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 students. She holds a PhD in Educational Leadership from Iowa State University and an MA in Public Policy from the University of Northern Iowa.
Mark Brostoff
Director of Career Advising
Mark provides leadership to Sanford Career Advising team; provides career advising to all MPP students, with the exception of international MPP students and MPP students interested in International Development; and serves as a backup for career advising for Undergraduate Public Policy students. He is a retired Commander, United States Navy, Medical Service Corps and holds a Master of Health Administration from Washington University and BA in Political Science from Alfred University.
Jon Colon
Director of Global Careers
Jon provides career advising for MIDP students, MPP international students, and MPP students interested in international development. He brings over 12 years of experience in the education sector, including 9 years in higher education career services. Jon holds an MA in Secondary Education from Roosevelt University and a BA in Business from Michigan State University.
ELIZABETH HOODLESS
Director of MPP Career Advising
Elizabeth provides career advising to all MPP students, with the exception of international MPP students and MPP students interested in International Development. Elizabeth holds a BS in Anthropology and Marketing from Tulane University.
ELISE GOLDWASSER
Director of Undergraduate Internships
Elise provides internship-related career advising to undergraduate Public Policy students. Elise holds a MA in US History from Duke University.
JEFF OESCH
Career Services Operations Coordinator
Jeff coordinates operations/project management, data/reporting, budget/finance, communications/marketing, technology/platforms/vendors, and event planning/implementation. He holds a MA in Educational Leadership and Administration from Western Michigan University and a BA in Secondary Education and Teaching from Aquinas College.
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 brings over 10 years of experience in higher education sector, including 6 years in employer relations. Jennifer holds MA in Human Resource Management from Colorado State University Global and BS in Management from Penn State University.