Overview & Events
Career Services is committed to providing all聽Aspen students and alumni with the information, resources, and tools needed to help you feel confident taking next steps as you navigate your career and professional development journey. Career Services appointments are offered virtually Monday-Friday during standard business hours to all students and alumni at no cost.
We are currently expanding our Alumni and Career Services to assist 糖心logo students and alumni further their career goals. For updates on new Career Services offerings, check this site and Aspen鈥檚 Altitude blog.
糖心logo Career Services can currently support you with the following:
- 1:1 Career Coaching
- Resume, CV, Cover Letter Proofreading
- Resources for job searching, building a resume, interviewing, and more
- Networking Opportunities
UPCOMING EVENTS
Dissertation Writing Cafe
AU Doctoral Community
Looking for a focused, supportive space to work on your dissertation? Join fellow Aspen students in the Writing Caf茅 鈥攁 virtual study hall where Doctoral Candidates can write in community, stay productive, and connect while working to complete milestones.
Sessions are held weekly, Sunday-Thursday, and are structured Pomodoro-style, comprised of 50 minutes of focused work + 10-minute breaks. Sessions include an on-screen timer to keep track, the ability to come and go as needed, flexibility for your camera to be on or off鈥攜our choice, and connections with peers during breaks.
JUN
16
LinkedIn Optimization for Job Seekers
AU Career Services
Learn how to transform your LinkedIn profile into a recruiter-attracting career brand. This session breaks down how to write a strong headline, craft a compelling 鈥淎bout鈥� section, and strategically showcase experience using keywords that align with your target roles. You鈥檒l also learn engagement strategies, networking tips, and common mistakes that limit visibility. Walk away with a clearer understanding of how to position yourself so recruiters can actually find鈥攁nd remember鈥攜ou.
AUG
05
Career Catfishing: How to Spot Fake Jobs, Scam Recruiters & AI-Generated Hiring Fraud
AU Career Services
Job scams are becoming more sophisticated, using AI-generated postings, fake recruiters, and misleading hiring processes. This session teaches you how to recognize warning signs in job ads, verify employer legitimacy, and protect your personal information during the job search. We鈥檒l break down real-world examples of 鈥渃areer catfishing鈥� and give you a step-by-step checklist for safely evaluating opportunities before you apply or engage.
AUG
20
Stop Winging It: How to Answer 鈥淭ell Me About Yourself鈥� Like a Pro
AU Career Services
If 鈥淭ell me about yourself鈥� makes you ramble or freeze, this session is for you. Learn a simple, repeatable framework to structure your answer with clarity, confidence, and intention. We鈥檒l cover how to connect your background to your career goals, highlight relevant experience, and avoid common pitfalls like oversharing or being too vague. You鈥檒l leave with a personalized template you can use in any interview setting.
SEP
10
The Hidden Job Market: How to Speed Up Your Job Search
AU Career Services
Not all jobs are posted publicly鈥攁nd the best opportunities are often filled through networking and referrals. This session shows you how to tap into the hidden job market using strategic outreach, informational interviews, and relationship-building techniques. You鈥檒l learn how to identify decision-makers, craft effective messages, and position yourself for opportunities before they鈥檙e ever advertised, helping you accelerate your job search with less competition.
OCT
13
Interview Psychology: What Hiring Managers Are Actually Evaluating
AU Career Services
Interviews are about more than just answering questions correctly. Hiring managers are evaluating communication style, problem-solving approach, cultural fit, confidence, and decision-making ability. This session pulls back the curtain on interview psychology so you understand what鈥檚 really being assessed. You鈥檒l learn how to interpret behavioral questions, structure stronger responses, and align your answers with what employers are subconsciously looking for.
OCT
28
Face Your Fears: Overcoming the Spookiest Parts of the Job Hunt
AU Career Services
A seasonal workshop that explores the 鈥渟pooky鈥� side of job searching鈥攆ear of rejection, ghosted applications, imposter syndrome, and career myths that hold candidates back. Using a fun Halloween theme, we鈥檒l unpack common job search anxieties and replace them with practical strategies for confidence and momentum.
NOV
16
How Algorithms Shape Your Career
AU Career Services
From resume screening systems to job recommendations and social media visibility, algorithms play a major role in shaping your career opportunities. This session breaks down how AI-driven systems evaluate candidates and how your digital footprint influences what you see鈥攁nd what recruiters see. You鈥檒l learn practical ways to optimize your resume, LinkedIn, and online presence so you can improve visibility and increase your chances of being discovered.
DEC
17
Running on Empty: Navigating Career Burnout Without Starting Over
AU Career Services
Feeling exhausted or disengaged doesn鈥檛 always mean you need a career reset. This session focuses on recognizing signs of burnout and rebuilding energy without making drastic changes. You鈥檒l learn strategies for setting boundaries, managing workload stress, and restoring motivation through small but meaningful adjustments. We鈥檒l also explore how to realign your goals and values so your work feels more sustainable and less overwhelming.
More workshops coming soon...
Check back soon for upcoming Workshops!