Career Success Center
Working at Cornell isn’t just a job – it’s a big part of your life. We want to make sure our employees are happy, fulfilled, challenged – and working towards their individual career goals. Explore the career development programs below to help you create your ideal career.
Check out Upcoming Professional Development Workshops!
Opportunity Finders
Tools to explore your next move at Cornell, and how to get there.
Mentoring & Coaching
Personalized guidance to help build skills and advance your career goals.
Want a career consultation?
Reach out to us at Career Development Services
Make the Right Choice
What's the difference between coaching, mentoring, and career consulting?
Coaching
Helps you uncover your own answers and move forward through guided reflection and inquiry.
Examples:
- I want to build confidence and clarity, so I feel ready to take on a new project or apply for a higher-level role.
- I’d like to strengthen my leadership skills and become a more effective people leader.
- I want to improve how I respond to change and/or lead my team through change initiatives.
- I’m looking to deepen my self-awareness, understand how I show up under pressure, build executive presence, and identify blind spots.
Mentoring
Provides advice and guidance based on someone’s knowledge and lived experience.
Examples:
- I’ve started a new role and want a mentor to help me grow and succeed.
- I’m pivoting careers and would value guidance from someone in my target field.
- I’m in a leadership role and want ongoing advice to become more effective.
Career Consulting
Offers expert recommendations and actionable strategies to achieve specific career goals.
Examples:
- I want to clarify my long-term career goals and identify next steps for growth and advancement.
- I’m exploring a career pivot and want help understanding my options.
- I’m applying for a new role and need support reviewing my resume and cover letter.