Washington College prepares students of all academic interests and journeys in the liberal arts tradition; the gift of communication, collaboration, and problem-solving. Students are ready to tackle the world’s great problems from health fields to history, Washington College students seek career opportunities across a wide spectrum of possibilities.

The value of the liberal arts experience empowers students to discover and develop a wide range of interests, skills and competencies which are highly desired across all industries and sectors.  Your academic major does not limit you to a specific path but prepares you for roles of the future. Your future job may not exist yet! Every day, new roles are created through technological advancements. Pursue your passion and your dream. Explore our Career Community testimonials and learn about student’s journeys.

By exploring communities, you will gain insights to various career options and current industry information that will support exploration and good decision-making.  You will have access to relevant news, blogs, and employment opportunities that may align with your interests.  The career center staff is available to support you through this discovery and exploration process. Remember, appointments can be requested through Handshake.

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITY IN THE KENT CO REGION WITH UPPER SHORE AGING

Upper Shore Aging, Inc. is seeking State Health Insurance Program volunteers to serve
Caroline, Kent, and Talbot counties. Volunteers will assist our counselors with data entry in
STARS, the state database. Training will be provided through the Maryland Department of

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Georgina Bliss Associate Director
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Larry Hogan and this Maryland college want to bridge the partisan divide

Maryland’s former governor and Washington College will open a civics center with help from political allies and alumni

Ellie Wolfe8/16/2026 5:30 a.m. EDT (this article appeared first in the Baltimore Banner, follow this link for more).

Since he left …

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Georgina Bliss Associate Director
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How to Write a Powerful Product Management Cover Letter

How to Write a Powerful Product Management Cover Letter was originally published on Leland.

Your cover letter is a crucial part of your job application. It provides an opportunity to show off your skills, experience, and passion for the product …

By Georgina Bliss
Georgina Bliss Associate Director
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9 Skills You Already Learned in College That Employers Love to See

https://www.themuse.com/advice/job-skills-learned-in-college

By Lily Zhang

Lily Zhang is a career counselor at the MIT Media Lab, where she works with a range of students from AI experts to interaction designers on crafting their own unique career paths. When she’s not ind

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Georgina Bliss Associate Director
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Contact & Location

Phone
410-778-7890
Address

Located at the Rebecca Corbin Loree Center in the heart of campus, the Center for Career Development is between Goldstein and Bunting halls.
300 Washington Ave
Chestertown, MD 21620

Career Service Hours

Day of the week
Center for Career Development Hours Extended Hours: Evening hours
Monday 8:30 am - 4:30 pm  
Tuesday 8:30 am - 4:30 pm  
Wednesday 8:30 am - 4:30 pm Until 8:00 PM Ms. Bliss
Thursday 8:30 am - 4:30 pm  
Friday 8:30 am - 4:30 pm  

Evening hours are conducted remotely using HANDSHAKE online appointment system.