Welcome to the Allan Center. Ready for What’s Next?
The Allan Center for Career and Professional Development sits at the intersection of professional development and career readiness.
Thanks to a growing list of programs and offerings, the Allan Center is now serving students in an even greater capacity, preparing them to leverage their academic success into internship, career, and relationship building opportunities that will ensure they’re ready for what’s next!
Seamlessly connecting our student, alumni, and industry communities, the Allan Center represents UHart’s larger commitment to prepare students with the knowledge, tools, and guidance to enter the workforce ready to lead.
Career Studio
![Interior of the career studio](Images/career-studio-content-callout-box-495-275.jpg)
Location: GSU 203
Hours
Monday–Friday
9 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Email: career@hartford.edu
Phone: 860.768.4169
Ready to apply for your dream internship? Want to brush up on your interview skills? Looking for a peer mentor to review your resume? Look no further.
UHart’s Career Studio is already a hub for career guidance and mentorship, and now, as part of the new Allan Center for Career and Professional Development, there are even more opportunities for professional growth and development across all seven of the University’s schools and colleges.
It’s never too early to start planning for the future – wherever life may take you! That’s why we’re committed to constantly evaluating and enhancing our programming to addressing our students’ most pressing needs.
Events at the Career Studio
![UHart alumni working with student on resume review](Images/career-to-classroom-social-image-600x315.jpg)
- Career Field Takeovers
- Career + Internship Fairs
- Annual Etiquette Dinner
- Career Exploration Day
- Career to the Classroom Day
- Mock Interview Week
- Workshops + Networking Events
- Workshops on Demand
We are Here to Help You!
About the Center
The Allan Center for Career and Professional Development was made possible by alumnus and current chair of the Board of Regents, Donald Allan Jr. ’86, and his wife, Marilyn. In addition to his role as president and CEO of Stanley Black & Decker, Don has remained connected to his alma mater as a passionate advocate for career readiness and professional development.
In 2024, the Allans longstanding partnership and leadership support was recognized with the new Center, which now bears their name.
Donald Allan Jr. '86, President and CEO, Stanley Black & Decker; Chair, UHart Board of Regents“Our world is changing, and the next generation of makers, creators, tradespeople, and builders are the people who are going to ensure our industries remain collaborative, innovative, and ready to solve the next great challenge. I believe that UHart students are those leaders.”
Meet the team
Development and Alumni Affairs