Career Placement Services

NOTES AND CONDITIONS

Employment and Career Advancement:

The Houston Institute of Global Health does not guarantee employment placement or career advancement. Actual outcomes vary by geographic area, previous work experience and opportunities for employment.

Transition From Student to a Healthcare Professional

The Houston Institute of Global Health (HIGH) offers career services that extend beyond the classroom and after graduation. The Houston Institute of Global Health’s Career Placement Services department maintains relationships with healthcare providers to assist students with their job search in the healthcare industry. In addition to technical expertise, employers look for candidates with soft skills who can provide patient care in a professional manner and collaborate efficiently within a medical team. The Houston Institute of Global Health Career Placement Services offers coaching in these areas to help students develop interpersonal skills that healthcare providers seek when reviewing candidates to hire.

The Houston Institute of Global Health (HIGH) Career Placement Services is a central component of the student journey that aids in transitioning from student to healthcare professionals. Our Career Placement Service Advisors work alongside students to assist in preparation for entering a healthcare career. Career Placement Services offers assistance for HIGH students and graduates, including access to HIGH’s network of employers for job seeking purposes, resume writing, interviewing preparation, and negotiating salaries.

  • We provide a diverse source of healthcare human capital for a wide variety of entry-level positions, including bilingual professionals.
  • Our graduates have previous extern field experience, allowing them to make an immediate contribution to your organization.
  • We offer opportunities to partner with future employees through externship opportunities, resulting in less turnover and greater cost savings.
  • Our graduates are available for contract-to-hire, direct hire, or PRN opportunities, depending on the positions open.
  • Our students and graduates receive regular and ongoing coaching and feedback to ensure positive performance.
  • Our professional Career Placement Services Team carefully evaluates graduates and identifies the most qualified candidates for employers, saving recruiting resources and time.
  • Optional background checks and drug screens prior to hiring help ensure a match of the highest quality candidates.
Resumés, Cover Letters, and Interviews