Connect with the CSB Career Success Center
Summer is a great time to make progress on your career goals. Below are 5 ways to make the most of your summer.
1. EXPLORE CAREERS ON PATHWAY U
Pathway U is an excellent resource for career exploration. Take the career assessments and view your career matches! Discover best-fit careers you may not have considered yet.
2. CONDUCT INFORMATIONAL INTERVIEWS
Want to know what a career is really like? Talk to someone with first-hand experience. An informational interview is a brief meeting to get advice and information. Learn more and plan for informational interviews here.
3. UTILIZE LINKEDIN LEARNING
UNCW students have free access to thousands of instructional videos and certification courses! Follow these instructions to activate your LinkedIn Learning account.
4. UPDATE YOUR APPLICATION MATERIALS & SOCIAL MEDIA PRESENCE
Work on your resume using this Resume Resource. We strongly recommend using Microsoft Word to edit your resume. Then, create a practice cover letter using this Cover Letter Resource. Finally, use this LinkedIn Resource to create or update your LinkedIn profile. Remember, you can always make an appointment to fine tune these items with the Career Success Office all summer.
5. APPLY FOR INTERNSHIPS AND JOBS
Did you know some employers begin hiring for 2024 opportunities now? Increase your chances of landing a position by using summer to apply.