Freshman Year

• Identify interests, work values, skills and abilities through self-assessment and career assessments by utilizing SIGI Plus Online in the Career Center and by visiting the Advising & Career Exploration Services (ACES) in 133 Warner Hall and Counseling Services in 220 Royce Hall.
• Identify majors that relate to your abilities and interests, and then meet with faculty in that department.
• Find relevant work/volunteer experiences in the areas that interest you.
• Research student organizations available on campus and within the community.
• Start and maintain a personal academic file with current grades, reports, projects, honors and activities.
• Create a resume; schedule an appointment with a Career Consultant in the Career Center for a resume critique or an advising session, follow by completing student profile and uploading your resume to Pioneer Career Network.
• Search for a summer job or internship related to your career interest. Review academic department bulletin boards; talk to faculty, family, and friends. Research employers at the Career Center Resource Center and check Pioneer Career Network daily.
• Attend Career Center workshops and events, such as: Career Fairs, Resumes and Cover Letter Writing.
• Consider joining a student organization related to your chosen field of study.
• Maintain a good GPA.