College to Career Journey

Listed below are some suggested activities you can do each year to help prepare for a career. Please know this timeline is only a suggestion, and that it represents the ideal process. Career Services staff and academic advisors are available to assist you each step of the way!

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Step One
Explore opportunities

 First year or transfer students

Whether you’re deciding on a major or exploring opportunities to get involved on campus, we can help you narrow your interests and connect them to your desired career. It’s never too early to meet with Career Services. We firmly believe that if you start here, you can roam anywhere!

Step One Guide

Step Three
Expand your professional experiences

Sophomore or junior year

It is most common to obtain an internship related to your career interest during your junior and senior years of college – though you can gain experience at any point in your college career! Refine your interests and internship search plan so you’re prepared for peak recruiting season.

Step Three Guide

Step Two
Start seeking professional experience

 First or sophomore year

This year is all about getting some work experience. An on-campus job and part-time employment are great ways to begin developing some professional skills like networking, interviewing and creating application materials. Let us help you develop these skills!

Step Two Guide

Step Four
Finish strong

Final year

Finding employment can take anywhere from six to nine months, which means you should begin the application and job search process as early as the September before you graduate. Career Services hosts  career fairs and networking events that coincide with peak hiring times.

Step Four Guide