Katie Niznik

Career Coach @College Of Education And Human Development - University Of Minnesota

Minneapolis, MN, US

Offer holistic, inclusive, and strengths-based career coaching, grounded in student and career development theories, to approximately 4,500 undergraduate and graduate students in the college• Engage students in clarifying and understanding their values, strengths, interests, personality, and multiple identities and how they influence their career decision-making and academic goals• Educate and coach students on the internship and job search processes including how to research and connect with employers, write resumes, CVs, cover letters, and social media profiles, develop strong interview skills, prepare for career events, build a professional network, and negotiate job offers, while recognizing and addressing potential challenges unique to each individual• Educate students on graduate or professional school preparation and assist them in navigating the application process• Provide students with career assessment interpretations (MBTI, Strong Interest Inventory, etc.) and help students recognize their unique potential and strengths• Support students in making meaningful connections with alumni, employers, and professionals to build their network and contribute to their career success• Create and give classroom and student group presentations on career readiness topics utilizing engaging multimedia and activities that are effective for various learning styles• Instruct 1-2 sections per year of EDHD 2701: Your Future: Identity, Culture, and Career Success, a course focused on helping underrepresented students develop a clearer sense of self and create greater awareness of their multiple identities and how they influence their career decision-making and future success

University of Minnesota

Master of Arts - MA, Organizational Leadership, Policy, and Development in Higher Education

Dordt University

Bachelor’s Degree, Business Administration (Marketing, Human Resources)