Students

Career Development Checklist

Printable version of the checklist

1. Have your resume reviewed

2. Schedule a mock interview

3. Complete a professional headshot

  • The Fleishman Center for Career and Professional Development has an Iris Photobooth where you can get a free professional headshot in minutes.
  • Use a professional headshot for your LinkedIn account.

4. Create a LinkedIn account

  • Marketing yourself is important! 
  • We also recommend changing other social media accounts to private. 

5. Create a professional email account: 

  • Use your first and last name for your email. Example: Jane.Smith@gmail.com
  • Update your voicemail to include your full name. Example: "Hello, this is Jane Smith, I can't come to the phone right now, please leave a message." 

Tips and Tricks for applying

  • Use a plain background if interviewing on Zoom.
  • Research the potential employer to show your interest.
  • If you are expecting a call, answer your phone with your full name "Hello, this is Jane Smith." 
  • Prepare multiple questions to ask during your interview. The interviewer may answer some of them during the interview; be prepared with more questions.
  • DSCAC interview tips. 
  • Decker College Externship Guide.

Career Development Resources

Job and Internship Search

Nursing Licensing Resources 

Connect with Decker Alumni 

Reach out to our team if you would like to be connected to a Decker College alum.

Employment Opportunities/Announcements

Below are opportunities sent to Decker for our students to be notified about. If you would like an opportunity listed here, contact deckerconnections@binghamton.edu. The newest opportunities are listed at the top.

  • Guthrie Lourdes Nurse Externship

    Gain hands-on clinical experience with Guthrie Lourdes Hospital’s Nurse Externship, while working alongside a skilled health care team. The externship offers real-world experience, mentorship and the chance to build confidence in a dynamic clinical environment. Prepare for a successful nursing career, while making a meaningful impact on patient lives. Nursing Juniors are eligible to apply. 

    Application Deadline: January 18, 2026 

  • Summer 2026 HCC Internship and Community Health Leaders Programs Application Registration

    Health Career Connection (HCC)’s comprehensive paid Summer Internship and Community Health Leaders programs! We are committed to empowering students to discover and pursue your authentic health career goals.

    Application Deadline: Tuesday, December 9th, 2025; 11:59 PM PST

    More information (includes informational webinars) 

  • The New York State Emergency Nurses Association Pace Conference

    The Pace Conference in Saratoga Springs, NY, April 22-
    24, 2026 at the Holiday Inn. 

    Incentive package for nursing students: includes free admission to the conference, provided meals, social events and more.  (Students are responsible for their own lodging expenses in Saratoga , NY) You do not need to be a student ENA member to apply. 

    Notifications of awardees will be by January 26, 2026. To apply for the educational incentive:
    1. Please go to the website www.nysena.org
    2. Go to conference tab
    3. Scroll down to educational incentives
    4. Complete required application form by December 31, 2025

    Further questions, you may contact them through the website or through educationalincentive@nysena.org

  • CHOP Sports Physical Therapy Residency Program

    A one year Physical Therapy Residency Program.

    Interested applicants for the Sports Physical Therapy Residency Program at Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia should be aware of several important dates in the application process:

    Oct. 1: Residency application period opens
    Nov. 30: Residency application period closes
    Jan. 1 – Feb. 20: Interview invitations are extended to applicants, and conducted with applicants
    By March 1: Resident offer is extended
    July 1: Start date for new resident

  • Upward Bound Summer Program (RN Opportunity) 

    Looking for a Registered Nurse who will work a split shift for approximately 120 hours throughout the summer, with an average of 24 hours a week, including some weekends. The nurse will provide health support for our campers and staff, distribute daily meds, provide limited record keeping, and communicate with program students, parents and staff members throughout the summer.

    Contact: Richie Sebuharara 

  • Student Assistant in Commencement/ Special Events Office

    The Presidents office is looking for a student assistant in commencement/special events office. 

    • Handle incoming calls and emails and provide general information to students, parents, faculty and staff
    • Assist with event and ceremony planning including but not limited to management of registration and forms, coordinating with vendors and setting up event spaces.
    • MUST be available to work at Commencement (May 14, 15 & 16, 2026).
    • Assist with other special events hosted by the President’s Office
  • CHOP Summer Nurse Extern Program 

    10 week program from May to July, externs apply academic knowledge to participate in educational seminars, and provide hands-on patient care alongside nurse preceptors. Externs rotate through units across CHOP, including Middleman Family Pavilion (KOP), Ambulatory, Perioperative, Behavioral Health, Medical/Surgical, and Critical Care.

    Open to students  enrolled in an RN program who are within 12 months of graduation by the start of the externship. 

  • CHOP Summer Susan D. Flynn Oncology Nursing Fellowship Program

    Summer program designed to help stimulate career interest and foster the professional development of potential pediatric oncology nurses.

    The program is open to students enrolled in an RN nursing program that will be within 12 months of graduation at the start of the program.

  • Decker College Employer Fair
    Decker College of Nursing and Health Sciences students are invited to attend the 2025 employer fair! Employers will be present for undergrad nursing, graduate nursing, occupational therapy, physical therapy, public health, and speech language pathology. This is a great opportunity for students to network, make your name known, and propel your professional career! 

Scholarships/Funding Opportunities