We are here all summer! First Year / New Students: Use this link to access your FOCUS 2 to complete your summer "to do list"ย 

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.ย  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.ย  You will have access to relevant news, blogs, and employment opportunities that may align with your interests.ย  The career center staff is available to support you through this discovery and exploration process. Remember, appointments can be requested through Handshake.

FIRST YEAR STUDENTS! Complete your summer “to do list” and Focus 2 for Career Development here! – Due August 31, 2025

As part of your summer “to do list”, you are required to complete Focus 2 which can be found at this link: LINK HERE

In case you cannot find the instructions, here they are:

Focus 2 Assignment Instructions

As a …

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Georgina Bliss Assistant Director
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Political Science – Destiny

Destiny is currently a Senior majoring in Political Science with a minor in Public Health.ย 

Career Ambassador, President of Black Student Unionย 

I understand politics as anything and everything dealing with life. I want to make sure that I …

By Ryan
Ryan Intern
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Environmental Science – Aiden

Aiden is a junior majoring in Environmental Science with a minor in Public Health.ย 

Photography Clubย 

“I chose Environmental Science because I’ve always loved America’s national and state parks and being able to gain the knowledge to turn conserving and …

By Ryan
Ryan Intern
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Environmental Science – Zack

Zack is currently a Junior majoring in Environmental Science with a minor in Economics.

Greek

“I chose Environmental Science because I would like to be educated on how to take care and give back to nature for all it does …

By Ryan
Ryan Intern
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International Studies and Economics – Bob

Bob is majoring in both International Studies and Economics.ย 

ASU, BSU, Club Rugby Team, National Society of Leadership andย Success

“Since my earliest memories I’ve had a keen interest in civic engagement, politics and our contemporary world. Having a cultural …

By Ryan
Ryan Intern
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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 (M, W, TH) to 8:00 pm.
Monday 8:30 am - 4:30 pm Until 8:00 PM Mrs. Cooley
Tuesday 8:30 am - 4:30 pm Until 4:30 PM
Wednesday 8:30 am - 4:30 pm Until 8:00 PM Ms. Bliss
Thursday 8:30 am - 4:30 pm Until 7:00 PM Mrs. Moody
Friday 8:30 am - 4:30 pm  

Evening hours are conducted remotely using HANDSHAKE online appointment system.