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        Office of Professional & Career Development

        Career Toolbox

        We know that deciding on your career path and preparing to enter the workforce can be a daunting task. That鈥檚 why we鈥檝e compiled videos, podcasts, websites, and more to help guide you along the way. Whether you鈥檙e new to college and looking for the right major or about to graduate and begin your job search, we have the resources to make it easy.

        OPCD

        Meet our team and hear personal stories from your 91看片 peers who are finding professional success.

        Major & Career Exploration

        Self-reflection and research are integral parts of the career development process. By understanding your personality, skills, interest, and values, you are better equipped to find a major and career fit.

        Career & Personality Assessments

        Students enrolled in our BUSI classes will complete career assessments that align with the course objective. These assessments include the Strong Interest Inventory, Myers-Briggs Type Indicator, Clifton Strengths for Students (formerly StrengthsQuest), and DISC. If you haven鈥檛 taken a BUSI course or want to learn more about our assessments, and schedule an appointment with one of our career coaches via .

        • Strong Interest Inventory

          Strong Interest Inventory (SII) matches your interests with the interests of people who have been in career fields for at least three years and are happy with their work. To take this assessment, make an appointment on Handshake for Career Exploration and Research. In this appointment, we will discuss the SII in a little more depth and you鈥檒l receive instructions for taking the assessment.

        • Myers Briggs Type Indicator (MBTI)

          The Myers Briggs Type Indicator, or MBTI, is a self-report assessment designed to identify personality types so they are understandable and useful in everyday life. Your assessment results will enhance your understanding of yourself, your motivations, natural strengths, preferences, and potential areas for growth. Having this knowledge and understanding will help you explore possible career options based on your personality. 

          To take this assessment, you must first make an appointment on  for Career Exploration and Research. You will meet with an advisor to discuss the MBTI in more depth and receive the instructions for taking the assessment.

        Job Search Preparation

        As the world of work continues to change, students need materials and a unique approach that will help them stand out to employers. The resources below are a great starting point for developing a job search strategy.

        • Workforce Preparation
        • R茅sum茅s & Cover Letters

          R茅sum茅/Cover Letter Writing Guides

           

          VMock

          • Use VMock to analyze your r茅sum茅 and receive feedback on various aspects of your r茅sum茅, such as impact, competency analysis, and bullet level feedback.

           

          Videos

        •  Interview Tips
          Interview Stream

          The InterviewStream system offers students the chance to digitally record multiple practice interviews using a computer in the OPCD or from a home computer (equipped with a web-cam and updated software). Through InterviewStream, students can schedule practice interview appointments using equipment in the OPCD, select interview questions to practice answering, and email practice interview videos to career coaches, professors, or employers.

           

          Practice interviewing with this online interactive tool provided by the 91看片 College of Business.

           

          Interview Tip Sheets


          Web Resources for Interview Tips


          Video Resources for Building Interview Skills



          Employers Discuss Professional Dress

        • Networking

          Networking Videos

           

          LinkedIn and Social Media

        • Job Search

          Tips and Advice

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          Job Banks/Career Search Engines

        • Resources for Diverse Audiences

          Online Resources


          • (Jobs and Internships)
          • (Islamic Society of North America)

          Non-Traditional Students and Job Seekers

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          Students and Job Seekers With Disabilities

          • (internships: students with disabilities studying science, engineering, mathematics, computers science, and business)
          • (job seekers with disabilities)
          • : American Association of People with Disabilities

          Separating Military Personnel and Veterans

          • (for veterans looking for civilian jobs)
          • (re-entering the civilian job market; national job search resources for veterans)
        • Relocation
          Cost of Living
          • (CNN Money)
          • (Bankrate)
          • (Sperling鈥檚 Best Places)鈥�
        • Salary Information

          National

        Career Fair Preparation

        Every semester, the OPCD collaborates with employers and other campus partners to offer a host of career fairs and high-impact networking events. The resources below will ensure that students are prepared to take advantage of these opportunities.

         

        Contact Us

        We can answer your questions at the Office of Professional and Career Development.

        Lowder Hall

        Office of Professional and Career Development

        Lowder Hall 101