Career Communities
Career Communities are designed to help students both learn about potential paths within a given field or sector and acquire the specialized knowledge, skills and experiences that employers in that sector are looking for today. Along with Dickinson’s liberal-arts education, this gives students a distinct edge.
As soon as you activate your account, choose which Career Communities you would like to explore and join. Each community is based around industries and offers unique content, such as:
- Advice from a career pathway advisor specialized in certain industries
- Industry information and resources
- Connections with alumni networks
- Information about internship and full-time job opportunities
Not quite sure what career is right for you? Not a problem—Join our Career Explorer Community or explore multiple Career Communities if you are interested in more than one area and attend events across industries—you’ll develop a great network for future opportunities and learn about the career paths available to you as a Dickinson graduate!
Arts, Media & Communications
The Arts, Media & Communications career community empowers students pursuing creative and expressive careers in fields such as visual and performing arts, journalism, film, design, marketing, and public relations, offering resources and connections to help them thrive in these dynamic industries.
- Career Pathway Advisor: Jonathan Lopes, lopesj@dickinson.edu
Business
The Business career community guides students interested in careers across industries such as finance, marketing, management, entrepreneurship, and consulting, offering resources and connections to develop their professional skills and achieve success in the business world.
- Career Pathway Advisor: Jamie Guilford, guilfordj@dickinson.edu
- Career Pathway Advisor: Jonathan Lopes, lopesj@dickinson.edu
Career Exploration
The Career Explorer community supports students who are still exploring their interests, providing resources, tools, and guidance to help them discover potential career paths and align their skills and passions with professional opportunities.
- Career Pathway Advisor: Jennifer Clough, cloughj@dickinson.edu
Data, Tech & Engineering
The Data, Technology & Engineering career community supports students pursuing careers in fields such as data science, software development, information technology, and engineering, offering resources and opportunities to innovate and solve complex problems through technical expertise.
- Career Pathway Advisor: Andrea Lazarus, lazarusa@dickinson.edu
Environment, Natural Resources & Sustainability
The Environment, Natural Resources & Sustainability career community supports students passionate about conservation, resource management, and sustainable development, offering resources and opportunities to build impactful careers that promote environmental stewardship and balance with the natural world.
- Career Pathway Advisor: Annie Kondas, kondasa@dickinson.edu
Health, Wellness & Human Services
The Health, Wellness & Human Services career community supports students interested in healthcare, public health, counseling, and social services, providing resources and opportunities to build meaningful careers focused on improving individual and community well-being.
- Career Pathway Advisor: Debi Swarner, swarnerd@dickinson.edu
Life Science & Scientific Research
The Life Science & Scientific Research career community supports students exploring careers in biological sciences, laboratory research, healthcare, biotechnology, and environmental science, providing resources and opportunities to advance knowledge and innovation in these fields.
- Career Pathway Advisor: Debi Swarner, swarnerd@dickinson.edu
Nonprofit, Education & Social Impact
The Nonprofit, Education & Social Impact career community supports students passionate about driving change through careers in teaching, nonprofit leadership, community organizing, and advocacy, offering resources to help them create meaningful contributions to society.
- Career Pathway Advisor: Laura Kilko, kilkol@dickinson.edu
Policy, Law & Government
The Policy, Law & Government career community supports students interested in careers in public service, legal professions, advocacy, and government roles, providing guidance and resources to navigate these fields.
- Career Pathway Advisor: Laura Kilko, kilkol@dickinson.edu
Dickinson’s Pre-Professional Program Advisors
In addition to our career communities, we offer two pre-professional programs in Pre-Health and Pre-Law, providing specialized guidance and resources for students pursuing careers in healthcare and law.
- Pre-Law Program Advisor: Laura Kilko, kilkol@dickinson.edu
- Pre-Health Program Advisor: Debi Swarner, swarnerd@dickinson.edu