The Studio for Vocation and Calling

Explore who you’re meant to be—and find the structure, support, and experience to launch your career with confidence.

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At Bethel, your calling is bigger than a major or a job title. It's about discovering who you are, who God is calling you to become, and how your gifts can make a difference in the world. That journey begins with vocational exploration—an intentional process of discerning what matters most to you, noticing how God is at work in your life, and responding to His call with clarity and purpose.

The Studio for Vocation and Calling is a launchpad for that journey—a hub for career development, mentorship, leadership training, and real-world experience. It’s also foundational to the Bethel Career Commitment, which builds career preparation into your experience from the start so you can launch your future with confidence.

Career resources

Explore The Studio

You won’t have to figure it out alone. The Studio surrounds you with one-on-one coaching, leadership development, real-world experience, and employer connections—giving you the structure, support, and confidence to grow in faith, explore your calling, and move forward with clarity.

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Career commitment

The Bethel Career Commitment is a bold investment in your future. If you haven’t secured a job offer or graduate school acceptance within six months of graduation, Bethel will step in with meaningful support to help you get there. Eligible graduates may be able to choose from up to eight graduate-level credits at no cost in select Bethel programs, or transitional employment opportunities at Bethel, based on staffing needs and availability. 

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Career development

The Studio integrates career preparation into your education—starting with vocational exploration. You’ll reflect on what matters most, gain clarity about your calling, and develop the practical skills to pursue it. Bethel’s robust career resources—including career coaching—help you build a personalized career roadmap so you can launch with purpose and confidence.

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Mentorship and leadership opportunities

Mentorship is a defining part of the Bethel experience—and The Studio is expanding it even further. Programs like BethelBiz and ComMentor connect you with alumni who offer career guidance and real-world insight, while The 25 provides vital leadership training. Because The Studio is designed to support students across all majors, it opens the door to mentorship and leadership opportunities rooted in your interests, goals, and calling.

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Strategic partnerships

The Studio builds on Bethel’s long-standing commitment to connecting learning with real-world impact. By deepening strategic partnerships with employers, alumni, and organizations, The Studio creates meaningful opportunities for students to apply their gifts and explore their calling in practical settings. These partners offer internships, real-world projects, and company field trips—along with regular chances to meet hiring managers through career panels and networking events on campus. 

Frequently asked questions

Bethel University's Office of Career Development and Calling provides comprehensive career services to help you explore your passion and prepare for meaningful work. You’ll have access to one-on-one career coaching, resume and cover letter reviews, mock interviews, job search strategies, and networking guidance. You can also use exclusive tools like Handshake for job searching and SkillsFirst for resume building and interview prep.

Searching for college internships doesn’t have to feel overwhelming. At Bethel, you’ll get personalized support every step of the way. You can explore paid internships, summer positions, and industry-specific roles through Handshake, get referrals from faculty, or connect with a career coach to align opportunities with your goals. Many students land internships through Bethel’s strong employer partnerships across the Twin Cities.

Yes. At Bethel, we walk alongside you from your first year through graduation—and beyond. Through the Bethel Career Commitment, every graduate continues to receive career coaching and guidance after graduation. And if you haven’t secured a job or graduate school placement within six months, you may be eligible to access additional support, including transitional employment opportunities at Bethel or up to eight graduate-level credits at no cost in select programs. It’s part of our commitment to help you step into your future with confidence.

After graduation, you'll have lifelong access to career services, including career counseling, job search assistance, and resume reviews. You can get help with job strategies, applications, and interview preparation, and our networking events connect you with employers and alumni to open doors to meaningful opportunities.

Bethel gives you the tools to build confidence before you ever sit down for a real interview. You can participate in mock interviews, feedback sessions with career coaches, and use SkillsFirst—an AI-powered platform where you can record and review your answers to common interview questions. You’ll also learn how to highlight your strengths, share your story, and follow up like a pro—all so you will stand out to employers..

At Bethel, we believe your work is more than a job—it’s a calling. That’s why we offer faith-based career coaching that helps students discern how their spiritual gifts, values, and skills align with professional paths. Whether you're exploring nonprofit leadership, business, education, or healthcare, we’ll help you consider how your vocation can reflect Christ’s love in the world.
At Bethel, vocation is your whole life formed around God’s vision of flourishing—shaping who you are and what you do, for God’s glory and your neighbor’s good. Your calling is how that vocation takes shape throughout your life—through your studies, work, relationships, and service. It’s not a single destination, but an ongoing response to God’s invitation to live with purpose, guided by faith and community. The Studio for Vocation and Calling helps you explore both, so you graduate with clarity and direction.

Yes—building your professional network is a key part of Bethel’s career development approach. You can connect with alumni through mentorship programs, networking events, classroom panels, and the Bethel University Alumni LinkedIn group. These experiences help students like you learn from professionals in their field and often lead to internships, jobs, or meaningful advice.

Employers looking to hire college students or recent graduates can post job and internship openings through Handshake, attend Bethel’s career fairs, or host on-campus info sessions. We’re eager to collaborate with organizations that value integrity, leadership, and service—traits Bethel students are known for.

Career support at Bethel is built to serve all students. If you're an adult, graduate, or seminary student, you’ll have access to flexible resources like virtual coaching, resume help, and career advancement tools. Whether you're changing careers, returning to school, or seeking a promotion, our team will help you navigate your next step with confidence.