Career Services

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Career Services at NOVA

Career Services at NOVA helps students explore career paths, build professional skills, and connect with employers. Whether you’re choosing a major, preparing your resume, searching for internships, or getting ready for your first job after graduation, our career advisors provide guidance and resources to help you succeed.

Students can access career advising, resume and interview support, employer events, internships, and job search tools through NOVA Career Services.

NOVA is Moving to Handshake!

NOVA’s Business Engagement & Career Services Team plans to adopt Handshake as of June 22, 2026 with collegewide adoption of the platform in Fall 2026.

Handshake allows colleges to share jobs and internship opportunities with students and alumni, offer career counseling services, advertise career events and job fairs, correspond with employers and track employment data. The platform serves as a central hub for professional development information and resources.

Benefits of the platform include:

  • Wider access to employment and internship opportunities
  • A more user-friendly interface, including improved mobile compatibility
  • Compatibility with 70% of Virginia colleges and universities, including NOVA’s primary transfer partners
  • Serving over 1500 higher Institutions nationwide, Handshake connects with more than 750,000 employers

Students will begin receiving access by July 1, 2026, with collegewide adoption by Fall 2026. 

Resume Help and Interview Preparation

Preparing for internships and jobs can feel overwhelming, especially if you’re not sure where to start. NOVA's Career Services provides guidance to help you build a strong resume, prepare for interviews, and present your skills confidently to employers.

  • Resume and cover letter reviews
  • Interview preparation and mock interviews
  • Job search strategies
  • Professional communication tips

Career Counseling

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For Students

Discover events, counseling, job opportunities, and more!

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For Faculty/Staff

Learn how to help students advance their career goals.

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For Employers and Businesses

Partner with the College and Recruit NOVA students for employment and internship opportunities.