A team of experienced career services professionals supports Sanford students with securing internships and jobs that fit their policy area interests and unique skills, backgrounds, and preferences, and supports policy employers with their talent needs.
Mission
The Sanford Career Services team guides students as they prepare professionally for lives of leadership, civic engagement, and public service.
Vision
Sanford students and alumni are prepared to navigate their professional paths by aligning their unique values, skills, and goals in the interest of public service.
Values
- Action
- Balance
- Belonging
- Collaboration
- Creativity & innovation
- Diversity
- Equity
- Inclusion
Team Members
NADIA CHAMBERLIN, PHD
Assistant Dean of Career Services & Professional Development
Dr. Chamberlin provides the overall strategy for a comprehensive and integrated career and professional development center servicing Sanford graduate students and alumni. She has served in higher education arena since 2001. Dr. Chamberlin holds a PhD in Educational Leadership & Policy Studies from Iowa State University and an MPP from the University of Northern Iowa.
ELIZABETH HOODLESS
Director of MPP Career Advising
Elizabeth provides career advising to MPP students and alumni. She has served in higher education arena since 2002. Elizabeth holds a BS in Anthropology and Marketing from Tulane University.
Jon Colon
Director of Global Careers and Professional Pathways
Jon provides career advising to MIDP students, MPP international students, MPP students interested in international development, MNSP students, and MPA students and alumni. He has served in higher education arena since 2015. Jon holds an MA in Secondary Education from Roosevelt University and a BA in Business from Michigan State University.
Jennifer Applebee
Director of Employer Relations
Jennifer administers employer outreach and relationship management, provides event management, and delivers employer relations data management and reporting. She has served in higher education arena since 2014. Jennifer holds MA in Human Resource Management from Colorado State University Global and BS in Management from Penn State University.
JEFF OESCH
Director of Operations
Jeff coordinates operations/project management, data/reporting, budget/finance, communications/marketing, technology/platforms/vendors, and event planning/implementation. He has served in higher education arena since 2023. Jeff holds a MA in Educational Leadership and Administration from Western Michigan University and a BA in Secondary Education and Teaching from Aquinas College.