The Pulsifer Career Development Center's fall 2025 hours of operation are 8:30am - 4:30pm on Monday - Friday.  Bentley University strives to make web content accessible to all users. If you are having difficulty accessing information and need this content in an alternate format, please contact The Pulsifer Undergraduate Career Development Center at 781-891-2165 or GA_UCD@Bentley.edu.

How to Be a Better Informational Interviewee

If you’re good at what you do, it’s not surprising that you might receive requests from individuals interested in informational interviews with you to “pick your brain.”

Sure, it can certainly feel flattering to be recognized as an expert in your field – someone whose ideas and insights are coveted. But responding to such requests requires careful consideration.

First and foremost, your time is as coveted as those insights. So before you agree to sit down for a coffee with …

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Networking Strategies for Introverts

Networking as an introvert can be challenging. Introverts typically get their energy from within and need time to recalibrate after hanging out with people, whether socially or professionally. The good news is there are several strategies that introverts can use to step out of their comfort zones and embrace networking without feeling overwhelmed. Here are 12 of the most effective.

1. Accept Your Introversion

Being an introvert is a normal, natural, and valuable personality trait. Introverts tend to be thoughtful observers, …

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Have you considered Leadership Development / Rotational Programs?

For students deciding where to begin their careers, leadership development and rotational programs can really make a company stand out!  Luckily, there are many employers that offer excellent programs for new graduates, across a wide variety of industries and disciplines.

Leadership development and rotational programs provide in-depth experiences, ongoing mentorship, and targeted training.  Each program may have unique components, such as length of time, multiple locations, number of rotations, and pre-selected vs. optional rotations.  Employers invest significant resources in these …

By MaryEllen Ryan
MaryEllen Ryan Senior Associate Director, Undergraduate Career Development, Pulsifer Career Development Center
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How To End Your In-Person Interview

You want to end your interview on a high note, but sometimes figuring out the best way to gracefully conclude is challening. Here’s a few steps to take to ensure you nail the end of your interview and set yourself up for future success.

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The Pulsifer Career Development Center is committed to providing accessible careerdevelopment resources for all Bentley students.

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PURPOSE

The University Career Center wants all students to be successful regardless of their financial circumstances. The closet will provide …

Break Into CRE

If you’re a college student or graduate student looking to break into the real estate industry, you’re switching careers into …

Vault Guide to the Top Law Firms for Real Estate Law, 2021 Edition

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Contact & Location

Phone
781.891.2165
Address

Undergraduate Career Development
Pulsifer Career Development Center
LaCava Center 225
175 Forest Street
Waltham, MA 02452

Career Service Hours

Day of the week
Career Development Fall 2025 Hours of Operation First-Year and Sophomore Drop-In Hours Will Begin on September 8, 2025
Monday 8:30am-4:30pm 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Tuesday 8:30am-4:30pm 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Wednesday 8:30am-4:30pm 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Thursday 8:30am-4:30pm 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Friday 8:30am-4:30pm 1:00pm - 3:00pm

Visit our Staff Page to see Career Community Coach’s Individual Drop-In Hours for JUNIORS & SENIORS.