Career and Professional Development Center

PennWest California's Career Resources Will Give You a Competitive Edge.

The Career and Professional Development Center at PennWest California offers you the personal guidance and career resources you need for success in today's competitive job markets.  

Read on to learn about the Career and Professional Development Center's programs and tools. Or schedule an appointment with a University career coach today by calling our office at 724-938-4413.  

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PennWest California's Career Advantage Program

PennWest California's Career Advantage Program is an exceptional, one-of-a-kind character- and career-building experience. It's a four-year plan to help you discover the college career path that's the best fit for your skills, talents and interests.

  • Identify your top skills, interests and values.
  • Choose a college major.
  • Explore your best career options through informational interviews and job shadowing.
  • Gain job experience while in school through internships and the University's Cooperative Education program (Co-op)
  • Prepare for your job search and/or graduate school by developing an effective resume, personal brand and networking/interviewing skills.
  • Connect with employers looking to hire University graduates.

Discover PennWest California's Career Advantage.

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Schedule an Appointment with Your Career Coach

Your PennWest California career coach is always ready to answer your questions, help you explore majors and careers, and work with you to create your personal career advantage plan. Schedule an appointment with your career coach by calling 724-938-4413

  • Office location: Natali Student Center, Suite 138
  • Office hours: 8 a.m. - 4 p.m. Monday through Friday

 Meet Your Career Coach

 Bridgett Nobili.

Bridgett Nobili

Assistant director, Career and Professional Development Center
College of Education and Human Services and related Graduate School programs

 Krissie Doopelheuer

Krissie Doppelheuer

Assistant director, Career and Professional Development Center
Eberly College of Science and Technology and related Graduate School programs

Emma Jackson Harris.

Emma Jackson Harris

Assistant director, Career and Professional Development Center
College of Liberal Arts and related Graduate School programs, and Exploratory Studies