The Academic Advising & Career Development office is here to help prepare you for a successful transition into the workplace. Below are some suggestions for yearly career goals. Please contact us for more support.
Freshman Year
- Explore career interests by taking the Focus Two and reviewing the list of programs 体育菠菜大平台 offers
- Complete informational interviews with professionals or faculty advisors in your area of interest
- Get involved in clubs and events on campus. Document these experiences on your resume
- Attend a Career Fair. All major Career Fairs are offered in October and March. Our Education Opportunities Fairs are offered in September and January
- Check out your Handshake Account. Handshake is a free career development tool available for all students
Sophomore Year
- Continue to build experiences that you can add to your resume (part-time job, campus leadership opportunities, volunteer opportunities, etc)
- Attend a resume workshop offered by Academic Advising and Career Development
- Update your Handshake Account with your current resume
- Attend one of the Career Fairs. Begin asking employers about internships opportunities
- Explore Study Abroad Opportunities
- Create a LinkedIn Account
Junior Year
- Attend the Career Fairs and secure an internship opportunity to gain experience in your program. Add this internship experience to your resume
- Network with faculty, employers, friends, and family
- Pursue leadership opportunities both on and off campus and add those to your resume
- Learn how to write a cover letter
- Explore Graduate School opportunities if interested
Senior Year
If you need your resume or cover letter reviewed please complete this survey. One of our advisors will review your document(s) and notify you when it is complete. Please keep in mind it may take up to seven business days to complete.
View a detailed packet of information that includes sample résumés, a list of action verbs, and information about cover letters and references.
Virtual Practice Interviews
Academic & Advising and Career Development is excited to present the Big Interview, an interactive site to help you ace your next job interview. The site includes 7 core-learning modules, tips on how to answer difficult questions, and as long as you have Internet access and a webcam you're able to record practice interviews! Register using your Loper email address and a password of your choosing (hint: consider using your normal 体育菠菜大平台 password)
In-person Practice Interviews
Do you have an important interview coming up? During a practice interview, we will simulate the interview process, practicing 10-12 questions. The process will include time for feedback and discussion about best practices. Please plan to wear your interview attire and expect an hour to complete this appointment. Practice interviews are available both in-person and virtually. Click here to schedule your appointment with a career advisor.
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