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Career Exploration and Development
Career development is a journey of self-discovery and exploration. It involves learning about yourself, researching opportunities, making decisions, and gaining experiences that help shape your future.
Not sure where to start? That’s what we’re here for.
Whether you have a list of career ideas or no clue what you want to do, our Career Counselors can help you explore your options, learn more about yourself, and create a plan for your next steps.
University103: Career Exploration
This course is designed to help students:
- Increase self-awareness
- Explore majors and career options
- Research occupations and industries
- Develop an educational and career plan
This course may be especially beneficial for students who are undecided or considering a change of major.
Talk with your academic advisor to see if this course might be a helpful next step!
Explore Majors and Careers
Not sure where your major can lead? The What Can I Do With A Major In? resource can help you explore common career paths, employers, and strategies related to different academic majors.
Curious about a career or industry? The Labor Market Insights tool can help you learn about job responsibilities, salary information, workforce demand, and future employment trends.
The Career Development Process
Self-awareness is the foundation of effective career planning. Understanding who you are can help identify careers and work environments where you are most likely to thrive.
Explore:
- Interests
- Values
- Strengths/Skills
- Personality
Once you have a better understanding of yourself, begin exploring options that align with your interests and goals.
Explore:
- Majors
- Career Pathways
- Industries
- Labor market trends
- Internships and experiential learning opportunities
Use what you have learned about yourself and career paths to evaluate options and make informed choices.
This might include:
- Choosing a major
- Selecting a career direction
- setting educational goals
Turn your plans into meaningful experiences and opportunities.
Examples:
- Enrolling in relevant coursework
- Declaring or changing a major
- Participating in internships
- Meeting with a Career Counselor
Looking for more career exploration resources? Scroll down to access additional tools, articles, and resources to help you learn about majors, careers, and career planning.
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