Where do I begin?

Learn your options.
Tell your story.
Uncover your future.

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HOW CAN WE HELP?

Which Describes You?

Student

Improve your résumé.
Search for jobs.
Network with employers.

Discover your future

Alumni

Back on the job hunt?
Seeking to hire a wildcat?
We can help.

Get Connected

Faculty/Staff

Schedule a presentation.
Grab a ready-made career assignment.
Refer an employer.

Schedule Now

Employer

Searching for great candidates?
Let us connect you.

Find Your Next Hire

Students & Alumni,
the ACU Career Center
is here for you.

Abilene Christian University students and alumni have access to dedicated career success professionals as well as a variety of resources and tools to help identify a career.

Schedule an Appointment →
résumé Resources →
Explore career resource guide →
Find a Job on Handshake →
Explore. Prepare. Execute. Achieve.

Four Year Career Plan

See the Plan
Tools & Resources

Handshake

Find internships and careers.

Handshake is the official résumé and job posting service of ACU.  It is available for students, alumni, and employers.
Search Listings

Strengths Finder

Discover your strengths.

The Clifton StrengthsFinder is a free resource provided to students, helping them discover and maximize their strengths.
Learn Your Strengths

Optimal Resume

Improve your résumé design.

Optimal Resume is a free interviewing system that allows students to record themselves answering interview questions.
Optimize Your Résumé

Career Explorer

Explore careers and majors.

CareerExplorer is a free career test that helps you choose the ideal career path based on your skills and qualifications.
Find your dream job

Resource Guide

Full Career Guide

Your source of information from creating cover letters and résumés to graduate school preparation and interview tips
Read the resource guide

Our Services

ACU provides resources to help you navigate the process of preparing for your career.

Career Exploration

Start strong by starting with the end in mind. We can help you create a career plan based on your personality and interests. 

Start Now

Résumé Assistance

A quality résumé is your key to getting a job interview. Get help from our team of experts to market your skills in a clear, concise manner.
Begin

Job Search Strategy Tips

We can help you create a job search strategy that will help build your network and get ahead of the crowd.

Learn More

Interview Prep

Let our team walk you through the interview process, exploring common interview questions and examples of the best answers.
Get Started

Build Relationships through the ACU Career Center.

The ACU Career Center serves as a liaison between you, our valued employer, and our students. We are committed to providing you with the employment services necessary to meet your organization’s needs.
Find Out How

EMPLOYERS

Looking to Hire a Wildcat?

Thank you for recruiting at ACU! The ACU Career Center serves as a liaison between you, our valued employer, and our students. We are committed to providing you with the employment services necessary to meet your organization’s needs.

Handshake is the official résumé and job posting service of ACU.  It is available for students, alumni, and employers.
GET STARTED

Faculty & Staff Resources

Request a Presentation

Career Center staff are available to present in your class on a variety of career development and job search topics.
Submit a request online >

Resource Guide

A tool explaining everything from how to create cover letters and résumés to grad school preparation and interview tips.
See the Guide >

Professional Development Assignment Toolkit

The Career Center team has prepared ready-made class assignments for you to grab and incorporate into your classroom.
Go to Link >

 

Refer an Employer

We love to hear about organizations who are interested in building a relationship with ACU.
Please fill out our referral form >

ABOUT THE CAREER CENTER

Our Team

Jill Fortson,

MS, PHR, SHRM-CP, CPRW

DIRECTOR
Contact
Brooke Nichols
CAREER NETWORK SPECIALIST
Contact

Where to Find Us

Visit Us in Our New Location

Swing by our new location on the main floor of the Brown Library.

Email:
careers@acu.edu
Call:
(325) 674-2473
Location:
Brown Library Room 261