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The Yale Office of Career Strategy offers career advising, professional school advising, employment and internship opportunities, and career development resources. Our office works with students and alums of Yale College, Yale Graduate School of Arts and Sciences, and postdoctoral scholars to clarify career aspirations, identify employment and educational opportunities, and offer support at every stage of career development.

Yale students pursue many exciting and diverse careers after graduation. We invite you to visit our Yale College Outcomes: First Destination and Yale College Outcomes: Four Year Out to learn more about the choices of Yale students. Our team of highly experienced career advisors look forward to working with you to craft your summer and post graduate job search.

Considering Time Off or a Gap Year Before Starting Yale?

Some admitted students consider taking a year off or ‘gap year’ before starting college. The Office of Career Strategy only advises current Yale students, but our website is full of helpful public information. Students considering a gap year are encouraged to check out the following resources to assist in your search:

Career Explorer

This 30-minute exercise from Forage provides realistic scenarios that show how different skills are applied in real-world situations. Practice problem-solving, communication, teamwork, and decision-making to gain a better understanding of workplace expectations and the skills you can continue to develop.

By Lisa Blees
Lisa Blees Assistant Director, Programming & Internal Relations
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Sample LinkedIn Summaries

Current Yale Student
As a junior at Yale College, I have devoted my studies to Cognitive Science, and am seeking employment in the following areas: UX Design and Marketing. My internship in the Promotions Department within the headquarters of the …

By Robyn Acampora
Robyn Acampora Deputy Director, Office of Career Strategy
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Craft & Career – Asher Young ’17, artist, designer, producer, Challenge Your Imagination – Parts 1 & 2

The Craft & Career series connects with professional creatives from the arts, entertainment, and media industries, to discuss the nuances of their craft, the reality of their careers, and how, in often surprising ways, these two concerns can work together.
 

By Derek I. Webster
Derek I. Webster Director of Common Good & Creative Careers
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Resources

FourBlock bridges the divide between transitioning veterans and the business community

We are a nation-wide community of veterans and employers …

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The office is closed weekends, holidays, and recess days.