Choosing a career path works best when you understand your own interests and skills, and what’s most important to you.

  • What are you curious about and take time to learn about independently?
  • How do you like to spend your free time?
  • What sorts of activities, including volunteering and paid employment, have you participated in?
  • What natural talents and skills do you most enjoy using?

This page contains information and resources that are designed to help you think more about how you are and potential career paths that may be a fit for you. Take time to think about who you are and what type of work would be meaningful and rewarding to you.

A Guide to Types of Experiential Learning for Advanced Degree Job Seekers

Understanding various forms of experiential learning is paramount for advanced degree job seekers like MBAs, graduate students, and doctorates as they navigate the competitive job market. From internships and research projects to consulting opportunities and industry collaborations, these hands-on experiences …

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Which industries will hire the most security professionals in 2025?

If 20 years ago you asked a typical employer what a “security” employee did, they would likely describe a security guard such as those who patrol shopping malls and sit at desks in lobbies. Today, that same employer would likely …

By College Recruiter
College Recruiter believes that every student and recent grad deserves a great career.
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How Many Shadowing Hours for Dental School? The Ultimate Guide (2025)

Shadowing a dentist is a crucial component of the dental school application process. It provides prospective students with a deeper understanding of the profession, practical insights into dentistry, and valuable connections with dental professionals.

This guide outlines everything pre-dental students …

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What Is a Business Coach, and Is It the Right Career Path for You?

If you’ve ever thought about using your professional expertise to guide others toward success, you might have considered business coaching. But what does a business coach do, and how can you tell if this career is the right fit for …

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Which Career Is Best: Counselor or Teacher? See Which Path Is for You

Wondering which career is better: counselor or teacher? Both roles offer the chance to make a real difference in people’s lives, whether by guiding someone through challenges or sparking a lifelong love of learning. But how do you decide which …

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Resources

GoinGlobal

GoinGlobal provides jobseekers of all nationalities with tools to fast track their career explorations both at home and abroad, featuring …

FOCUS® 2 CAREER

FOCUS® 2 CAREER is an easy-to-use online career self-assessment system that can help you explore your values, interests, personality, and …

What Can I Do With This Major?

What Can I Do With This Major? features 100 major profiles with information on common career paths, types of employers …

Informational Interviews

PDF: An informational interview is an interview with someone currently working in a field of interest to you.

Challenge Cards

SparkPath Challenge Cards is a dynamic tool to help you explore careers based on real-world challenges, not just job titles. …

SkillScan

SkillScan is a hands-on, physical card sort tool that allows you to gain insight into your strengths, skills you enjoy using and …

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