Associate Vice President for Career and Professional Development

Ryan Willerton has served as Associate Vice President for Career and Professional Development in the Division of Student Affairs since August 2017. In this role, he oversees the Meruelo Family Center for Career Development and initiatives related to career discernment. Ryan’s service to the Notre Dame community has spanned 27 years in various student life capacities, including the Office of Community Standards, Student Activities, and Residential Life. Ryan's interests include AI and creative uses of data to advance career development initiatives. He is active on LinkedIn and can help you build out a compelling presence on the platform.

What does being a "career champion" mean to you? 
We can all be a powerful means for good. It starts with reflection and discernment. 

Ryan can also help with

  • Cover letters
  • Resumes
  • Discerning careers
  • Learning how to network
  • Finding gap year opportunities
  • Finding jobs & internships
  • Interview prep
  • Job offers