Explore:

• Advising and Registration - Get the support you need to start strong in your first year. Plan your schedule and register for classes.
• Career Counseling - Explore your academic and career interests.
• Discover Majors - Visit the Career Center to explore your options.
• Career Assessments - Use FOCUS and the Husky Interest Assessment to find careers that fit your strengths and passions.
• Huskies First Four Days - Connect with fellow students and dive into campus life at SCSU.

Prepare:

• Huskies Advance Track - Start early by connecting your major with your passions.
• Mainstreet & Sidestreet - Get involved! Find student orgs or activities that support your career goals and build key skills
• Volunteer - Gain hands-on experience and grow your skill set.
• Build your Résumé - Create and update a résumé for jobs, internships, or service-learning opportunities.

Launch:

• Career Events & Fairs - Learn how to navigate events and connect with employers
• Handshake - Find part-time or summer jobs to build experience and skills.

• Stay Strong - Stay focused in class and build solid study habits for long-term success.
• Know What Matters - Reflect on what you value in a career - flexibility, salary, meaning or prestige.
• Explore Interests - Identify hobbies, subjects, and activities that connect to potential majors or careers.
• Make a Shortlist - List 5-10 majors or careers you'd like to explore further.
• Try New Subjects - Take a variety of courses to fulfill liberal education requirements and discover new interests.
• Build Connections - Get to know your instructors and seek out an academic mentor.

Explore:

• Advising and Registration - Meet with your advisor to stay on track, refine your academic goals, and plan courses that support your major and career interests.
• Career Counseling - Explore your academic and career interests.
• COLL 111: Career Planning - Learn how to explore and research career paths to kickstart your journey.
• Informational Interviews & Job Shadowing - Connect with professionals to gain real-world insight into careers that interest you.
• Research Majors - Visit the Career Center to research academic programs and explore how they align with your interests and career goals.

Prepare:

• Handshake - Search for internships, part-time, or summer jobs to build skills and gain experience
• Education Abroad - Explore study abroad programs to experience new cultures and expand your global perspectives.
• Internship Exploration - Begin researching and pursuing internships related to your major.
• Résumé Review - Bring your résumé to the Career Center for personalized feedback and improvement tips.

Launch:

• Volunteer Opportunities - Find organizations that offer hands-on experience related to your major or career interests.
• Networking Events & Career Fairs - Meet employers, explore internship options, and start building your professional network.
• Huskies Advance Track - Begin connecting your academic major with your passions and long-term career goals.

• Explore Majors – Take introductory courses to see what fits your interests and strengths.
• Connect with Faculty & Students – Learn more about academic expectations and career paths through conversations with those in your field.
• Declare Your Major – Meet with your faculty advisor and a career counselor to create an academic plan and clarify your goals.
• Set Career Goals – Establish short- and long-term goals to guide your academic and professional journey.
• Research Career Paths – Discover what careers align with your chosen major.

Explore:

• Career Research - Use Career Center resources to explore employers, salary data, and job outlooks.
• Clarify Career Goals - Meet with career counselors, faculty, or professionals to define a primary goal and backup options.
• Graduate School Planning - If you're considering advanced study, begin researching programs and plan for admission exams.
• Informational interviews & Job Shadowing - Gain real-world insight and refine your career direction through professional connections.
• Employer Expectations – Research the skills and qualities employers look for in candidates to better prepare for your career.

Prepare:

• Course planning - Choose classes that support graduation goals and consider a minor or electives that complement your career interests.
• Huskies Advance Track - Connect your academic major with your passions and long-term career goals.
• Résumés & Cover Letters - Keep them updated and polished—get feedback from Career Center staff.
• Handshake - Update your profile, apply for jobs and internships, and sign up for on-campus interviews.
• LinkedIn - Create a profile to build your professional network and connect with potential employers.

Launch:

• Career Events & Fairs - Network with employers and explore job or internship opportunities.
• Walk-In Wednesdays - Get direct advice from employers on résumés, job searches, interviews, and LinkedIn.
• Internships - Secure a career-related internship and work with your advisor to integrate it into your academic plan.
• Build Leadership Skills - Develop leadership through part-time work, and get involved with Student Government, Residential Life, Volunteering/Service Learning, or Department of Campus Involvement.

• Apply Coursework to Your Career – Use class projects and papers to explore topics relevant to your field.
• Career Research – Deepen your understanding of your desired career through ongoing research and exploration.

Explore:

• Graduate School Applications - Finalize your choices and submit applications early—many deadlines are in January.
• Job Search Strategy - Schedule an appointment with the Career Center to create a personalized job search plan.
• Explore Alternative Career or Graduate School Paths – Investigate backup options and gather information to support informed decision-making.

Prepare:

• Complete Huskies Advance Track - Finalize your connection between academic interests and career goals.
• Visit the Career Center - Get expert help with interviewing, résumé writing, job searching, and more.
• Walk-In Wednesdays - Meet directly with employers for feedback on your on résumé, job search, interview skills, or LinkedIn profile.
• Interview On-Campus - Take advantage of networking opportunities with visiting employers.
• Request Reference Letters - Ask professors, employers, or mentors—and share your résumé to support their recommendation.
• Résumé and Cover Letter Review - Bring them to the Career Center for personalized feedback.
• Review Our Husky Compact - Use it to reflect on your campus experiences and communicate your strengths to future employers.
• LinkedIn - Build your profile to connect with professionals and expand your network.

Launch:

• Career Events & Fairs - Network with employers and explore job opportunities.
• Handshake - Apply for jobs and internships, post your résumé, and stay updated on employer events.
• Internships - Gain hands-on experience in your field—consider a second internship to deepen your skills and ease the transition to your career.

• Start Early – Begin your job search before graduation—many employers hire six months in advance.
• Take on Leadership Roles – Build skills and experience through campus or community involvement.
• Apply & Stay Organized – Track job applications, employer contacts, interviews, and follow-ups.
• Research Employers – Identify organizations that align with your values and career goals.
• Prepare for Transitions – Explore topics like salary negotiation, relocation, and workplace expectations.