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Want to explore career options in your field of interest? Unsure what major will help you achieve your career goals? Our career counselors can help guide your decision-making process.

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Career Services is open and here to help you navigate your career goals, both in-person and virtually. Our team is here for you and are eager to help you with any career questions or dreams that you may have.

Chat bubbles iconDrop-In Career Counseling

Have a quick question and need career answers? We've got you covered with a 10-15 minutes session with a career professional. No appointment needed, ever.

  • IN-PERSON DROP-IN SESSIONS
    Monday - Friday, 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
     

    • Bank of America Career Services Center
      No appointment needed

Perfect for...

  • Learning how to get help from Career Services
  • Resume or cover letter review
  • Prep for an upcoming interview or career fair
  • Personal statement or application essay questions
  • Getting started with other questions

Calendar iconCareer Counseling Appointments

Need more than a drop-in session? Our team of career counselors is waiting to help you navigate more complicated career questions.

Perfect for...
  • Asking in-depth questions or developing a plan
  • Questions about job and internship searches
  • Personal statement review
  • Learning career options for a major
Schedule career counseling online!
Meet with a career counselor to discuss your goals and ask questions. In-person and virtual appointments are available.
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Group of three people iconPeer Career Assistants

Need a quick resume review or help using a career resource? Meet with our highly trained Peer Career Assistants to help with your career questions (fall and spring semesters only). 

  • Stop by the Bank of America Career Services Center during drop-in hours
    Monday - Friday, 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Perfect for...
  • Feedback from trained students just like you
  • Help with resumes, resources, and cover letters

Globe iconPeace Corps

Interested in spending time abroad to help educate others? Meet with our dedicated Peace Corps recruiter to find the answers you need.

Perfect for...
  • Learning about the Peace Corps application process
  • Asking about the Peace Corps Prep Program
  • Discovering what it's like to live overseas

Handshake iconMock Interviews

Practice makes perfect! Simulate a real interview with customized questions and interview feedback based on your career goals.

Perfect for...
  • Students prepping for a specific job or internship interview
  • Reviewing and understanding where you can improve
“ Students who receive career-specific support feel most prepared for the workforce. ”
Strada-Gallup January 2018 Student Survey Report

Career Resources Online

No time to wait? Our online library of career information can get you what you need when you need it. Learn about everything from career exploration to graduate school and anything in-between. 

 

Our events and programs are open to all students regardless of sex, gender, sexual orientation, race, or any other protected class. Student Affairs is committed to building a community of belonging for all.