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Career Services

Get ready to have fun while learning how to budget! The Northern Money Games are happening on Friday, February 7th from 6 PM to 8 PM in McClintock 106! This interactive team-based game puts you in control of a budget as you and your team aim for the highest Net Worth, Credit Score, and Quality of Life. You'll need to bring your laptop to play.

Here’s why you should join:
Fun & Educational: The most exciting way to learn budgeting, perfect for beginners!
Lighthearted Competition: Bring a team of 2-4 players or come solo and be matched with others to make new friends.
Win Prizes: Each member of the top 3 overall teams will win a $25 gift card!

DON'T FORGET TO BRING YOUR LAPTOP

Visit the Hub event posting for more information and to RSVP.  https://thehub.nmu.edu/careers/rsvp_boot?id=2262811

Testimonials from last semester's event: 

"This event was so fun! I highly recommend doing this every semester or every year. It was such a great event to learn more about budgeting and also just a great team building event. This has definitely been my favorite event I have attended over the past three years at Northern." - Mackenzie Anderson

"The game was quite fun! I'd recommend this to others in the future, especially if the game continues to get innovated and refined." - Elijah Croschere

"Super fun. So unfortunate we didn't win!" - Jack Belcher

"So much fun and so well thought out and put together. This is not what I was expecting, exceeded my expectations!" -Grace Teetzel

Career Services

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Resumes

Upload your resume into Handshake to automatically populate your profile.

Tips on creating and editing your resume. Remember to keep your resume current. 

Free resume printing (up to 10 copies) on resume paper – stop in (3302.3 C.B. Hedgcock) or email your resume and preferred pick-up time to careers@nmu.edu. 

Appointments

Get your resume/cover letter reviewed, help with interviews, CliftonStrengths assessment and more - request an appointment in Handshake, call us at (906) 227-2800 or chat with us.

Upcoming Semester Job Fairs

            Virtual Biology Career Fair – Thursday, February 6, 10 a.m.-2 p.m.

            Engineering Technology & Manufacturing Career Fair – Thursday, February 13, 1-4 p.m.  

            Winter Semester Job Fair – Wednesday, February 26, 1-4 p.m. 

Employer Visits

Employers often come to campus or host virtual information sessions, information tables, and interviews. See virtual events in Handshake (Events > Medium: Virtual) and in-person events here.

Career Resources

Our website lists a variety of career resources.

Career Services

Keep up-to-date with Career Services on social media! 

Instagram: @nmucareerservices

Facebook: @CareerServicesNMU

LinkedIn: @NorthernMichiganUniversityCareerServices

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Pinterest: @NMUCareerServic

YouTube: NMU Careers

TikTok: @nmucareers

Career Services

The Winter Semester Job Fair is an opportunity for companies and organizations to discuss full-time jobs, part-time jobs, summer employment and internships with all majors.  There is no cost for students and alumni to attend this event. You do not need to register to attend this event.

Career Services

Get your FREE professional headshot - every Friday! 
Upcoming dates: January 17, 24 & 31

Please set up your 15-minute appointment at least 24 hours before the event in Handshake:
https://app.joinhandshake.com/stu/appointments

Career Services

Join us for the Winter Semester Job Fair Tabling event! Refreshments will be available, and you can learn more about the upcoming Winter Semester Job Fair! How should you prepare? Who will be there? 

The Winter Semester Job Fair is an opportunity for companies and organizations to discuss full-time jobs, part-time jobs, summer employment, and internships with all majors.  There is no cost for students and alumni to attend this event.

Career Services

The Winter Semester Job Fair is an opportunity for companies and organizations to discuss full-time jobs, part-time jobs, summer employment, and internships with all majors.  There is no cost for students and alumni to attend this event. We encourage students and alumni to register for this event, but it is not required.

Free professional headshots will be available during the Fair. 
Free resume printing will be available in the Career Services Office.

Career Services

Join us for the second annual Engineering Technology & Manufacturing Career Fair! This focused recruiting event is tailored for students pursuing engineering technology, manufacturing, and related majors. It's a great opportunity to connect students and alumni who are eager to explore rewarding and challenging careers in these dynamic fields.

Career Services

Get your FREE professional headshot - every Friday! 
Upcoming date: December 6

Please set up your 15-minute appointment at least 24 hours before the event in Handshake:
https://app.joinhandshake.com/stu/appointments

Career Services

The Virtual Biology Career Fair offers companies and organizations an opportunity to connect with students, showcasing opportunities in biology-related jobs, internships, and career paths. Areas of focus include sustainable energy, government environmental and health roles, healthcare technology, scientific data management, natural resources, ecotourism, and more. This event is free for employers, students, and alumni to attend.