The guides listed below are designed to assist you in the career planning and job search process. Print versions of these guides and additional information on these topics are available in the Career Center Library, Room 1200 in the Dunlap Success Center.
From Freshman to Graduate
- 2023-2024 Career Guide (Download PDF with clickable links)
Alternative format available upon request - Using the Career Center as a Graduate Student
Plan Your Career
- Roadmap to Career Success
- Choosing a Major or Occupation
- Choosing a Major or Occupation (Fillable Version)
- Choosing a Major: A Guide for Families
- Transitioning From The Military
Considering Graduate School
Graduate Student Resources
- Using the Career Center as a Graduate Student
- Considering Employment in a Faculty Position
- Searching for a Job in Academia
Gain Experience
Prepare for a Job Search
Resumes & CVs
- Resume Writing
- Highlighting your Experiences During Covid-19
- Federal Resume
- Writing a Curriculum Vitae
- Cover Letters
Networking and Personal Brand
- LinkedIn for Students
- Job Shadowing and Information Interviews
- Virtual Career Fair Tips
- Preparing for a Career Fair
- Using Proper Etiquette
Job Interviews
Your Job Search
Salary & Negotiations
- Negotiating Job Offers
- First Year on the Job
- Salary and Hiring Data
- Salary Negotiation Tips
- Prepare to Negotiate Salary
- How to ask for a Salary Increase
- Big Interview Negotiations Curriculum
- Job Offer Evaluation Worksheet
- Benefits Checklist
- Salary Form for Occupations
- Calculate your Personal Salary Range
User's Guides for Career Center Tools
To get assistance deciding which resources would work best for you, come to the Career Center and speak to a career advisor . You may also check the Calendar of Workshops and Events for upcoming workshops on these and other topics.