Career Development Assistance
Career Assessments and Development Consultations
Career development consultations are offered through Career Development Services. See also QUEST, below.
Individual Development Plans
Individual development plans should be completed yearly during the performance dialogue process.
Workshops; Online Courses
Cornell offers both instructor-led workshops and seminars and a wide range of on-line courses.
Educational Benefits
Staff may take for-credit courses through a variety of programs, including the Extramural Program, Tuition Assistance, and the Employee Degree Program. For information on tuition reimbursement for the children of faculty and staff who are enrolled in an accredited college or university, see Cornell Children's Tuition Program.
AIRS (Advanced Internet Recruiting Strategies)
The AIRS web portal provides Cornell staff with a rich array of Web-based tools and resources that will help you manage your career. Contact QUEST with questions.
QUEST
The Qualified University Employees Seeking Transfer (QUEST) program is offered to assist highly qualified staff in their career development at Cornell. The program is offered through the Recruitment and Employment Center at East Hill Plaza.
Dual Career Program
The Dual Career Program provides consultation and advice regarding job possibilities for qualified spouses and partners of recently hired faculty and staff.
Performance Dialogues
Cornell University highly values its staff, and is committed to a process of ongoing dialogue between staff and their supervisors. Formal performance dialogues are held annually.