Visit us and see why Siena is ranked #1 in New York for getting a job.
From the moment you step onto campus, The MacDonnell Career and Internship Center (TMCIC) becomes your go-to resource for turning your passions into opportunities. Our team of dedicated career advisors works with you one-on-one to explore your interests, craft standout resumes, and build interview skills. We’re not just helping you find jobs — we’re helping you find your purpose. There's a reason Siena is ranked #1 in New York for getting a job after college!
Your roadmap to career success starts here! Our Career Guide is your go-to resource for navigating internships, job searches, and everything in between — filled with expert tips, insider tricks, and step-by-step guidance to help you transition from college to career with confidence. Download below or stop by the TMCIC to grab your copy and get started!
Handshake puts everything in one place for our students — it connects you with internships, part-time gigs, and full-time jobs from top employers who want to hire students like you. Plus, it’s packed with career events, networking opportunities, and insider tips to help you land your dream job!
Handshake is also where students schedule a variety of career-readiness appointments!
You've come to the right place for mastering professional writing and building a standout resume. Our career advisors provide one-on-one guidance to help you craft clear, compelling resumes and cover letters that showcase your strengths. Whether you need help structuring your experiences, choosing the right words, or tailoring your application for a specific job or internship, we’re here to support you. We also offer workshops, resume reviews, and expert tips to ensure your professional documents make a lasting impression.
SaintsNetwork is our newest platform and is for our Siena community! Navigate your professional life with the support of your peers, alumni, and the network here on campus. SaintsNetwork puts connections at the center of the experience, allowing users to build meaningful relationships that create future opportunities. The comprehensive career resources allow you to explore different pathways based on industry, job function, skills, personality traits, compensation, and even see who in the Siena community can give you firsthand insights.
GoinGlobal is your go-to tool for finding jobs and internships abroad or in a new city—all free for Siena students! Whether you're exploring global opportunities or planning a big move, this platform has the resources to get you started. Just a heads-up—you’ll need to be on Siena’s campus to access it!
Career readiness competencies are the key skills employers look for—like communication, teamwork, and critical thinking—that help you crush it in any job. Think of them as your career superpowers, making you stand out in applications, interviews, and the workplace. The best part? You’re building these skills every day, and we’re here to help you sharpen them!
Proactively develop oneself and one's career through continual personal and professional learning, awareness and one's strengths and weaknesses, navigation of career opportunities, and network to build relationships within and without one's organization.
Identify and respond to needs based upon an understanding of situational context and logical analysis of relevant information.
Knowing work environments differ greatly, understand and demonstrate effective work havits, and act in the interest of the larger community and workplace.
Recognize and capitalize on personal and team strengths to achieve organizational goals.
Clearly and effectively exchange information, ideas, facts, and perspectives with persons inside and outside of an organization.
Understand and leverage technologies ethically to enhance efficiencies, complete tasks, and accomplish goals.
Build and maintain collaborative relationships to work effectively toward common goals, while appreciating diverse viewpoints and shared responsibilities.
Demonstrate the awareness, attitude, knowledge, and skills required to equitably engage and include people from different local and global cultures. Engage in anti-racist practices that actively challenge the systems, structures, and policies of racism.
The incredible support from Trustee Jan '83 and Russell MacDonnell has helped us bring in top-notch technology to better support Siena students and alumni on their career journeys.
