Wednesday, August 20, 2025

Exciting NIU Career Services Updates for Fall 2025

 NEW this fall – Career Success ClinicOn Tuesday, Sept. 16, we are launching our first-ever Career Success Clinic! Employers and alumni will be on campus to review resumes, LinkedIn profiles, and cover letters while offering real-time advice. This is a fantastic way for students to prepare for the semester ahead. Please encourage your students to join us. More details can be found HERE.

What’s New & Important for Fall 2025:

  • Advising Appointments in Huskies Get Hired (Symplicity): All student appointments are now scheduled in Huskies Get Hired, where they can also explore career fairs, internships, and job postings. Helping students get comfortable with this system will set them up for success. (Advisors, please see helpful PDF attached).
  • Resume Reviews through Drop-In Services: Students can now meet one-on-one with a Career Peer Coach at our new Student Hub. They’ll also gain hands-on experience with Quinncia, our new AI-powered career readiness platform offering personalized feedback on resumes, LinkedIn profiles, and interview skills. We are thrilled to bring this innovative tool to campus!
  • Huskie Career Launchpad (Digital Badging): Students can build and showcase their skills through digital badges that highlight their career readiness. These badges can be added to LinkedIn and shared with future employers, a powerful way for Huskies to stand out in a competitive job market.
  • Forage Virtual Job SimulationsForage offers free, online simulations designed by leading employers. Students can explore career paths, build real-world skills, and strengthen their resumes, all at their own pace. It’s an excellent way to bring classroom learning to life.