The Robert R. McComsey Career Development Center

Welcome to the Robert R. McComsey Career Development Center at Alfred University! Our mission and values honor Abigail Allen, friend and mentor to generations of students, a strong supporter of co-education, and wife of Alfred University’s second president. Explore the many career-readiness resources we provide students, alumni, faculty, and employers.

Additional CDC Offerings

Service Learning

The goal of the Gary Horowitz Service Learning Program is to foster an environment of social responsibility and community engagement, and...

Cheryl's Closet

Cheryl’s Closet supports and empowers students by offering free professional attire in a boutique setting.

Alumni Services

The Robert R. McComsey Career Development Center offers ongoing support to alums. Contact us for more information about accessing our resources after graduating.

Student Stories

Danielle Bachert

Here My Friends Are More Like Family

"To me, Alfred University is a place where I can grow not only as a student, but as a person. Here my friends are more like family and Alfred Univer..."

 Justin Mosley

APEX: Becoming a Business Leader

"I chose Alfred University because it felt like a second home; I was wanted every time I stepped outside. The people of this community who have made..."
Nick's headshot

Getting Lost in the Woods

"I would get lost in the woods to find myself."

 Rachel Pera in the laboratory

APEX: Biology & Chemistry Research

"Before starting this [APEX] experience, I knew I wanted to be a veterinarian but was unsure of what path I would follow within the profession. Perf..."

More About the Robert R. McComsey Career Development Center

Mission

The Robert R. McComsey Career Development Center empowers students and alumni to find their professional purpose and meaningful work through informed decision-making, practical experience, and connection to the global community.

Values

We express our core value of professionalism through expertise, responsibility, empathy, and balance.

  • Expertise encompasses our knowledge, skills and resources; expertise promotes positive connections with our stakeholders.
  • Responsibility is reflected in our high level of dependability, integrity, and ethics; responsibility ensures the reliable delivery of services.
  • Empathy is demonstrated through our approachability, attentiveness, and availability; empathy allows for individualized service to our diverse population.
  • Balance is expressed in both our work and personal lives; balance supports our students and alumni to find fulfillment in their chosen paths.

Career Fairs

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For the latest news about internships, co-op opportunities, APEX grants, career fairs, resume critiques, mock interviews and so much more, follow our official social media accounts!

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Contact Us

The Robert R. McComsey Career Development Center is conveniently located at the center of the Alfred University Campus in the Welcome Center, formerly known as Alumni Hall. We invite you to please stop by or email us directly to learn more about the services we offer Alfred students, alumni and employers. 

Email us: [email protected]