Career Center

The Career Center at UNC Pembroke supports students and alumni in connecting with employers, building essential skills and navigating today’s evolving job market. Through guidance in career planning, internship and job searches, experiential learning and building your portfolio, we help you take meaningful steps toward your professional goals.

Make an appointment today with one of our Career Advisors for a resume review, mock interview, help applying to Grad school or any of our Career Center services. We are open Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Simply sign up for an account on Handshake and log in.

Schedule An Appointment

UNCP student shaking hands at a job fair

We provide personalized support to help you identify your ideal career path and develop effective strategies for success. With partnerships across campus and the community, we create opportunities to explore majors, meet industry demands and transition into fulfilling careers.

Career Advising

Take the next step in your journey by scheduling a one-on-one appointment with a career advisor. Get personalized guidance and career assessments to explore majors and paths and access valuable resources to help you plan and succeed. To schedule an appointment with one of our career advisors, log in to Handshake.

Jake Piccirilli (left), student intern, with team at Enterprise

Jobs and Internships

Internships offer valuable, real-world experience that enhances classroom learning and strengthens your career prospects. Use Handshake to explore job and internship opportunities at UNC Pembroke and connect with top employers.

Student & Alumni Resources

We are committed to supporting the career advancement of our BraveNation students and alumni. Whether you're just starting your job search, looking for networking opportunities or seeking career advice, we are here to provide various resources to help.

Faculty and Staff

As an instructor or staff member at UNC Pembroke, you play a key role in shaping students’ careers. Our faculty toolkit provides you with valuable resources to integrate career development into your courses and help guide your students in their professional growth.

Career Fairs

UNCP’s Career Center offers a variety of career fairs tailored to meet the needs of students and alumni. From on-campus to virtual events, our fairs connect attendees with renowned companies, non-profits, graduate and professional schools and government agencies, providing valuable networking opportunities.

students talk with a employer at a UNCP career fair

students talk with a employer at a UNCP career fair

Check the Calendar

Student speaking with recruiter during UNC Pembroke career fair.

Recruit BraveNation

You can recruit from the most diverse university in the Southeast as an employer. Contact us to learn more about UNC Pembroke and how to showcase your organization to our talented students and alumni.

an employer speaks to a female UNCP student at a job fair

an employer speaks to a female UNCP student at a job fair

Information For Employers

Student speaking with recruiters from U.S. Department of State

Dress to Impress

Career Closet

The Career Closet provides UNC Pembroke students with free, gently used professional attire to help you feel confident and prepared for any opportunity — whether it’s a job interview, career fair, internship, or your first day in the workplace. From full outfits to the perfect finishing touches, the Career Closet ensures you have access to the clothing you need to make a strong impression — no questions asked.

Students are welcome to browse a variety of styles and sizes, all donated by faculty, staff, alumni and community members who believe in supporting BraveNation. Visit us in the James B. Chavis Student Center during regular hours and see how the right look can give you the confidence to shine.