Excellence Extends Beyond the Classroom
Occupational flourishing involves having the knowledge and skills to search for and cultivate a fulfilling and meaningful career.
Occupational flourishing and well-being at Gonzaga University is all about equipping our students with the knowledge and skills they need to find and build a fulfilling and meaningful career. Through our comprehensive career development programs, we offer resources and support to help students explore their interests, develop their talents, and prepare for their future careers. This includes workshops, mentorship opportunities, and networking events designed to connect them with professionals in their fields of interest.
and a sense of purpose. By focusing on occupational flourishing and well-being, we help our students not only excel in their chosen professions but also lead meaningful and impactful lives.Our goal is to ensure that every student feels confident and prepared to pursue their passions and achieve their career goals. At Gonzaga, we believe that a successful career is one that brings both personal satisfaction and a sense of purpose. By focusing on occupational flourishing and well-being, we help our students not only excel in their chosen professions but also lead meaningful and impactful lives.
Resources for Students
Gonzaga University’s Career & Professional Development (CPD) empowers student to thrive beyond the classroom by offering a robust suite of career-focused services tailored to their unique talents and goals. From one-on-one coaching and resume building to on-campus internships and professional portrait sessions, CPD equips Zags with the confidence, clarity and connections needed for success in competitive career fields. Through platforms like ZagsIgnite and ZagsConnect, students gain access to exclusive job and internship opportunities, alumni mentorship networks and career excursions (“Treks”) to major cities—creating pathways to long-term achievement. Whether preparing for life after graduation or exploring multiple professional interests, CPD ensures that each student has the personalized guidance and resources to turn their Gonzaga experience into lifelong success.
With ZagsIgnite, Gonzaga University's job search and recruiting platform, students can find solutions to their career development needs, including:
- Connect with employers and organizations all over the country for job & internship opportunities
- Schedule individual career advising appointments
- Find information about upcoming Career & Professional Development career fairs, events, and programming
Students should log in with their Gonzaga Email Address and password on ZagsIgnite. Faculty/staff can create accounts using the "sign up for an account" button. Please keep in mind it may take up to two business days for faculty/staff accounts to be approved.
The Gonzaga Alumni Mentor Program lives on ZagsConnect, a self-service platform that works like LinkedIn- but specifically for Zags! Students and graduates can connect with mentors in industries/professions related to their academic majors or desired career fields. The primary goal of the program is to establish a relationship between the mentee and mentor that facilitates informed career decision-making and the development of a network that results in increased career opportunities.
