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Explore Career Options

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Q. Where do I begin to Explore Career Options?

A. Begin with YOU – Prioritize your interests, skills and values. Consider using SIGI3 , a free online assessment tool, or request the Personal Career Profile Booklet from the Career Planning office.

Q. What information do I need to gather about potential careers?

A. Learn about nature of the work, educational requirements to enter the field, working conditions, salary range, and future outlook.

  • Spotlight on Careers
  • Occupational Outlook Handbook
  • Riley Guide
  • Going Global
  • Wetfeet

Q. How can I connect to professionals in the field?

A. Consider who you already know. Don’t forget alums, professional associations, and social media.

  • Scots Career Network 
  • Linked In
  • Job Shadowing
  • Informational Interviewing
  • Professional Networking resource pages
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Profile Robert Melick '10

Robert Melick 

Before graduation I secured a position with the non-profit City Year as an Americorps member mentoring at-risk youth. While there I was selected as a City Year Ambassador to work with a development team to improve donor and community relations, and also served as a project manager for our training retreat.

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