By Lisa Hamilton Here is some general information about internships and ways to connect with internship opportunities. You can always schedule an appointment with your assigned Career Coach to learn more. Many students come to the CDC to learn about internships. Freshmen often wonder if it is even possible to get an internship after their… Read more »
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Your Questions Answered! How can we help connect students with professionals?
By Michael G. Moore One of the most effective ways of increasing your knowledge and experience in areas of career interest is to expand your personal and professional networks. Everyone already has an existing network of friends, family, mentors, teachers and such. This previously built network can serve to not only provide you with valuable… Read more »
Your Questions Answered! How do you choose your major/career?
By Stacey Abshire With 140 majors, 168 minors, and 44 certificates, Indiana University provides many opportunities to create a unique career path. The problem becomes – how do you choose? Your career coach can help you identify your values, interests, personality, and skills, and explore options that align with them. Your career coach can help… Read more »
Campus offices that help students get into and prepare for graduate school
By Pat Donahue Did you know that over 25% of IUB students attend graduate or professional school following commencement? If you are considering law school, medical school, an M.B.A., master’s or Ph.D. programs, your first stop for advice should be professors or professional staff who have already achieved the advanced degree you are seeking. They… Read more »
What are some ways to find a part-time job?
By Lisa Hamilton Below are some ideas you can use when searching for part-time jobs. In addition to being a source of income, part-time jobs can help you develop transferable and marketable skills, build your resume, network, and assist in career clarification. You can always schedule an appointment with your assigned Career Coach to learn… Read more »
What if I already know my major or career? How can we help you?
What if I already know my major or career? What are other ways my career coach can help me? That is great news! If you already know your major or career interests, your career coach can provide resources and knowledge to start building experience in those areas which is an important part of the career… Read more »
Your question answered: How do I schedule a career coaching appointment?
We are looking forward to seeing you all at the CDC this year. Although appointments with your career coach are not required, they are highly encouraged. There are plenty of things you can start doing now to ensure future career success and finding your best fit. Don’t wait until your last semester to begin thinking… Read more »
Tip Tuesday: Explore Through Classes
This week’s tip is brought to you by Bethany Aho, Recruiting Operations Supervisor at Echo Global Logistics: “Most of the time you will end up stumbling upon a career you love. But in order for that to happen, you have to try a lot of different things and identify your strengths and weaknesses. My best… Read more »
Tip Tuesday: Personalizing Cover Letters
Always, always, always try to personalize your communications to employers! This is one of the easiest ways to highlight to an employer that you have done your research about a position. If you don’t see a contact on the original posting, call the organization or human resources department within to find out whom you should address… Read more »