Welcome to your virtual hub for School of Education and Social Policy career resources! Here you will find relevant career information for education and social policy students, including featured jobs and internships, success stories from students like you, opportunities for networking, and so much more.  

If you have any questions at any step in your career journey, make an appointment with your Career Advisor, Sarah Mackler, or email the O’Brien Center at obriencenter@merrimack.edu.

Scoops Up – Build Your Board: The Ice Cream Way

What comes to mind when you read this week’s title: Build Your Board – the Ice Cream Way?

For me, it’s those TikTok “bring your own board” parties—where friends each show up with a themed board. Pizza board, soft pretzel board …

By Shannon Zelek
Shannon Zelek Senior Director of Career Development
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Scoops Up – Before the End of Your Internship

Just like your favorite scoop of ice cream on a hot summer day, internships tend to go fast—blink, and they’re gone! But before the last swirl of your summer melts away, there are a few key steps you should take …

By Shannon Zelek
Shannon Zelek Senior Director of Career Development
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Career Resources

Practicing & Preparing for Interviews

Think you know all of the questions an interviewer will ask during your upcoming interview? Maybe you do – or …

Resumes: Create and Update

 

Do you want to create or update your resume? Use the resources below to learn how to define a resume …

Building Your Network & Using LinkedIn

The best way to explore potential career choices is by speaking and networking with individuals who work in the field. …

Dress for Success

Your attire serves as a powerful tool in shaping first impressions during interviews, networking events and professional experiences such as …

Using AI for Career Development

This information is being provided to support students in ethically utilizing Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools to increase efficiency in their …

Additional Learning

8 Keys to Boost LinkedIn Learning Engagement for L&D Professionals

Taught by Jocelyn Slevin
Unlock the full potential of LinkedIn Learning for your organization. This course provides actionable strategies to seamlessly integrate LinkedIn Learning…

Cybersecurity Upskilling: A Practical Guide to LinkedIn Learning’s Cybersecurity Framework

Taught by Stephanie Wall
In this course, technology leader Stephanie Wall reveals how organizations can leverage the LinkedIn Learning Cybersecurity Framework to effectively upskill…

Getting Started with AI Assistant in Articulate 360

Taught by David Anderson
In this course, David Anderson—director of customer training at Articulate—explores the robust capabilities of Articulate AI Assistant and Articulate 360.…

Curating Your Instructional Design Portfolio

Taught by David Anderson
If you’re an instructional designer, elearning pro, or former teacher transitioning into elearning, having a way to showcase what you’ve…

NotebookLM for Research

Taught by Tom Green
In this course, learn how to use Google’s NotebookLM app to help you research a variety of topics in myriad…

Learning Foundations: Theory to Practice

Taught by Joe Pulichino, Ed.D.
Learning theory isn’t just for academics—it’s the foundation of effective learning and development practice. In this course, discover how understanding…

Success in Online Learning: Engage, Organize, and Upskill in the Age of AI

Taught by Rolin Moe
Maximizing the outcomes of the learning process is a critical aptitude, one even more valuable when the learning environment is…

How to Learn a New Topic Quickly

Taught by Madecraft
Looking to learn new topics faster and more efficiently? In this course, Marion Jensen shares proven strategies to help you…

How to Research and Write Using Generative AI Tools

Taught by Dave Birss
In this course, instructor Dave Birss shows you how to use ChatGPT—and other AI chatbots—to elevate your research and writing.…

Applying Learning Science to Training and Development

Taught by Daniel Brigham
Effective training isn’t just about delivering content—it’s about ensuring that learning translates into long-term retention and skill application. This course…

AI Prompts for Gamified Learning Design

Taught by Karl Kapp
As instructional designers, academics, teachers, and facilitators seek to create more immersive and impactful gamified learning experiences with less time…

Building a Learning Culture for Business Success

Taught by Joe Pulichino, Ed.D.
Organizations that build strong learning cultures consistently outperform their competitors in innovation, adaptability, and employee engagement. In this course, Dr.…

A First Look at LinkedIn Learning Career Hub

Taught by Karin Kimbrough
Get up and running with LinkedIn Learning Career Hub. Join LinkedIn executives Jill Raines, Teuila Hanson, and Karin Kimbrough as…

Designing for Digital Accessibility in Online Learning

Taught by Rolin Moe
Designing accessible learning experiences is essential for building inclusive and equitable education and training. In this course, professor and author…

Getting Started as a LinkedIn Learning Career Hub Admin

Taught by Michaela Jillings
Ready to maximize your organization’s career development strategy? LinkedIn Learning Career Hub combines comprehensive learning resources with intelligent career pathing…

AI for Talent Development: Smarter Presentation and Delivery Prep

Taught by Becky Keene
Preparing for a training session, workshop, or presentation can be complex. In this course, Becky Keene—CEO at Phygital Labs, author,…

Student Spotlights

Stella Benedetto ’25

Student Spotlights
  • Vibrant Living Assistant at Brightview Senior Living Community
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  • Starting practicum/internship in May 2024 with Arbour Counseling Services
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Gracie O’Leary ’24

Student Spotlights
  • Legislative Policy Intern at the Massachusetts State Senate
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Sanjana Sheth ’25

Student Spotlights
  • Awarded Graduate Student Award of Excellence in School Counselors Competition from the American Counseling Association
Meet Sanjana

Tiffany Vo ’22

Student Spotlights
  • Senior Program Coordinator at Boston University
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