Self-Guided Career Exploration
Take Action
Now that you’ve narrowed down some options, it’s time to start working towards your goals! Whether “taking action” means connecting with employers, testing out options, gaining work experience, or obtaining more information about a career, you can find resources for moving forward in your career plan below.
Take Action
Network with Professionals
- Begin using LinkedIn to connect with professionals and potential employers. Check out this article from LinkedIn for advice on connecting with alumni and these sample LinkedIn messages
- Attend Career Events.
- Conduct an informational interview to learn more about a certain career and how to get there.
- Job shadow someone in a prospective career field to get a feel for the work environment and day-to-day tasks
Job/Internship Search
- Use Handshake to search for on- and off-campus jobs, internships, or co-ops.
Have more questions about a specific career path or industry? Schedule an appointment with a Career Advisor or drop in to CareerLab !
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Start making decisions, setting goals, and planning action steps.
Take Action
Learn how to gain experience, job search tools, and connecting with employers.