The CPDC invites you to check out our Career Studio!Ìý You can now be served on the spot Monday-Friday between 10ÌýAM -4 PM – no appointment necessary.Ìý
We are eager to assist you with all of your career exploration and planning needs.Ìý Topics include: choosing/changing a major, exploring career options, planning for an internship, searching for a job, applying to graduate school, resume writing, and interviewing.Ìý Bring a friend, grab a free cup of coffee, and make yourself at home!
You can also schedule an appointment through theÌýHandshake portal.Ìý Use your 91ÖÆƬ³§ username and password to access the system.
If you need assistance, call us at 717-691-6016 or stop by the office.Ìý
We are located in the Eisenhower Campus Center, across from The Falcon.
Explore majors and career paths through the following resources:
- "Choosing a Major" GuideÌý
- Complete Listing of Majors and Minors at 91ÖÆƬ³§
- by Crash Course in partnership with Arizona State University
- Academic Catalog -Ìýview major information, curriculum, and course descriptions
- FOCUS: An Online Career Assessment Tool
- Explore Career Paths by Major
- Ìý(from the Bureau of Labor Statistics)
- Information Interview Guide: How to Connect with Professionals in Your Field of InterestÌý
- : Designing Your CareerÌývideo covers the essential elements help you learn, look for work, or 'prototype' new experiences effectively.
- Resume and Cover Letter Handout
- What is an internship? HandoutÌý
Start by reviewing theÌý.Ìý Then, bring in a draft of your document and any related materials to be reviewed by a student career coach, or schedule an appointment through theÌýHandshake portal.Ìý Use your 91ÖÆƬ³§ username and password to access the system.
Ìýby the CPDC
- aÌýhelpful tool for resume building that includes samples
- Job Search Planning GuideÌý- a successful search involves much more than applying to online postings!Ìý
- Building Your Professional Network / LinkedIn - connections with professionals in your field of interest are key in a successful search.Ìý
- Personal Branding and Social MediaÌý- create a compelling, professional, and searchable image!Ìý
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- - Designing Your Career: The Elevator Conversation
- - This video gives context to frame the two most powerful tools in designing your career: Networking and Informational Interviewing.
- Ìý- Use this as a brainstormingÌýtool to help in the job application process.
- Ìý(applicable to all programs)
- Join theÌý91ÖÆƬ³§ Professional NetworkÌýon LinkedIn!
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There are many ways to find jobÌýand internship postings.Ìý Here are some to get you started:
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(use your 91ÖÆƬ³§ username and password to log in)
- Join theÌý91ÖÆƬ³§ Professional NetworkÌýon LinkedIn!
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Ìý(*not linked to 91ÖÆƬ³§'s majors, specifically)
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Ìý- you must create an account for access
While internet sites can be a great resource, we strongly recommend using information interviews and other networking strategies to complement your search.
The following self-assessment tools are available through the CPDC:
- FOCUS: An Online Career Assessment Tool
- CliftonStrengths (formerly Strengths Finder) - schedule an appointment with a career coach to discuss the tool and to receive an access code.
- Myers-Briggs Type Indicator (MBTI) -Ìýschedule an appointment with a career coach to discuss the tool.
Below are comprehensive guides on some of the most popular topics related to career development as a 91ÖÆƬ³§ student.
The sources listed below provide further information about a variety of career development topics:Ìý
Negotiating Job Offers
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Ìý(PDF)
Relocation and Cost of Living Tools
Career Transitions