Illinois Tech is committed to empowering students to make a successful transition from high school to college by providing a framework through which each student is able to find their support network within the Illinois Tech community, to maximize the use of all resources the university has to offer, to develop a deeper sense of self-awareness and self-efficacy in order to make highly impactful life decisions, and to create a highly individualized plan to realize their desired college experience.

Using a combination of individual, group, and whole-group supports, the First-Year Elevate (FYE) consists of a bi-weekly emails and events addressing topics that are relevant to students during both their first year of college and a first-year mentorship program.

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Illinois Institute of Technology · Elevate Experiences

Set a Goal You Can Actually Finish

A working guide to SMART goals — what the five letters are really asking, nine rewrites of goals students bring us, and a template you can …

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CTA Red Line Extension Project

CTA Red Line Extension Project

Walsh-VINCI Transit Community Partners | Transit Construction | Chicago, IL

Recent News & Developments

In January 2025, CTA finalized a historic $1.9 billion federal funding agreement — the largest transit infrastructure grant in CTA history — to move forward …

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TIBCO Software

TIBCO Software

Cloud Software Group | Enterprise Data & Analytics | Santa Clara, CA

Recent News & Developments

In 2024, TIBCO launched its new unified platform, bringing all TIBCO solutions into a single streamlined digital experience to better support clients. The company …

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Professional Style Guide for the U.S.

Even though recruiters are now dressing down (branded t-shirts/polos, jeans, tennis shoes), students should conform to the “Business Standard” dress code to play it safe.  

If you ask someone what the dress code at their office is, they’ll …

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Traditional & Cultural Attire in Interviews

While wearing cultural dress to a job interview is an expression of identity, it may be more advantageous to wear attire that aligns with standard business norms. Many understand how important it is to showcase your heritage, but it’s essential …

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Illinois Tech Career Clothing Closet

Find your professional style that means business — free, on campus, for every Illinois Tech student.

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Classes

 
Access & Opportunity — We make sure every talented student — whatever their background or situation — gets the coaching, connections, and experience to launch a career.

Contact Information:

Phone
(312) 567-6800
Address

McCormick Tribune Campus Center
3201 S State St, Suite 106
Chicago, IL 60616

Career Services Office Hours

Monday 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Tuesday 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Wednesday 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Thursday 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Friday 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Saturday Closed
Sunday Closed