Career Development and Career Exploration

How Do I?

Choose My Major?

• Schedule an appointment with the DCO coordinator to explore your options and interests.
• Take an assessment to learn more about your interests and personality.
• Enroll in the course, “Exploring Majors and Careers.”

Know What To Do With My Major

• Check out major and occupational information in the Career Services Office located in 100 Dunford Hall.
• Visit the Career Services Web site.
• Look up your major on “What Can I Do With This Major?” located on the Career Services Web site.

Gain Experience

• Visit part-time job listings in Career Services and on Hire-A-VOL.
• Attend the part-time job fair held every fall and the internship fair held in spring.
• Meet with your Career Services college consultant to explore opportunities.
• Register in Hire-A-VOL.
• Gain relevant experience through internships, part-time jobs, or volunteer positions.

Enhance My Career

• Visit the Disability-Careers Office and Career Services early and often.
• Conduct informational interviews with professionals in careers of interest.
• Arrange job shadowing experiences through programs such as Disability Mentoring Day to get exposure to career fields.
• Use your elective courses to earn a minor or concentration.
• Get involved in student organizations and seek leadership roles.
• Develop strong communication skills.
• Build a strong network of contacts in your field.