Alumni Career Services
The Stony Brook University Career Center is a leader in Alumni Career Services and offers life-long career support to graduates of all Stony Brook University degree programs. Our alumni coaches empower clients to see the best in themselves while helping them clarify career direction, authentically network with other professionals, and achieve their goals.
Manager, Alumni Career Services: Marie Parziale

About Marie
Marie Parziale serves as the Alumni Career Services career coach, supporting alumni at every stage of their professional journey. She offers a full range of virtual services, including one-on-one consultations, group coaching, drop-ins, and webinars and workshops. Her guidance is designed for all alumni, from recent graduates launching their careers to mid-career professionals and seasoned leaders looking to grow, pivot, or give back.
Coaching Style
Marie’s coaching style is all about helping people discover what they do well and feel truly confident sharing those gifts with the world. She enjoys guiding clients as they connect their strengths with purposeful, steady career paths that support a meaningful life. A significant part of her approach is helping individuals build meaningful relationships with fellow alumni, facilitating genuine conversations, mentorship, and insight into their respective fields. She believes in the power of networking and views it as an essential part of personal and professional growth. Marie approaches every conversation with warmth, care, and a steady belief in her clients’ potential, leaving them feeling supported and more confident about what’s possible.
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Resources for Alumni Job Seekers
Networking
Use our network of 200,000 alumni to gather market intelligence and make new professional connections.
Career Research
Doing your research is an often overlooked, but essential component to your job search. We have tools and resources to help.
The Job Search
Building a compelling application is an investment. We offer many resources, job fairs and networking events to help you get started.
