Ivy+ Career Link helps students turn their education into meaningful, in-demand careers while supporting the region’s workforce. From enrollment to graduation, students receive personalized coaching, applied learning experiences, and industry-aligned training that prepares them to succeed.
Ivy+ Career Link Career Coaches work one-on-one with students to explore career paths, identify strengths, and set achievable goals. By graduation, students have the opportunity to curate a Career Development Portfolio showcasing:
· Resume development
· Professional networking
· Work-and-learn experiences
Hands-on learning experiences advance students and incumbent workers while earning credentials. Programs align with high-demand industries, including:
· Advanced Manufacturing
· Skilled Trades
· Healthcare
· Information Technology
· Business
The Ivy+ Career Link team connects students to employers through on-campus hiring events, interviews, and sustained partnerships. Outcomes include:
· Students graduating with career-ready, marketable skills
· Employers accessing prepared, credentialed talent
· Local businesses benefiting from a stronger workforce
By integrating career coaching, apprenticeships, and employer engagement, Ivy+ Career Link delivers measurable outcomes that advance students' careers and support the economic vitality of the South Bend–Elkhart region.