Appointments are a great way to get individualized career advice and feedback from one
of our career services professionals.
Career Coaches can assist you with writing resumes or cover letters, finding internships,
developing job search strategies, and practicing interview skills. Career Coaches
can also help you with establishing career goals, interpreting career-related assessments,
making career decisions, and overcoming obstacles to career development. Remember,
career coaches will not make a decision for you.
To schedule an appointment, log in to your Handshake account and follow the instructions
on the Student FAQs page.
Please note: To accommodate the needs of TU's large student population, appointments can only
be requested three days in advance of the appointment day, and individual appointments
are limited to three per semester. If you need to cancel an appointment, log in to
Handshake, go to your appointment, and click “Cancel Appointment” at least 24 hours
before your scheduled appointment. A “no-show” will be declared when 10 minutes have
elapsed past the original start time of the scheduled appointment and you have yet
to arrive (see No Show Policy below).
Appointment Types
Career Center Services
Express Hours (In Person)
To participate in Express Hours, students can visit the Career Center (UU 225) during
the semester Monday through Friday from 11 a.m. to 4:45 p.m. for a brief review with
a Career Peer Advisor.
If this is for a class assignment, students should indicate the class and instructor
they are completing the assignment for.
Express Hours (Virtual)
Students can have their resume and cover letter reviewed virtually by a Career Peer
Advisor through Handshake on Monday – Thursday from 11:30 a.m. – 7 p.m. or Friday
from 11:30 a.m. — 5 p.m.
Students should be prepared to share their resume and cover letter documents during
the virtual appointment.
If it is for a class assignment, students should indicate the class and instructor
they are completing the assignment for.
LinkedIn Photo Booth (Iris Air)
Your photo is the first opportunity to make a good impression on your LinkedIn, Handshake
and social media profiles.
Make it current and professional by taking a headshot of yourself using our Iris Air
photo booth.
You can have your photo taken by visiting the Career Center (UU 225) Monday through
Friday from 11 a.m. to 4:45 p.m.
Don’t forget to bring/wear your professional attire.
SuiTUp Professional Attire Closet
Make an impactful first impression at your next interview, job fair or networking
event with professional attire.
Schedule a half-hour time slot to “shop” SuiTUp’s selection of suits, jackets, pants/skirts/dresses,
shirts, and accessories.
All items are available free of charge – some for students to keep, others to borrow
(these must be returned within five days).
Private space is available to try on clothing.
Career Coaching Appointments
Resume and/or Cover Letter
To schedule a Resume and/or Cover Letter appointment, you must first have your resume
and/or cover letter reviewed during Express Hours.
Appointments are approximately 30 minutes long.
Bring a copy of your resume. Our resource library is available for you to print it
for free.
If possible, know the specific position you are applying for and what skills that
position requires.
If you have not targeted a specific job, be prepared to indicate the type of job or
internship you will be seeking.
If possible, bring a copy of the job or internship advertisement.
Be ready to talk about your various experiences and achievements.
Notify the reviewer if the appointment is a class assignment.
The reviewer will write comments directly on your resume and go over them with you.
You may receive handouts and/or worksheets to supplement critiques.
Job Search Strategies
Appointments are approximately 30 minutes long.
Come prepared to discuss your interests and goals for the future. (If you are not
sure about your career goals, consider scheduling a career counseling appointment.)
Bring a printed copy of your resume and/or cover letter. Our resource library is available
for you to print for free. If you would like a comprehensive resume and/or cover letter
review, please consider scheduling a resume review or cover letter appointment.
Be ready to discuss your current employment status and any steps you have already
taken to achieve your career goals.
The counselor/advisor will go over key components to a successful job search and assist
you in developing a strategy to cover all areas of the job search process.
The counselor/advisor will share specific tools, tips and resources to help you complete
the next steps in your search
Internship Search Strategies
Appointments are approximately 30 minutes long.
Bring a copy of your resume. Our resource library is available for you to print it
for free.
If you do not have a specific internship in mind, be prepared to talk about your interests
or goals so that the advisor can help you identify internship resources.
Be ready to talk about your various experiences and achievements, and how they may
relate to your internship.
You will be asked about what steps you have already taken, as well as receive guidance
regarding what steps to take next.
Our goal is to help you identify resources and possible internships that may help
you meet your learning goals. You then can apply these strategies to a successful
search.
On-Campus Student Employment
Appointments are approximately 30 minutes long
Bring a copy of your resume. If you don’t have a resume, bring a list of jobs you
have held as well as any activities and/or volunteer work.
Come prepared to discuss the following:
Hours when you would be available to work.
Whether you have received/accepted a Federal Work Study award.
If you have any other limitations/commitments that would affect your employment eligibility
(such as academic standing, visa status).
Your interests and goals for the future (if you are not sure about your career goals,
consider scheduling a Major/Career Exploration appointment).
The career coach will show you how to search for and apply to campus jobs on Handshake.
You also may discuss part-time job options in the community near campus. The career
coach will go over key components to a successful job search and assist you in developing
a strategy to cover all areas of the job search process.
The career coach will share specific tools, tips and resources to help you complete
the next steps in your search.
Major/Career Exploration
A career coach will review resources and strategies for researching careers and majors related to your career plan.
This type of appointment is helpful if you have an idea of what you would like to
do or what you want to major in and would like more specifics for your options.
If you have are very open and want to explore multiple options, Career Counseling
will be a better appointment for you.
Graduate School Application Process
Appointments are approximately 30 minutes long.
Come prepared to discuss your interests and goals for the future; if you’ve identified/applied
to specific programs, it would be helpful to bring information on the programs and
their admission requirements.
Be ready to discuss any steps you have already taken to research or apply to graduate
school. The counselor/advisor will provide guidance regarding what steps to take next
in the application process, and how to take those steps successfully.
Don’t worry if you are just beginning the process; the counselor/advisor is there
to help you, regardless of how far you are in the process.
The counselor/advisor may provide you with resources and advice regarding the following:
Deciding when to pursue graduate education and how to identify programs
Application timelines
Obtaining letters of recommendation
Entrance exams
Personal statements (if possible, bring a copy of the essay question and guidelines
and be ready to talk about your various experiences and achievements)
Graduate school interviews (see the Mock Interview description if you’d like to schedule
this type of appointment)
LinkedIn/Networking
Appointments are approximately 30 minutes long.
If possible, bring a copy of your resume and/or cover letter. Our resource library
is available for you to print them for free.
If possible, create a free LinkedIn account before your appointment.
Be prepared to show the counselor/advisor your LinkedIn, Facebook, Twitter, or other
social media or blog sites.
Come prepared to discuss your interests and goals for the future and how social media
might impact them.
Be ready to discuss your current employment status and any steps you have already
taken to achieve your career goals.
The counselor/advisor will provide guidance regarding what steps to take next in developing
a professional presence online.
The counselor/advisor will provide you with strategies to assist you in using social
media tools to enhance your career development and/or job search.
Don’t worry if you are just beginning to create social media; the counselor/advisor
is there to help you, regardless of how far you are in the process.
Come prepared to discuss your level of comfort with and questions about networking.
The counselor/advisor will help you brainstorm key players in your existing network
and talk about the effective use of social media.
The counselor/advisor will discuss strategies that will help you expand your network,
including the Tiger Mentor Network.
The counselor/advisor will answer questions regarding professional etiquette in various
networking settings.
The counselor/advisor will role play networking conversations with you if desired.
New Grad Appointment
Appointments are approximately 50 minutes long.
Come prepared to discuss your interests and goals for the future as well as what you
expect to gain from your meeting at the Career Center. (If you are not sure about
your career goals, consider scheduling a career counseling appointment.)
Bring printed copies of all career documents you have completed for review (i.e.,
resume, cover letter).
Be ready to discuss your current employment status and any steps you have taken to
achieve your career goals.
The counselor/advisor may recommend follow-up appointments to meet your specific needs.
**It’s important to remember that alumni only receive three appointments within the
first two years after graduation, so make sure you come prepared to get the most out
of those appointments.
My First Appointment
(Recommended for freshmen, transfer students and first-time visitors)
Appointments are approximately 30 minutes long.
This is a time to become acquainted with our resources
Career assessments (learn about your interests, personality, strengths)
Come prepared with any questions you have regarding preparation for your future career.
The counselor/advisor will get to know you and help you get connected at Towson University.
Even if you are not sure what you need yet, we can help you clarify those things in
this meeting.
Salary Negotiation Strategies
Appointments are approximately 30 minutes long.
Come prepared to discuss your career outlook /occupation options.
You will be asked about your current job search timeline, about any previous offers
you have received, and about conversations you’ve had so far with potential employers.
The advisor will help set a time frame for when is appropriate to discuss salary during
the job search process.
The advisor will share specific tools and resources for researching realistic salary
expectations for your occupation and geographic area, and for setting realistic budget
expectations for your future.
The advisor will share tips and guidance to help you navigate conversations with potential
employers regarding salary and benefits.
If possible, know what job you will be interviewing for and what skills the position
requires.
If you do not have a particular job in mind, be prepared to indicate the type of job
or internship you are seeking.
If possible, bring a copy of the job advertisement and your resume.
If you do not feel ready to answer interview questions, the counselor/advisor will
go over basic interview strategies with you.
The counselor/coach will play the role of the interviewer and ask you a series of
typical interview questions.
When the mock interview is over, the counselor/coach will go over each answer with
you and provide feedback.
The counselor/coach may use books and/or distribute handouts for supplemental guidance.
60-Minute Mock Interview/Interview Skills
Appointments are approximately 50 minutes long.
If possible, know what job you will be interviewing for and what skills the position
requires.
If you do not have a particular job in mind, be prepared to indicate the type of job
or internship you are seeking.
If possible, bring a copy of the job advertisement and your resume.
The counselor/coach will discuss your top five talent themes from CliftonStrengths and how to articulate your strengths during the interview process. (Students will
receive login instructions for CliftonStrengths in confirmation email.)
If you do not feel ready to answer interview questions, the counselor/advisor will
go over basic interview strategies with you.
The counselor/coach will play the role of the interviewer and ask you a series of
typical interview questions.
When the mock interview is over, the counselor/advisor will go over each answer with
you and provide feedback.
The counselor/coach may use books and/or distribute handouts for supplemental guidance.
Bring a copy of your Signature Themes (Top 5) Report or your Strengths Insights +
Action Planning report.
Be ready to talk about some of your goals (academic, career, personal, etc.).
Your coach will work with you to help you gain a deeper understanding of your Top
5 Talent Themes and identify how you can leverage your strengths to maximize your
potential.
The Strong Interest Inventory (Strong) Initial
Appointments are approximately 30 minutes long.
The Strong Interest Inventory (Strong) online assessment is designed to measure your
career and personal interests.
Understanding your interests can help you explore what you might like to do, where
you might like to work, and how you might like to learn — all information that may
help you choose, change or confirm your major.
The Strong Interest Inventory (Strong) Review
Appointments are approximately 60 minutes long.
Before selecting this appointment, you must schedule The Strong Interest Inventory
(Strong) Initial appointment.
The Strong Interest Inventory (Strong) online assessment is designed to measure your
career and personal interests.
Understanding your interests can help you explore what you might like to do, where
you might like to work, and how you might like to learn — all information that may
help you choose, change or confirm your major.
Myers-Briggs Type Indicator® (MBTI®) Initial
Appointments are approximately 30 minutes long.
The Myers-Briggs Type Indicator® (MBTI®) assessment is a prominent personality tool
designed to help you understand yourself and your natural decision making.
MBTI gives you objective insight that you can use to enhance your professional and
personal relationships, as well as your direction, focus, and choices.
Myers-Briggs Type Indicator® (MBTI®) Review
Appointments are approximately 60 minutes long.
Before selecting this appointment, you must schedule a Myers-Briggs Type Indicator®
(MBTI®) Initial appointment.
The Myers-Briggs Type Indicator® (MBTI®) assessment is a prominent personality tool
designed to help you understand yourself and your natural decision making.
MBTI gives you objective insight that you can use to enhance your professional and
personal relationships, as well as your direction, focus, and choices.
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Mrs. Glenda was very helpful, informative, and kind. I learned new strategies for
job interviews, will which certainly be helpful as I prepare for my career.
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All records kept by our office are STRICTLY CONFIDENTIAL. Records may include: counseling
session notes, assessment results, academic records, resumes, and job-search information.
Exceptions to this policy may be made only under the following circumstances: 1) with
expressed written permission from the client to release records to appropriate agencies
and 2) if there is a clear, imminent threat to the health and/or safety of a client
or others, to notify responsible authorities.
In accordance with state, federal and local laws, staff in the Career Center are required
to address and report allegations relating to sexual harassment (including sexual
assault) and child abuse/neglect. The University is required to respond appropriately
if made aware of these types of allegations. Students who would like to speak with
someone regarding these types of concerns and desire that the information shared be
kept confidential are encouraged to speak with staff in the university Counseling Center at 410-704-2512.
No Show Policy
Students who accumulate three (3) no-shows within a single semester may have their
appointment privileges suspended for the remainder of the semester. All other services
will still be made available during the suspension, such as walk-in coaching, workshops,
and online resources. If you arrive more than 10 minutes late for your appointment,
you may be advised to reschedule for the next available time. We thank you for your
cooperation and for your consideration of your fellow Towson students.
Services for Alumni
Recent alumni (up to two years post-graduation) may take advantage of Express Hours
and meet with a Career Center staff member for up to three in-person career counseling
or career coaching appointments. If you graduated more than two years ago, please
visit the alumni page for more information about the services available to you through the Career Center.
Additional Counseling Resources on Campus
Towson University’s Counseling Center is the primary source of personal counseling and psychological help on campus for
students, faculty and staff. The Counseling Center seeks to help students make the
most of their college experiences. They work with students to resolve emotional difficulties;
improve personal skills; overcome the effects of trauma, disadvantage or substance
abuse; and achieve personal goals.