Education
Do you want to help kids grow and succeed? Do you feel successful when others have achieved or exceeded their potential? Do you want to promote a love of learning? Have you enjoyed being a TA or tutor during high school or college? If so, the Education Career Community might be just for you! This community focuses on careers that involve helping those interested in educating children and adults. Career opportunities include Teaching (Elementary, Middle, High-School or College), School Administration/Policy, and Research).
| Careers in Education | ||
| Higher Education, Student Services, Administration | Teacher (Elementary, Middle, High-School) | Educational/Instructional Design Consultant |
| Training and Development | Counseling/Social Work | Education Policy |
| Informal Education/Camping | Speech Pathology | Special Needs Teacher |
Volunteering
There are great opportunities to develop/improve your teaching skills. Please check with Mindy to get connected to these experiences.
- Early Childhood Center
- Bishop Scholars
- Big Brothers/Big Sisters
- Delaware County United Way
- Grace Clinic
- Ohio Wildlife Center
Seeking Alumni in Education? Look no further! We have a cultivated list of Alums who are eager to speak with you. Check out their profiles and reach out! Access tools on our Build a Network page for further templates and resources!
We strongly encourage that you create a LinkedIn profile! This is a great way to build your network and connect with fellow Alumni, faculty, and connections from OWU. Check out 15,000+ OWU Alumni, and join the OWU group below!
Meet your Career Catalyst
Mindy Agin
Assistant Director of Career Planning & Exploration
Upcoming Events
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Templates & Examples
OWU Alumni Partners
High School Principal – Bryan High School
5th Grade Math & Science Teacher with Columbus City Schools
Education and Engagement Administrator Cleveland Metroparks
Staff Assessment Leader and Student Readiness Teacher The Franklin County Juvenile Intervention Center
Assistant Principal Devonshire Alternative Elementary School (Columbus City Schools)
Senior Director Volunteer Program (retired) ACDI/VOCA
Environmental Services (Retired)
VP- Strategy
Career Resources & Job Boards
- OWU Strengths List
Review the Clifton Strengths 34 Strength “Themes”. - Interview Success Guide
Have an interview coming up? Learn how best to prepare and questions you can ask them. - Internship/Job Organization Platform (RAIN)
AMAZING resource to organize your internship & job search process. - Free Graduate School Test Prep
Looking to start practicing for your DAT, GMAT, LSAT, MCAT, or OAT? View practice tests, study materials, and more depending on the exam! Ohio Means Jobs has a great free resource that everyone can access it for free, but to save your progress you can register for a free account. Navigate to College Test Preparation for Access ... - Virtual Challenge Cards
What’s your “Why?” “What challenges do I want to tackle?” To get started, login and use the code “OWU.” - Featured OWU “Career Experiences”
Check out the TOP internship/research and other experiences that fellow students have pursued.
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Featured Jobs
- Employer: Catawba County Government Expires: 10/11/2026 Catawba County Parks is seeking an energetic and service-driven individual to join our team as a Park Ranger. Park Rangers are stewards of our natural spaces, ensuring safe, well-maintained, and welcoming environments across the […]
- Employer: St. Louis County Expires: 10/11/2026 St. Louis County is hiring a dedicated and compassionate Social Worker for our child protection team. Social Workers are responsible for professional work performing assessments, intervention, case management and person-centered advocacy for our Children […]
- Employer: United Way of Summit and Medina Expires: 10/11/2026 COORDINATOR, FAMILY RESOURCESPURPOSE OF POSITION: The purpose of this position is to assist families in designated school(s) by developing, coordinating, and providing a comprehensive set of wraparound services to address non-academic […]
Featured Internships
- Employer: Camp Augusta Expires: 11/09/2026 Environmental Educator and Youth Counselor – Education InternshipLocation: Northern California (onsite housing provided)Position Type: Full-time, seasonal (May 18th-August 14th)Compensation: From $5000 + food, housing, utilities, training, and perks! Are you passionate about environmental education and eager […]
- Employer: Camp Augusta Expires: 11/09/2026 Summer Camp Counselor – (Educational Psychology Internship Credit Optional)Make Your Summer Memorable, Meaningful, & Full of Growth!Location: Northern California (onsite housing provided)Position Type: Full-time, seasonal (May 18th-August 14th)Compensation: From $5000 + fresh food, housing, utilities, […]
- Employer: Camp Augusta Expires: 11/09/2026 Camp Counselor – Sociology InternshipLocation: Northern California (onsite housing provided)Position Type: Full-time, seasonal (May 18th-August 14th)Compensation: From $5000 + food, housing, utilities, training, and perks!Are you interested in spending a summer working with children from […]