Career Planning: Juniors & Seniors
Gain experience.
- Develop professional skills and learn what it’s like to work in certain jobs/professions by consulting with mentors from Career Connections. LINK
- Apply for internships or other part-time work that is related to your field. LINK
Prepare for the transition to the world of work.
- Work on your communication and presentation skills; construct a strong resume and a convincing cover letter; practice your interviewing skills. LINK
- Consult resources on job search planning such as Job Choices on-line magazines (Business & Liberal Arts link; Science, Engineering, & Technology link; Diversity link) or Job Search Handbook for Educators (free copies available).
- Schedule appointments for resume/cover letter critiques and mock interviews. LINK
- Get to know the expectations of employers. LINK
Plan for graduate school.
- Select colleges & universities that are a good fit and match. LINK
- Pay attention to the recommended graduate school planning timeline. LINK
- Take FREE on-line practice tests - GRE, LSAT, MCAT, GMAT, DAT - to better your exam scores. LINK
- Prepare drafts of personal statements; seek advice and critiques of these essays. LINK
Find employment.
- Utilize JOB CENTER to find opportunities, apply for internships & positions, and network with alumni. LINK
- Attend career events such as On the Porch, CPEC Job & Internship Fair and on-campus discipline specific career days; visit with table recruiters, participate in on-campus interviews and employer information sessions. LINK
- Investigate job opportunities through our subscriptions to (LINK) Bridge Worldwide Music Connection, Environmental Career Opportunites, Careers in Public Affairs, Internships-USA, as well as our Online Career/Job Information resources. LINK
- Research employers; generate good questions for interviews. LINK
- Choose professional references (be sure to secure permission to use them!) LINK
Additional Resources:
- Climb to Your Career in Four Years - A plan for getting there.