Mary Fisk, Marine Corps veteran and Student Veteran Career Counselor at Penn State University, joins us to talk about proactive veteran career support and how higher Education can be a powerful anchor in the military-to-civilian transition.

Mary shares how Penn State offers one-on-one advising, career fairs, lunch & learns, and hybrid-access workshops to support more than 3,000 military-connected students across 24 campuses and its World Campus. She also gives advice on internships, resume building, and why engaging early in your career journey is essential for success.

If you’re a veteran or military-affiliated student looking to thrive after service, this episode is packed with insight, tools, and motivation.

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