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Below are suggestions for resources that are available at many colleges and the online resources that are available to everyone.
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 how to 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. |
| My Perfect Resume: myperfectresume.com | finding tips for interviewing and job search strategies. |
MY COLLEGE’S RESOURCES
What are some of your college's specific resources? Make a list of the unique resources available at your school. Have you taken advantage of any of them?