Cornerstone University Career Services is dedicated to guiding students through the process of finding meaningful work that provides fulfillment and opportunities to be bold, Christ-centered influencers in a variety of industries and ministries.
Employers are looking for degree recipients who demonstrate they have adaptable job skills, refined interpersonal skills, and are tenacious individuals who are trustworthy, hardworking, coachable, and ready to innovate in teams, which is why we partnered with Frontline Training Solutions, a nationally known job placement agency, to conduct research to see what employers are looking for and provide students with a workplace readiness roadmap.
Find out how we develop our graduates.
Interpersonal and intrapersonal skills
Cornerstone’s CU Promise provides intentional career preparation by preparing students to become industry professionals committed to ethical and moral decision-making.
CU LEAD Program
Learn. Engage. Master. Develop. Cornerstone students experience four years of intentional, Christ-centered leadership development to equip them with the practical skills they need to succeed in career, service and life. Throughout the journey, students receive leadership training aligned to their stage of development. Most importantly, CU LEAD is rooted in biblical leadership and character principles in the image and likeness of Jesus Christ.
Faculty Mentorship
As industry experts, our faculty do more than simply teach classes to students: They embody Christ-centered professionalism and intentionally connect with students to provide career advising, networking, professional conference participation, collaborative publishing, and internship supervision.
internship
Career Services staff assists students in placing and supervising internships while they search for local and national internship opportunities in their chosen career field. Because we understand the value of hands-on work experience, we require on-campus students to complete at least a one-semester internship.
Employer Profile
Check out some of the hundreds of companies where our graduates work.
BMO Financial Group Crowe LLP Gentex Corporation Grand Rapids Police Department Grand Rapids Public Schools Hope Network Howies Hockey Tape Keys for Kids Ministries Lake Michigan Credit Union Montana State University – Department of Ecology National Heritage Academy Northwestern Mutual – Anaheim OtterBase Pine Rest Christian Mental Health Services RDV Corporation Reach Records Spartan Nash Swoboda Inc. Tecton Inc. Thrivent University of Michigan Health West Wedgwood Christian Services
On-Campus Jobs for Students
Employers often tell us that “any work experience” will help them develop the personality and skills they’re looking for in their new hires. Cornerstone offers hundreds of on-campus work experience opportunities to current students. Our staff is committed to supporting student workers in developing strong skills and preparing for the transition to full-time professional experience after graduation.
Career Resources:
Career Assessment Tools
Cornerstone is committed to helping students explore their interests, goals and aptitudes as they choose their educational path and build their careers.
PathwayU: Students can identify potential career paths, continually hone their interests, develop resumes, write cover letters, and practice interview skills StrengthsFinder: Students identify existing strengths and personality traits and build interpersonal skills Working Genius: Students utilize Lencioni’s Working Genius model and assessment to understand their work talents and frustrations, maximize their potential, and find a job that matches their God-given work talents.
Career Preparation
Career Services has dedicated professionals serving students in the center, classrooms, and in the field. Students have access to numerous career-focused resources and services, including:
Career coaching Networking best practices and support Employer opportunities Internship planning
Job hunting guidance and preparation for graduate school
With the support of our staff and faculty, students will be prepared to tackle the job market after graduation through resources such as:
Career Fairs Resume and Cover Letter Review LinkedIn Profile Account Creation and Tips Professional Headshot Events Interview and Networking Workshops Internship Guidance Graduate School Application Tips and Recommendations
If you seek graduate-level education, Cornerstone students are prepared. Some of the institutions our graduates have attended to further their education include:
Boston University Central Michigan Medical School Dallas Theological Seminary Central Michigan Medical School Georgia State University Indiana University School of Law Indiana University/Purdue University Indianapolis Lincoln Memorial University, DeBusk College of Osteopathic Medicine Northern Arizona University University of Michigan University of Detroit Mercy Wayne State University Western Michigan University
Events and Programs
On-campus job fair On-campus seminary fair Missionary organization fair Summer leadership trip Pancakes with academic advising Sweet insights from professors Alumni panels and networking events
For Employers
Is your organization hiring? Cornerstone produces skilled, honest and outstanding professionals with exceptional character. The Career and Life Calling team looks forward to partnering with you to acquire the talent your organization needs.
inquiry
Kevin Hall
Vice President for Spiritual Formation and Christian Community
Helen Hale
Director of Career and Life Mission
Patricia Okoro
Career Services and Employment Relations Coordinator
careers@cornerstone.edu
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