Integrating Career Development So That Students Succeed in the Age of AI

Elliot and Maggie Tomas write in NACE (National Association of Colleges and Employers) on how the traditional separation of academic, personal, and career development is failing students in the age of AI and a tightening job market. To ensure success, institutions must break down silos and embed career readiness into the entire student journey. Best practices include designing curriculum with employer input, integrating career and academic advising, leveraging alumni networks, and replacing outdated info sessions with engaging, project-based experiential learning to build durable skills.