ElevateU at University of Montana

Your Griz Guide to Career Success

ElevateU is your guide to career success at the University of Montana. It encompasses all of the resources and opportunities UM offers to ensure you are well-prepared for your future. Whether you are exploring career pathways, experiencing enriching out-of-class experiences, ready to set and  embrace professional goals, or elevate yourself from your college life to your professional path, ElevateU provides the steps to get you to where you want to go. Seamlessly integrated into your UM experience, ElevateU, makes it so you are not just a bystander in your career journey but an active participant. This process is woven into your coursework here at UM as well as into other experiential learning opportunities such as student employment, study abroad, service projects, or scoring an internship.  ElevateU is your personalized toolkit, to utilize at your convenience, guaranteeing that you are well-prepared, not just academically, but with the practical skills and experiences necessary for a successful transition into your chosen career.  

ElevateU is a campus-wide initiative administered by Experiential Learning and Career Success, made possible through the generous support of donors, administrators, faculty, and staff.

How can ElevateU Guide Me On My Career Journey?

ElevateU guides you in providing resources to help you Explore career pathways, the opportunities to Experience and grow your skillset, to ability to set and Embrace your career goals, and the preparation to Elevate yourself to your future career. Each of these components encompasses a variety of resources and opportunities for you to become career-ready, but you don't have to follow each one in order. You can also engage in different parts at different times to fit your needs; you can even revisit certain parts of the program. The goal is for you to acquire lifelong professional development skills.

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Video: Discover ElevateU

ELCS is here to Support you with your ElevateU Experience

While there are many services and organizations that may play a role in your unique ElevateU journey, Experiential Learning and Career Success (ELCS) offers a variety of resources and services to guide you along your path. Check out our appointments menu or the resources below to see how we can help you!

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ElevateU Online

  • Join live coaching sessions with industry experts in business, sustainability, data science, and more.
  • Explore 22 online learning journeys that support and strengthen career preparation on the following topics including, but not limited to Self-Awareness, Career Awareness, Career Exploration, Personal Branding, Professional Relationships, and Professional Skills.

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  • Login with your UM NetID and Password
  • Seek and apply for on-and off-campus jobs and internships.
  • 6,700+ posted each month for UM students!
  • 700+ Missoula employers, 1,400+ Montana employers, and 5K+ regional employers.
  • Stay informed of upcoming career fairs and events.