Career Planning Guide Where does your journey begin? Career Planning Guide Discover Who You Are Reflect on what you’re good at, what you like to do, and what you care about Review the “What Can I Do With a Degree in…” webpages Read through course descriptions of majors you’re considering (see PSU Bulletin or academic programs for course information) Take introductory classes that interest you Meet with a career counselor or advisor to discuss potential majors Work on or off campus and/or participate in campus organizations or activities Identify & Explore Get ideas about careers based upon what others with your major have pursued by reviewing the “What Can I Do With a Degree in…” webpages Conduct research about careers of interest using resources for exploring careers Read job or internship descriptions to learn about typical responsibilities and requirements Conduct informational interviews with people in the fields you are interested in Attend a career fair and employer information sessions to learn about organizations and job/internship opportunities Apply for internships, jobs, and/or volunteer positions to do hands-on exploration and to learn about careers Reflect, evaluate career options, and begin researching graduate/professional schools if appropriate Meet with a career counselor Make Decisions Learn about your decision-making style through self-reflection, talking with a career counselor, taking our UNST 195 Career Exploration course, or attending the Career and Major Exploration Workshop Apply decision-making style to explore career direction Reflect and evaluate career options Reflect and evaluate how your skills, interests, and values relate to your career options Get Experience Attend a career workshop Identify places to get experience related to career interests (e.g. internships, volunteering, work, student leadership, etc.) Refine or develop a resume and cover letter Connect in-person with professionals in your field of interest (e.g. informational interviews, LinkedIn, group events, etc.) Attend PSU career fairs and employer information sessions to get connected with organizations and job/internship opportunities Apply for internships, jobs, and/or volunteer positions that relate to career interests Reflect on past experiences to further confirm or modify career decision Begin researching graduate/professional schools, if applicable Launch Your Career Choose a capstone course or other career-related courses Attend a career workshop Attend PSU career fairs and employer information sessions to get connected with organizations and job/internship opportunities Implement a job search strategy 4-6 months prior to employment Connect in-person with professionals in your field of interest (e.g. informational interviews, LinkedIn, group events, etc.) Identify jobs you want to apply for Improve job search resources and skills (e.g. resume/cover letter writing, interviewing, and networking) Practice interviewing skills with a career counselor Finalize graduate/professional schools applications, if applicable