Professional Readiness

"Our own Career Success Center focused on professional development, internship and job placement.  Focus on innovation and entrepreneurship.  
You are focused on getting to college; we are focused on how we can prepare you for your career upon graduation.  
Design thinking, or solution-focused thinking, is a formal method for practical creative resolution of problems and creation of solutions. The philosophy of design thinking is incorporated into several aspects of student life within the College of Business at Oregon State University. In the transfer transitions courses, students identify a problem and build a solution, company or social entrepreneurship venture to address the issue.   
Collaboration with industry and industry professionals. This includes career fairs, case studies from real companies, internships, and so on. "

The College of Business has about an 85% job placement rate for graduating seniors.

The College of Business is home to the only college-specific career center on campus, offering dedicated support to business students in their academic and professional journeys. Our team works closely with students through one-on-one appointments to provide personalized guidance on resumes, interview preparation, job and internship searches, and major or career exploration. To further support student success, the College hosts a variety of events each term—including career fairs, workshops, and professional meet-ups—that encourage engagement beyond the classroom. Each term features a College of Business Career Fair, held virtually and in person, where students connect with 45+ recruiters offering valuable opportunities for internships and full-time roles. These experiences help students build their professional networks, gain real-world experience while in school, and prepare for career success after graduation.