Career Roadmap Year 4

Experience

Participate in job shadowing and research opportunities.
Complete an internship. Check with your department about academic credit options.
Roundabout: If you haven’t already done something circle back around and do it.
Attend conferences and workshops in your industry.

Conduct informational interviews with professionals in your industries of interest through Tiger Mentor Network.
Volunteer in your field to build your network.
Attend the Professional Etiquette and Networking Dinner.
Attend Diversity Works: A Career Networking Reception to meet professionals in your industry.
See Handshake for industry specific opportunities.

Update your resume, Handshake, and LinkedIn profile to reflect all of your experience.
Visit the Career Center to get step-by-step help in creating and upgrading your digital presence, application materials, and interview skills.
Finalize your portfolio with the necessary writing or art samples.
Visit the Writing Center and/or the Career Center to find-tune your personal statement for graduate school.
Attend the Fall Center and Internship Fair and the Spring Mega Job and Internship Fair to meet local employers in your industry.
Take advantage of on-campus recruitment through the Career Center.

Make sure you have met or will meet all of your requirements for your major.
Attend the Life After College Conference and learn about navigating post-grad life.
Visit the Grad Fair to get everything you need for graduation.
Build your professional image including your wardrobe, design a business card, and clean up your social media.
Fill out the First Destination Survey.
Revisit financial literacy workshops and events.
Visit Accessibility & Disabilities Services to discuss accommodations in the work place if you think you will need them.
Review and practice articulating how your strengths and skills will bring value to a prospective employer/organization.