Review the following college and online resources for further support.
AT YOUR COLLEGE
VISIT . . . | IF YOU NEED HELP . . . |
Career Center | learning about specific jobs and careers, how to prepare an effective résumé and cover letter, and prepare for an interview. |
Academic Advising/First-Year Counselors | finding supportive networks to connect academic learning to co-curricular and extracurricular learning. |
Instructors | connecting your academic interests to careers. Instructors can recommend specific courses that relate to a particular career. Some instructors have direct contact with companies and serve as contacts for internships. |
Library | finding information on careers. |
Upperclass Students | navigating courses and finding important resources. Many two-year colleges have established peer mentoring programs that connect you to upperclass students for one-on-one guidance. Upperclass students might also have practical experience gained from internships and volunteering. |
Student Organizations | finding leadership development opportunities. |
ONLINE
GO TO . . . | IF YOU NEED HELP . . . |
Occupational Information Network: onetcenter.org | getting information on occupations, skill sets, and links to professional sites for selected occupations. |
Mapping Your Future: mappingyourfuture.org | exploring careers. |
The Riley Guide: rileyguide.com | finding tips for interviewing and job search strategies. |
MY COLLEGE’S RESOURCES
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