Prepare for What’s Next. Discover Your Path.
Career Services helps Penn State students turn ambition into action. Whether you’re exploring majors, seeking internships, or preparing for your first job, we provide the guidance, tools, and experiences that build confidence and career readiness.
Through coaching, employer connections, and experiential opportunities, Career Services empowers students to translate their education into purpose and impact. From your first year to your next step after graduation, we’re here to help you explore possibilities, tell your story, and shape your future.
Nittany Lion Careers
Nittany Lion Careers is Penn State's career system; a one-stop-shop for students and employers to manage job and internship opportunities, register for upcoming events, and find ways to connect across campus.
Providing Recruiting Opportunities
Penn State has the talent and support you need to find the next generation of your workforce. Work with our staff in Career Services to create a comprehensive recruiting plan, from career fairs or events to mentorship and research partnership.
Name
Robert Orndorff
Senior Director
He, Him, His
Career Services
Office
253 Bank of America Career Services Building
566 Eisenhower Rd
University Park, PA 16802
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Bio
Dr. Robert Orndorff is currently the Senior Director of Career Services for Penn State and an Affiliate Associate Professor in Counselor Education. Dr. Orndorff also serves as a training specialist, leading professional development seminars for Penn State faculty and staff. In addition to working in higher education, Dr. Orndorff is a career and interpersonal author and consultant in the education, business, and government sectors. Bob was the lead author of a Business book, The PITA Principle: How to work with and avoid becoming a Pain In The Ass. In the community, Bob is active as a little league coach and a thought-piece columnist on fathering for the Centre Daily Times.
Certifications and Credentials
- D.Ed. in Counselor Education
Name
Michael Pennington
Senior Associate Director
He, Him, His
Career Services
Office
101 Bank of America Career Services Building
566 Eisenhower Rd
University Park, PA 16802
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Bio
Dr. Michael J. Pennington was appointed senior associate director of Career Services at Penn State, University Park, on July 1, 2024. Dr. Pennington is charged with leading a team of dedicated professionals who specialize in career counseling and event programming.
He comes to Penn State Career Services with 13 years of experience as a higher education administrator from a variety of institutions. Dr. Pennington worked as a director or executive director at three institutions where he interfaced with alumni and worked with annual giving and development officers to generate opportunities for student success and philanthropic giving.
Specifically, he held the following leadership and career services positions: Director, Relationship Development at Widener University; Executive Director, Experiential Learning & Career Services at Saint Elizabeth University; Director, Experiential Education & Pre-Law Advising Services at Villanova University; Assistant Director/Alumni Liaison, Career Services at Juniata College; and Job Developer/Career Counselor at Penn State Altoona.
Dr. Pennington was awarded the American Association of University Administrators (AAUA) 2024 Leo and Margaret Goodman-Malamuth Dissertation Award recognizing an outstanding doctoral dissertation in higher education.
Name
Katrena Keeler
Office Manager
Career Services
Office
253A Bank of America Career Services Building
566 Eisenhower Rd
University Park, PA 16802
Name
Sheryl Scott
Assistant Director
She, Her, Hers
Career Services
Office
127 Bank of America Career Services Building
566 Eisenhower Rd
University Park, PA 16802
Name
Trevor Brown
Career Counselor
He, Him, His
Career Services
Office
127 Bank of America Career Services Building
566 Eisenhower Rd.
University Park, PA 16802
Name
Vanessa Englehart
Career Counselor
she/her/hers
Career Services
Office
127 Bank of America Career Services Building
566 Eisenhower Rd.
University Park, PA 16802
Name
Jamie Jaskowak
Career Counseling Scheduling Assistant
She, Her, Hers
Career Services
Office
127 Bank Of America Career Services Building
566 Eisenhower Rd
University Park, PA 16802
Name
Keith Jones
Career Counselor
Career Services
Office
127 Bank of America Career Services Building
566 Eisenhower Rd.
University Park, PA 16802
Name
Sue Chappell
Associate Director
She, Her, Hers
Career Services
Office
254 Bank Of America Career Services Building
566 Eisenhower Rd
University Park, PA 16802
Name
Joseph Donahue
Eastern Region Employer Engagement & Career Specialist
Career Services
Contact
Office
Penn State Scranton
120 Ridge View Drive
Dunmore, PA 18512
Name
Sarah Krupp
Western Region Employer Engagement & Career Specialist
Career Services
Office
Franco Harris Pittsburgh Center at Penn State
1435 Bedford Avenue Suite A
Pittsburgh, PA 15219
Name
Marissa Sprankle
Assistant Director
She, Her, Hers
Career Services
Office
105 Bank of America Career Services Building
566 Eisenhower Rd
University Park, PA 16802
Name
Alexandra Latham
Program Coordinator
She, Her, Hers
Career Services
Office
105 Bank of America Career Services Building
566 Eisenhower Rd.
University Park PA 16802
Name
Marissa Hettinger
Career Fairs and Programs Assistant
she/her/hers
Career Services
Office
105 Bank of America Career Services Building
566 Eisenhower Rd.
University Park, PA 16802
Name
Samantha Hesbacher
Career Fair Coordinator
She, Her, Hers
Career Services
Office
105 Bank of America Career Services Building
566 Eisenhower Rd
University Park, PA 16802
Name
Jennifer Stubbs
Senior Assistant Director
Career Services
Office
235 Bank of America Career Services Building
566 Eisenhower Rd
University Park, PA 16802
Name
Myles Hernandez
Employer Engagement Coordinator
Career Services
Office
235 Bank of America Career Services Building
566 Eisenhower Rd
University Park, PA 16802
Name
Leslie Pollard
OCI & CMS Manager
She, Her, Hers
Career Services
Office
235 Bank Of America Career Services Building
566 Eisenhower Rd
University Park, PA 16802
Name
Matthew Stein
Employer Developer
Career Services
Contact
Office
235 Bank of America Career Services Building
566 Eisenhower Rd
University Park, PA 16802