Penn State Behrend students can make a virtual or in-person appointment with a career counselor through Starfish (directions below) or by phone (814-898-6164). We are here for you.

**Prospective students and alumni, please call 814-898-6164 to be connected with a career counselor.

Reasons to Schedule an Appointment

Career Appointments

  • Career choice
  • Career fair preparation
  • Class assignment
  • Graduate and professional school planning
  • Internship/co-op search
  • Interview preparation
  • Job search
  • Major-to-Career connection
  • Mock interview
  • Offer negotiations
  • Résumé help

Starfish Help

Schedule an appointment:

  • Log into Starfish using your Penn State email and password.

Career Counselors:

  • Schedule appointment button on the left-hand side.
  • Select a reason for the visit.
  • View the calendar and select the date and time.
  • Verification page; you will receive a verification email confirming the appointment.
  • Your “Dashboard” will show the new appointment that you have created.

To cancel the appointment:

  • Click the “x” in the upper right of the appointment block on your Dashboard.
  • If you need to cancel, please do so well in advance and give your adviser some reasons why the appointment is being canceled.
  • If you have questions, stop in 125 Reed or call 814-898-6164.

To change an appointment:

  • Upcoming appointments will be listed on your Dashboard in the timeline view (left column). Click the edit icon (a picture of a pencil) to modify the appointment or the cancel icon (an X) to cancel it.
  • If you choose to cancel an appointment, please do so as far in advance as possible so another student can use the slot.
  • If you have questions, stop in 125 Reed or call 814-898-6164.