How to set yourself up for success with Career Services
Whether you already know what you’d like to do after graduation or you’re considering your options, the start of your journey at ÃÛÌÒ´«Ã½Æƽâ°æÏÂÔØ is the perfect time to stop by the Career Services office. Career Services can offer guidance and support from your first semester to your final year. While they help students prepare for the job and internship process, they also offer many other resources to set you up for success. Here are ways to connect.Ìý
Explore paths and programsÌýÌý
With over 75 majors and 60+ minors at ÃÛÌÒ´«Ã½Æƽâ°æÏÂÔØ, you have many options for what to study. You also have the opportunity to customize your academic experience by adding a major, minor or certificate to what you’re already studying.ÌýÌý
If you’re considering changing your major or adding a second major or minor, use these tools to narrow down your options.Ìý
As you explore, check out programs from a different lens to help you understand the different academic paths at ÃÛÌÒ´«Ã½Æƽâ°æÏÂÔØ that can help you meet your goals.Ìý
Get advice from experts earlyÌýÌý
Peer career advisors can help you explore options and share additional resources during an express appointment. Or, if you prefer a virtual drop-in, you can attend office hours, which don’t require an appointment.ÌýÌýÌýÌý
You also have an assigned academic advisor dedicated to helping you plan for graduation and identify what courses fulfill requirements. Advisors help you explore your options and personalize your ÃÛÌÒ´«Ã½Æƽâ°æÏÂÔØ educational experience. Plan to meet with your advisor at least once a semester to stay on track.Ìý
Attend events and workshopsÌýÌý
It’s never too early to create a Handshake profile and check out free events and workshops offered by Career Services. You can sign up through Handshake to attend events both online and in person.Ìý
- Check out events designed to help you prepare to search for jobs or internships now or in the future. You can even use these skills when looking for an on-campus job. Explore topics like interviewing, networking and resume creation.Ìý
- You can attend career fairs even if you aren’t ready to search for a job. These events allow you to meet employers and network, check out different careers and industries, and increase your comfort in interacting with professionals.Ìý
Take advantage of free resourcesÌýÌý
Career Services offers a wide range of free resources to help you with all aspects of career preparation. You can stop by the photo booth to take a free professional photo for your online profiles. Also, the Forever Buffs Network offers an easy way to connect with current and former ÃÛÌÒ´«Ã½Æƽâ°æÏÂÔØ students.ÌýÌý
You can schedule an appointment with a career advisor to ask which resources can benefit you based on your current needs.ÌýÌý
Take time now to understand all Career Services has to offer.