Internship & Job Search Coaching

First Steps to Launch Your Professional Journey

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Expert Guidance for Students and Recent Graduates

✓ Are you a student or recent graduate struggling to land that crucial first internship or job?

✓ Feeling overwhelmed by application processes?

✓ Unsure how to stand out in a competitive market?

My internship and job search coaching provides the strategic advantage you need to launch your career successfully.

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Why My Approach Is Different

Unlike campus career centers or standard job search advice, I offer:

  • Industry Insider Knowledge: Real-world strategies based on how hiring actually works from someone who's been on both sides of the table

  • Personalized Strategy: Customized guidance tailored to your specific goals, strengths, and target industries

  • Practical Skills Development: Hands-on assistance with everything from resume crafting to interview preparation and salary negotiation

  • Confidence Building: Building both the skills and mindset needed to navigate competitive recruitment processes

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For Students and Early-Career Professionals

My coaching is especially effective for:

  • College students seeking competitive internships

  • Recent graduates entering the job market

  • Graduate students transitioning to industry positions

  • Career changers starting in entry-level roles

  • Anyone feeling overwhelmed by application processes and rejection

"The first steps of your career journey set the trajectory for your professional future. Let's make sure you're starting with confidence and direction."

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What My Clients Experience

"From our first Zoom call, Curtis focused on preparing me for every aspect of being a competitive applicant for any job I apply for, rather than just one — something no one else has been able to do.

…Instantly, I began to see results as I secured the interviews and internship opportunities I had previously struggled to achieve before working with Curtis from Guided Ascent."

— Ryan, Class of 2026

My clients consistently highlight how I help them:

  • Identify the career path that truly matches their interests, rather than just following the crowd

  • Craft resumes that showcase relevant skills despite limited experience

  • Develop a compelling personal narrative that resonates with employers

  • Gain professional interview skills that help them to stand out

  • Build confidence that they have what it takes to achieve their goals, so they approach the job search and interviews with optimism

  • Navigate networking strategically, even when starting from scratch

  • Convert internships and academic projects into job offers

An Outcome-Based Approach

Unlike traditional session-based coaching, my Internship & Job Search program provides comprehensive support for either 6 or 12 months (or aligned with the academic year), giving you:

  • Unlimited Access: Schedule meetings when you need them most - before applications, interviews, or when making decisions

  • Flexibility Around Critical Moments: Need multiple sessions during recruitment season or interview week? Simply book time on my calendar

  • Results-Focused Support: Our work together is defined by outcomes, not arbitrary session counts

The goal is to guide you through the process from start to finish — an internship or job that helps you launch the career you want

Throughout our engagement, you'll have access to coaching on:

  • Identifying the roles that align with your goals and skillset

  • Application Materials: Resume, cover letters, and application strategies that get noticed

  • Digital Presence: LinkedIn optimization and networking approaches

  • Interview Excellence:

    • Gain mastery of both in-person and on-screen interviews

    • Preparation for behavioral and technical questions

  • Offer Navigation: Guidance on evaluating and negotiating offers

Responsive, On-Demand Support

I'm available via Zoom when you need critical support. Many clients meet with me multiple times during peak recruitment periods or interview weeks, then less frequently during waiting periods. Simply book time on my calendar when you need guidance.

Ready to launch your career?

Schedule your initial consultation today. Choose from 6-month or 12-month support plans, or a specialized academic year package aligned with campus recruitment cycles. Together, we'll create a personalized strategy to help you secure the internship or job that will launch your professional journey.