GradGuide

This guide is a collection of resources, tips, and information for soon-to-be Berea grads and recent alums. Many of the resources included in the GradGuide 2026 were also featured throughout the Spring Term in ICD Weekly Updates as individual blog posts, linked here:

– 5 Smart Strategies for Spring 2026 Job Searching
– Graduate School Admissions Changes for 2026-27
– Gap Year/Service-Oriented Experiences for May Grads to Consider
– Where the Jobs Are in 2026: Industries Showing Strong Demand for New Graduates
– Best Practices for Graduate School CVs 2026
– Major Resume Trends in 2026
– Major Trends in Career Documents – Cover Letters & Personal Statements (2026)
– Interview Checklist for College Graduates 2026
– Networking & Digital Presence
– Salary Negotiation
– Success as a New Professional

Printed copies of the GradGuide are available in the Office of Internships & Career Development – Stephenson Hall 308.