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Please spend less than five minutes completing the UW-Madison First Destination Survey, which asks about your post-graduation plans. Whether you are seeking a job, heading to graduate school, have already accepted a position, or planning something else entirely, this survey is for everyone. If you are unsure of your plans, fill out the survey now and update your response as things change. Your individual information will not be shared publicly – we will use aggregate responses to help improve the future resources and opportunities available to students.
Welcome to the School of Education Career Center
Are you preparing to land your dream job? Are you looking to explore the many career pathways available to you as a School of Education student? Are you eager to connect with alumni or professionals in your field about internships and meaningful applied experiences? The School of Education Career Center is here to support you across your personal, professional, and career journeys during your time as a student and as you enter the workplace.
Check out our Resources for the Arts, Health, & Education
The specialized resources below can help you explore different careers! Take a look through them to learn about:
- Building connections with colleagues, mentors, and industry experts.
- Exploring residencies, freelance projects, and exhibitions, as well as networking with artists and performers.
- Securing an internship to help you explore career interests, enhance your resume, and make informed decisions about future career paths.
- Exclusive Career Center resources that can help you explore career pathways in education and prepare for the job search process.
- Internships
- Resources for Careers in the Arts
- Resources for Health Careers
- Resources for Education Careers
Internships can be a great way to gain experience in a field that you are interested in pursuing as a career. Apply knowledge gained in the classroom to a professional work setting connected to your major or career interests. Internships can be completed in the summer or during a fall or spring semester. They can be full-time or part-time, remote or in person.
Building experience in the art world starts with exploring internships, residencies, freelance projects, and exhibition opportunities. Networking with artists and performers, and joining professional organizations can connect you with valuable opportunities. Seeking mentorship and community engagement can also open doors to hands-on experience and career growth.
In fields like kinesiology, rehabilitation psychology, and health promotion/health equity, networking is vital. Building connections with colleagues, mentors, and industry experts can open doors to career opportunities, research collaborations, and practical insights. Professional organizations provide access to job boards, conferences, and workshops tailored to your field.
The School of Education’s Career Center offers specialized resources to support future educators in building successful careers. Whether you’re preparing for student teaching or securing your first full-time role, the Career Center is here to help you navigate every step of your professional journey. Check out our exclusive resources to help you explore career pathways in education and prepare for the job search process.
Join our LinkedIn group: ConnectED Badgers
Want to stay connected with the School of Education after graduation? Join our LinkedIn community today to connect with fellow alumni and current students, learn about career and engagement opportunities across the arts, education and health, and to engage in dialogue on emerging topics.
Featured Resources
Internships 101
Internships give students the opportunity to gain valuable applied experience, explore careers and make connections in professional fields. If you’re not sure how to get started with an internship, enroll in our online Canvas course for more information.
Career Center S.T.E.P. (Student Teacher Employment Preparation)
Have questions about the teaching job search process? Join the new S.T.E.P. Canvas course to access modules on resumes, cover letters, job searching, interviewing, and more.
Exploring Careers in Education
Interested in a career in education? Whether you're considering becoming a teacher, policy advocate, or researcher, the Careers in Education Canvas module is the perfect place to start. Dive into eight different pathways, discover career options, and find the resources to plan your next steps.
Hire a School of Education Badger
We work with organizations that span our diverse portfolio of programs. Learn about recruitment opportunities, on-campus events and ways to connect with School of Ed Badgers.
Get ConnectED
Join our LinkedIn Career Community to hear from alumni, stay in touch with faculty or view job postings and industry news relevant to your School of Education program. Need help creating a LinkedIn profile? Check out our 5 Tips to a Better LinkedIn Account to build or update your profile.