
Lauren Kolkmeier
Career Development Specialist
Marian University
Marian University
Career Development Specialist
I discuss and provide opportunities for college students to explore, identify and implement their career aspirations.
I spend the majority of my day meeting with students virtually or in person to discuss resumes, cover letters, personal statements, graduate school, internship searches and career exploration. A part of my day is dedicated to scheduling various companies and organizations to come on campus to recruit. I also participate in a couple of committees on campus as well as a Consortium of other Indiana colleges and universities, so I take part in meetings and tasks for those. Every day is different.
Here's the first step for college students
NETWORK. Get on LinkedIn, contact friends, family, and talk to the people you encounter on a daily basis. Try to gain some professional experience. Consult your college or university's career development office.
"Why spend the money and do the work to get a graduate degree when your return on investment will be so minimal? What is higher ed and student affairs? Higher education is broken. You should stay in HR, it's more money and more job security."