime Division I Athletic Director Got Start at Bridgewater College: Jeff Bourne ’81

“BC gave me an excellent education,” Jeff Bourne ’81 said. “It also gave me the foundation to grow and continue to learn throughout my lifetime.”

Special Care

Before she was named to the Association of Women Surgeons’ 40 Under 40 Outstanding Women Surgeons list in 2022, Micaela Weaver ’09 took what she…

A Lifetime of Music, Philanthropy and Connection: Judy Henneberger ’64 

From Bassett, Va., to the halls of Bridgewater College, Judy Nolen Henneberger’s journey is one of music, generosity and unwavering ties to her alma mater.

Questions?

For more helpful links, resume samples, interviewing tips, and more, visit our Resource Library or set up an appointment with one of our Career Center Staff.