Career Advising
Career Specialists provide individualized guidance to undergraduate and graduate students and alumni through all stages of career development. Career Specialists are available for one-to-one appointments either in person or virtually. Students may log in to Handshake to sign up for an appointment with the Career Specialist based on their academic major.
Learn More and Make an Appointment
Career Development
Developing Your Career Development Plan provides a structured, goal-oriented approach to building the skills, experiences, and network necessary to achieve long-term career success. By outlining actionable steps each year, students can gain clarity on career direction, develop competitive resumes and portfolios, and make informed decisions about internships and jobs, ensuring they graduate professionally ready for the job market or graduate school. As an undergraduate student, it's important to explore opportunities, remain flexible and adjust as you learn more about your interests, skills and career aspirations.
Customize Your Career Development Plan
Career Strategies for Freshmen and Sophomores
Career Readiness Competencies
Career Readiness is a foundation from which to demonstrate you possess and have demonstrated the core competencies workplace success and lifelong career management. There are 8 Career Readiness Skills that employers seek in candidates for internships and post-graduate employment.
Career Readiness Self Reflection Workbook
Resumes and Cover Letter Templates
Resume and Cover Letter Templates
Acing The Interview
Practice Interviewing by:
- Using the StandOut Practice Interview Tool or
- Making a Practice Interview Appointment with Your Career Specialist
References
10 Tips for Top Notch References
Claim Your Handshake Account
Internships
Locating and Applying for an Internship
Building Your Internship Resume
Graduating undergraduate students who have participated in study abroad, community service, leadership, internship and/or undergraduate research experience will be eligible for an Experiential Learning pin. You can apply for one or more recognitions by completing the Experiential Learning Recognition Request Form. Note that you can complete one form for multiple recognitions.
Career Connect + Program for Recognized Clubs and Organizations
Student Career Center Student Advisory Board
The Student Career Center’s Student Advisory Board brings the student voice to identifying, enhancing, and assessing the services, resources and events offered by the Student Career Center with the goal of supporting student career readiness and success upon degree completion. Interested students may contact Liz Atilano; Director, Student Career Center
Student Advisory Board Guidelines
Career Communities
Guides to Professional Development, Employment Opportunities, On and Off Campus Resources.