Success After DePaul

Individual learning and growth is a critical part of your college education, but it doesn’t add up to much unless you find an outlet for putting that personal development to work in the world. Since our founding in 1898, we have built a track record of equipping students with the tools necessary to not just compete, but to excel in today’s ever-changing job market—whatever career path they choose.

There are a number of ways we go about helping our students during their time at DePaul reach that place of success and contribution after DePaul. In other words, a degree needs to be translated into a career, and we have the tools and services in place to make that happen.

The Writing Center provides all types of writing help, free of charge. Locations include the Lincoln Park and Loop campuses. Visit the center’s website​ for more information and a list of tutors who specialize in helping with resumes and personal statements. 

As soon as you begin your undergraduate studies here, you'll discover the close relationship between DePaul and the world-class city of Chicago. There are many opportunities throughout your education to connect classroom learning with people, communities and institutions in metropolitan Chicago. 

The connection between DePaul and Chicago, and the relationships you build, will also help you succeed in your chosen career path. From service learning opportunities to internships and recruitment, we are constantly building on our relationships and connecting you to the community, from governmental and international organizations, museums and art galleries, to major pharmaceutical corporations and nationally respected consulting firms and agencies.

When you’re ready for expert career guidance and job search assistance, The Career Center is ready to assist. A wide range of assessment, advising, mentoring, networking and placement services are available to our students and alumni, whether they’re seeking student employment, an internship, or to launch their career. For business school students, there is also an MBA Career Management Center.

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While our relationships with Chicago-area businesses and organizations are impressive, our strongest connection to Chicago is our alumni network of nearly 140,000 professionals—almost 65 percent living in the metropolitan area. Students and recent graduates in each of our schools and colleges can network with and be mentored by fellow DePaul alumni who truly understand the value of the DePaul degree.

The Career Center actively seeks out employers from all sectors to recruit and hire DePaul University students and alumni. Many world-renowned businesses are headquartered in Chicago, including 28 of the largest Fortune 500 companies—firms like Allstate, Baxter Healthcare, Motorola, the Tribune Company and Walgreens, and they all hire DePaul graduates. Here’s a sample list of companies and organizations that have recently hired our graduates:

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