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Career and Professional Development Center - Undergraduate Students

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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:

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
  • - 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:

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:

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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Relocation and Cost of Living Tools

Career Transitions

Information on Undergraduate Students