Pace University’s Career Services are designed to aid students in career exploration, the development of life-long career management skills, and finding the resources to obtain employment or advance within their disciplines.

Students enrolled in Pace Online programs have access to our highly respected Career Services department, which works with 10,000 employers.

Our knowledgeable Career Services staff is happy to help online students navigate the job market by working with them to craft a winning resume and develop outstanding interviewing skills.

The success of not just our Career Services department, but the University as a whole is reflected in a number of ways, including the fact that Pace University is ranked among the top 9% of private US colleges that provide the best return on tuition investment, according to PayScale.com.

Micro-Internships and Work Simulations: Your Edge in a Competitive Job Market

Pace offers flexible micro-internships and virtual work simulations, which are a unique way to gain experience with companies like Accenture, Ford, and Lululemon. These self-paced experiences can be completed in just 2–11 hours and feature projects designed by Fortune 500 companies and other leading organizations. You’ll gain hands-on experience in real-world scenarios, explore proprietary systems and software, and develop in-demand skills.

Benefits of Micro-internships and Simulations for Online Students

Flexible Schedule

Micro-internships offer a high level of flexibility, allowing students to work around existing commitments.

Real-World Scenarios

Simulation experiences closely replicate the work environments of real companies, including access to proprietary systems and software.

Resume and LinkedIn Boost

Students earn a certificate of completion that they can add to their resume and LinkedIn profile, showcasing their experience to employers.

Meaningful Projects

Assignments reflect real job responsibilities, allowing students to build skills and gain valuable career insights in a hands-on environment.

Remote and Accessible

These fully remote opportunities require only a computer and internet connection, allowing students to explore top global companies from anywhere.

Self-Paced Opportunities

With no specific time or date requirements, students can complete these experiences at their own pace.

By completing these micro-internships and simulations, you can explore diverse career paths, strengthen your practical skills and enhance your resume. Upon completion, you’ll earn a certificate to feature on LinkedIn, which may increase your chances of landing an internship or job. Some recruiters may even give preference to candidates with micro-internship experience.

Who Hires Pace Students?

  • AIG
  • American Express
  • Apple
  • Bloomberg LP
  • Citigroup
  • Conde Nast
  • Credit Suisse
  • Dannon
  • Deloitte
  • Dolce & Gabbana
  • Ernst & Young
  • Goldman Sachs
  • Google
  • HBO
  • HuffPost
  • Hyatt
  • IBM
  • JPMorgan Chase
  • KPMG
  • L’Oreal
  • Madison Square Garden
  • Manhattan District Attorney’s Office
  • Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center
  • Microsoft
  • MTV
  • Nasdaq
  • NBCUniversal
  • Nickelodeon
  • NYC Department of Education
  • Omnicom Media Group
  • PricewaterhouseCoopers
  • Sony Music
  • Tesla
  • Unilever
  • Viacom CBS
  • Westchester Medical Center
  • The White House

Career Services Statistics

  • 8,000+ internships, co-ops, practicums, field experiences, and clinicals facilitated by Pace University every year.
  • 19,000+ jobs and internships posted at Pace for students last year
  • 950+ employers hired Pace students as interns
  • 3,000+ Pace alumni are in C-suite and executive level positions
  • Top 15% of US schools based on future salary potential, according to PayScale.
*Based on a comparison of the average salary earned from a Bachelor of Science degree and a Master of Science degree.