Career Services for Students

Career Services is located at Thayer on the West End of campus in MacLean (ESC), room 113. We are here to provide you with customized guidance to empower you to meet your career goals and gain confidence in your decisions.

We connect each of you with the right tools and resources to support your journey. Whether through on-campus recruiting, career fairs, treks, or networking with employers and alumni, we are here to support you, every step of the way.

Student Testimonials

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"Thayer Career Services has been a spectacular resource throughout my Dartmouth career. The entire team has been reassuring and supported my journey. I have the deepest gratitude for the work of TCS."

—Ericka Tomayo-Guevara D'24 Th'24

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"Thayer Career Services was instrumental in shaping my professional journey. From undergraduate through my graduate studies, I received personalized coaching, job search strategies, and networking resources. The team was always welcoming and thoughtful every step of the way."

—Sandile Dube D'19 Th'20 MEM'25

Connect with Us

Handshake

Handshake is the platform used for students and alumni to schedule appointments, search for jobs and internships, and view events. Students must be enrolled in classes to log in to their Handshake account. Please wait about 24 hours after enrolling before logging in. If you are not yet enrolled in classes, please do not attempt to create a Handshake account. If you have questions, please contact our office at engineering.career.services@dartmouth.edu.

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Dartmouth Engineering Career Services Weekly Newsletter

Stay connected with Dartmouth Engineering Career Services! Our weekly newsletter brings you handpicked job opportunities from alumni, along with career tips and insights to help you grow professionally.

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Thayer School of Engineering at Dartmouth LinkedIn Group

Expand your professional network by joining our LinkedIn Group. This allows you to closely connect with alumni and see opportunities posted specifically for Thayer students and alumni.

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On-Campus & Virtual Events

Students visit employer tables to learn about potential jobs.

Take Advantage of Career Events

Tap into dozens of relevant events happening daily hosted by our career centers and more.

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Thayer Career Services is here to help with the different stages of your professional development. View the sections below to see what resources are available on Handshake.

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  • Explore & Self Assess

    Thayer Career Services offers customized guidance to all of our students. You can explore your career options by meeting with a career coach.

  • Prepare

    In the Handshakes Career Center Resources Library, you can view customized guides to help you learn about preparing a resume and cover letter, as well as interviewing and offer negotiation.

    • Resumes & Cover Letters
    • Interviewing
    • Offer Negotiation
    • Portfolio website or PowerPoint pdf that provides examples of your work and projects that highlight your skills, achievements, and intellect.

    Thayer Career Services also provides a zero-cost 'Career Closet' in our office located in MacLean M113. All donated business clothing came from staff & faculty, so take what you like and feel free to keep it!

  • Find Opportunities

    Learn strategies for securing internships and full-time roles. With resources such as Handshake and LinkedIn, Thayer Career Services will support you through the process.

  • Connect & Network

    Networking and connecting with others is an important part of the job and internship search. Visit our resources to learn more about expanding your network.

    Portfolio

    A portfolio is typically a website that you create, or a PowerPoint (converted into a .pdf) that provides examples of your work and projects. The best portfolio effortlessly highlights your skills, achievements, and intellect.

    Example Portfolios
    Sean Hammett
    William Jewett
    Grace Qu

    Speak to your career advisor for advice on how to create your unique portfolio!

    Network

    Networking is one of the best methods to supplement your internship or job search. If you do it right, you’ll optimize your chances of landing an ideal job and expand your professional friends along the way. Dartmouth has a fantastic alumni network available to you through Dartmouth Connect.

    Check out Thayer’s Networking Guidelines in the Handshake Resource Library!

    LinkedIn

    LinkedIn is one of the main platforms used to network and find opportunities. Learn how to build your profile and network.

    Check out Thayer’s LinkedIn guidelines and connect with Thayer LinkedIn Groups.


    Professional Associations

    Review and join professional organizations that can help you expand your network and learn more about your field.

  • Get Help Applying to Grad School

    Making the decision to go to graduate school is one that takes time and careful planning. No matter where you are in the process, use this site to find information, advice, tips, and resources.

  • Apply for Fellowships & Funding

    View the Graduate Fellowships & Scholarships spreadsheet we assembled to search and sort a comprehensive list of scholarships and fellowships for all fields of study, including Dartmouth-specific awards.

  • Get Support as an International Student

    The job search takes significant time and effort. We understand that international students face unique challenges and we’re here to support you through each step. To get started, schedule an appointment with Keriann K. Niles, Associate Director of Dartmouth’s Office of Visa and Immigration Services. You can learn about the best resources, tools, and strategies to ensure you are set up for success in the United States.

Contact

Rm. 113, MacLean (ESC)
engineering.career.services@dartmouth.edu
+1 (603) 646-0630