Use Resources: Explore the CDC website and resource library. Register in OWL CareerLink.
Major Assistance: Research potential majors by talking with an advisor and attending the Carnival of Majors Fair.
Career Assessments: Investigate careers through Career Assessments that correspond to your interests, skills, values, and personality.
Career Guidance: Talk with faculty about the career paths of former students and other career options.
Get Involved: Become involved in campus activities that relate to your interests and career goals.
SLS 1301: 1-credit course offered each fall and spring semester for students interested in exploring career options, understanding how to make an informed decision about choosing their major as well as getting a head start on the right career path.
2nd Year
Use Resources: Explore the CDC website and resource library. Register in OWL CareerLink.
Major Assistance: Research potential majors by talking with an advisor and attending the Carnival of Majors Fair.
Career Assessments: Investigate careers that correspond to your interests, skills, values, and personality.
Resume Writing: Meet with a career advisor to draft or critique your resume. Attend a Resume Writing Workshop.
Co-op/Internship: Get experience in the world of work by exploring Co-op or internship opportunities. Meet with an advisor or attend a Co-op Workshop at the CDC.
Career Guidance: Talk with faculty about the career paths of former students and other career options.
Professional Mentor Program: Contact professionals in your field of study to ask questions and gain information about their career. Available through your OWL CareerLink Account.
Mock Interview: Meet with a career advisor to participate in a Mock Interview in order to improve your interviewing skills. Attend an Interview Skills Workshop.
Career Days: Career Days (in the fall and spring) provide students with opportunities to meet with employers for networking, Co-ops, internships, and professional employment.
Get Involved: Become involved in campus activities that relate to your interests and career goals.
Assume Leadership Roles: Investigate leadership opportunities and secure positions in organizations of which you are a member
SLS 1301: 1-credit course offered each fall and spring semester for students interested in exploring career options, understanding how to make an informed decision about choosing their major as well as getting a head start on the right career path.
3rd & 4th Year
Use Resources: Explore the CDC website and resource library. Register in OWL CareerLink.
Major Assistance: Research potential majors by talking with an advisor and attending the Carnival of Majors Fair.
Career Assessments: Investigate careers that correspond to your interests, skills, values, and personality.
Resume Writing: Meet with a career advisor to draft or critique your resume. Attend a Resume Writing Workshop.
Co-op/Internship: Get experience in the world of work by exploring Co-op or internship opportunities. Meet with an advisor or attend a Co-op Workshop at the CDC.
Job Search Assistance: Meet with an advisor to discuss your job search. View the Calendar of Events on the CDC’s website and sign-up to attend workshops on: Job Search Strategies and Salary Negotiations.
Mock Interview: Meet with a career advisor to participate in a Mock Interview in order to improve your interviewing skills. Attend an Interview Skills Workshop.
On-Campus Interviewing: Apply to interview with select employers on campus.
Career Days: Career Days (in the Fall and Spring) provide students with opportunities to meet with employers for networking, Co-ops, internships, and professional employment.
Graduate/Professional School: Explore graduate and professional school educational opportunities by attending Professional/Graduate School Information Day. Attend workshops on applying to graduate school and take applicable entrance examinations.
Business Etiquette Dining Event: Dine like a pro and learn tips about networking during a formal business interview. Held every Spring.
Career Guidance: Talk with faculty about the career paths of former students and other career options.
Professional Mentor Program: Contact professionals in your field of study to ask questions and gain information about their career. Available through your OWL CareerLink account.
Get Involved: Become involved in campus activities that relate to your interests and career goals.
Assume Leadership Roles: Investigate leadership opportunities and secure leadership positions in organizations of which you're a member.
Professional Organizations: Join local, regional and national professional organizations in your field.
