Career Advising and Professional Engagement
Discover your path, build your skills — and launch a career that makes an impact.
The Career Advising and Professional Engagement Center is dedicated to helping students discover and achieve their professional goals. Our team of experienced advisors provides personalized guidance and valuable resources tailored to each step of your career journey.
Whether you’re exploring options, building your resume, practicing interview skills, or actively seeking internships and job opportunities, we’re here to support you. We offer one-on-one coaching, networking events, employer connections, and more to prepare you for a successful future.
When it’s time to secure an internship or job, we’ll help you develop strategies to stand out and connect you with employers and professional connections.
Guiding Your Path to Professional Success
The Career Advising and Professional Engagement Center empowers students on their career journeys.
We offer guidance and resources for:
- Career exploration and advising
- Internship and job search strategies
- Employer connections and networking
- Resume building and professional branding
Schedule a Career Advising Meeting
Start your career development journey by scheduling a meeting with our advising team using Navigate Student.
Get Started:
- Mobile- Download the Navigate Student app and log in with your NC State credentials.
- Web- Log in to the web-based version of the app at go.ncsu.edu/navigate-student.
- Check out the User Guide for step-by-step instructions on scheduling appointments with Navigate Student Mobile.
- Review the Overview for students prepared by the Division of Academic and Student Affairs.
Meet Your Career Support Team
Our team is ready to help you navigate your career path with confidence. Get in touch with our team.
Deanna Knighton
Director
919-515-1338
deanna.knighton@ncsu.edu
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Abigail Hickman
Student Intern
cnrcareerservices@ncsu.edu
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Madison Hebert
Student Intern
cnrcareerservices@ncsu.edu
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Visit Us
Our office is located in the Academic Affairs Office, Biltmore Hall, Suite 2018.
Career Resources
Career Resource Library
Our Career Resource Library has resources for jobs, internships, and events. Check each section for the latest information.
IInternship and Job Discovery
ePACK is NC State’s official platform for finding internships and jobs. Students can search and apply for opportunities through the online database, as well as register for events and connect with potential employers.
Stay Connected
Join the College of Natural Resources LinkedIn group and follow our LinkedIn page to stay informed about news, updates and networking opportunities.
