1. Whether you are a student seeking a new career or an alumnus
looking to advance, Career Services can connect you with valuable
resources to help you succeed in the public health workforce.
YOUR PATHWAYTO A SUCCESSFUL CAREER
To be successful after graduation, you’ll need strong proficiency in six core “Career Competencies”. Doing so will
allow you to effectively navigate change throughout your career. All career services offerings are designed to reflect
these Career Competencies:
1. Articulate and apply academic course content in a professional setting
2. Gain relevant experience that enhances the student’s professional goals
3. Understand, develop, and articulate your “personal brand”
4. Develop a current set of “professional documents”
5. Engage in professional development through networking, professional organizations, and leadership
6. Successfully plan and execute a job search strategy that leads to employment
ACCESS ColoradoSPH Connect FOR ALL
YOUR CAREER NEEDS
ColoradoSPH Connect is a centralized web portal where
you can access all levels of Career Services and Practice-
Based Learning. Some of the features of ColoradoSPH
Connect include:
• View jobs, practicum, internships, fellowships, post-doc, and volunteer postings
• Store your resumes, cover letters, portfolio items, and more
• Access to career resources, such as tip sheets, videos, and InterviewStream
• Input and track your practicum experience
• Access employer and Alumni contacts by syncing your account with your LinkedIn profile
Create your account by visiting www.ColoradoSPHconnect.com and clicking on the Student login button.
NEED SUPPORT ALONGTHE WAY?
Many ColoradoSPH students find career advising helpful in providing support for their future careers.
Our experienced, credentialed staff can meet with you via in-person or online conferencing. Some typical
career advising topics include:
• Resume/curriculum vitae • Job search strategy • Interviewing
• Cover letter • Professional networking • Professional references
• Personal branding • LinkedIn profile • Salary negotiation
To schedule an appointment, email the Manager of Career & Employer Relations with the dates/times you’re
available, preferred meeting format (in-person, online), and topics you’d like to discuss.
CAREER
SERVICES
MISSION
To serve the career
development needs of
Colorado School of
Public Health students
and alumni by providing
career skills training
to be successful in an
ever-changing job market.
Take the next step
Utilize Career Services
LEARN, ENGAGE,
AND CONNECT
Career Services hosts a
variety of events designed
to keep current on best
practices in the public
health career field. Log
into ColoradoSPH Connect
to view the Events Calendar
andinformationon:
• Webinars: topics such
as job searching,
personal branding,
and more
• Events: in-person
panels and net-
working with public
health employers and
professionals
• LinkedIn: join the
ColoradoSPH group
to connect with
students, alumni,
and employers
• Keynote speakers and
other events through
ColoradoSPH faculty
or research centers

2. DON’T LEAVE CAREER SERVICES UNTIL RIGHT BEFORE GRADUATION!
Following this basic career services timeline will keep you on track throughout your
time at ColoradoSPH. Contact the Manager of Career & Employer Relations to discuss
a customized timeline that meets your career needs.
First Year Fall Semester
n Set up your ColoradoSPH Connect
account, upload your resume,
access career resources, and start
viewing practicum postings
n Start to build your resume using
the resume models and videos in
ColoradoSPH Connect
n Conduct at least 1 informational
interview to explore career options
and build professional contacts
n Develop your LinkedIn profile
and add portfolio items to it.
Join the ColoradoSPH group and
connect with alumni and community
members
First Year Spring Semester
n Conduct at least 2 informational
interviews with public health
professionals in potential practicum
opportunities
n Prepare for upcoming practicum,
internship, or research—update
your resume, cover letter, and
professional dress
n Practice interviewing using
InterviewStream in your
ColoradoSPH Connect account
n Identify and leverage your “personal
brand.” Develop an “elevator pitch”
that articulates your “value propo-
sition” (skills, interests, experience,
subject-matter expertise, etc.)
n Identify and join professional
associations as a student member
for career exploration, networking,
and professional development.
Log into ColoradoSPH Connect
for a list of options.
n Solidify your academic concentration,
if you haven’t already. Consult your
faculty advisor with questions.
Summer Session
n Seek out seasonal/part-time
work, internships, or practicum.
Check ColoradoSPH Connect for
opportunities
n Connect with ColoradoSPH faculty
for potential research opportunities
n Conduct more informational
interviews to explore public
health career options and build
professional contacts
n Study abroad or seek opportunities
to gain public health experience
out-of-state
n Prepare applications for further
graduate-level study, if applicable
Second Year Fall Semester
n Conduct mock interviews with
classmates, faculty, Career Services
staff, or another public health
professional. Review interview tips
on ColoradoSPH Connect
n Attend public health networking
events and conferences and use
your elevator pitch
n Continue to connect with public
health professionals on LinkedIn—
leverage your existing connections
and get introduced to new
professionals
Second Year Spring Semester
n Develop your Job Search Strategy
and revise as necessary
n Identify job leads through
ColoradoSPH Connect, association
websites, list serves, or your
professional network
n Buy professional interview clothing
n After being hired, report your new
position on ColoradoSPH Connect
CAREER SERVICES
BenWeihrauch, MA, GCDF
Manager of Career &
Employer Relations
ben.weihrauch@ucdenver.edu
303-724-7619
Ongoing
n Excel in your academic coursework and reflect upon about ways you can apply your
coursework to a public health session profession.
n Attend workshops and webinars through Career Services and your academic
department—check the ColoradoSPH events calendar online.
n Seek as much additional experience as you can. Find ways to work, volunteer
with a non-profit group, help faculty with research, and connect with public health
causes you feel passionate about.