Becker Career Center

Student Staff

Peer Career Advisors

Peer Career Advisors (PCAs) are trained student staff dedicated to supporting fellow Union students in their professional development. Through one-on-one appointments and career programming, PCAs provide personalized guidance to help students confidently pursue their career goals.

PCAs can assist with resumes, cover letters, networking communication, LinkedIn profiles, internship and job searches, and navigating platforms like Handshake and GarnetGrove. Whether you’re just getting started or refining your professional materials, we’re here to help.

Emma Friedman '27

Emma Friedman '27

Leza Sorn '27

Leza Sorn '27

Lu De Azevedo '27

Lu Azevedo '27

Political Science and American Studies Double Major
Becker Career Center
(518) 388-6176
friedmae@union.edu

Mechanical Engineering Major, Data Analytics Minor
Becker Career Center
(518) 388-6176
sornl@union.edu

Economics Major, Financial & Actuarial Math and Data Analytics Minors
Becker Career Center
(518) 388-6176
azevedol@union.edu

Schedule an appointment with a Peer Career Advisor on Handshake to get started!

Career Assistants

In addition to our Peer Career Advisors, the Career Center employs Front Desk Career Assistants and Marketing and Outreach Career Assistants. Each of these roles plays a vital part in supporting daily operations, promoting our services, and enhancing the overall student experience.

Front Desk Career Assistants

The Front Desk Team sets the tone for every individual who visits the Career Center, including students, faculty, staff, alumni, parents, and employers. From managing appointments and answering phone calls to supporting events and welcoming guests, this team serves as the face of our office.
Open to work-study students only.

Marketing and Outreach Career Assistants

The Marketing and Outreach Team serves as ambassadors for the Career Center at campus events and develops marketing and social media content that promotes our programs and events. They design flyers for campus, run the Student Headshot Studio, and encourage students to engage with Career Center resources.
Open to work-study students only.

Student Employment Opportunities
Students interested in work-study or other campus employment opportunities, including positions within the Career Center, should review current postings in Workday here.

Career Center in Becker Hall

Becker Career Center

Stanley R. Becker Hall
807 Union St.
Schenectady, NY 12308

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Fax: (518) 388-6544

Office Hours

Mon - Fri: 8:30 am-4:30 pm
Sat - Sun: closed

-Appointments and workshops are scheduled through Handshake.