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Plan Your Career

Plan

The right plan will take you places, and we can help you get there.

Whether you're a first-year student, a senior or a recent graduate, the UNCW Career Center has resources to help you plan your major, explore career paths, or decide whether to attend graduate school. We encourage you to Explore, Experience, Engage and Embark!

Make Your Plan

As a college student, you already understand that careful planning can help you reach your academic goals. But maybe you aren't sure about your major – or what careers might be open to you once you graduate.

That's OK. We can help.

Explore UNCW majors and learn which one might be best for your career goals. Search for careers that you might embark on once you have chosen a major. Look at graduate school options. Find an internship or job.

We have the resources to guide you along the way. Click on one of the boxes below to start the process!

Resources to Help You Plan Your Career Path

For Students and Alumni This page contains a variety of resources for planning your major, finding an internship and landing that dream job. Find Out More
Career Treks The Career Trek program offers a unique opportunity to explore career paths and industries firsthand. You’ll visit local workplaces to see how companies and organizations operate and to learn what employers expect of you as a prospective employee. Learn About Career Treks
Explore Majors Learn what majors and minors UNCW offers and how you can use your major to land that dream job. Not sure what you want to do? Take a look at all your options. You're sure to discover the right path for you! Explore Our Majors
Grad School Perhaps your plan includes an advanced degree. You’ll find a variety of resources here to help you decide whether graduate school is in your future, options to consider and how to prepare. Learn More
Find an Internship or Job An internship will add value to your degree by providing the work experience most employers prefer in a job candidate. You’ll find resources here to aid your search for internships, as well as permanent employment. Search Internships and Jobs
Make a 4-Year Career Plan Starting as a first-year student, you should take steps toward planning your career. These tips can help you successfully create and update your personal career plan. Plan Your Career

Contact Information

Career Center

Phone: (910) 962-3174
Fax: (910) 962-4257

careercenter@uncw.edu

601 S. College Rd.
Fisher University Union 2035
Wilmington, NC 28403-5924

Fall & Spring Office Hours:
Monday - Friday: 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.

Summer Hours:
Monday - Thursday: 7:30 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Friday: 7:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.

Express Hours: Fall & Spring Semesters
Monday - Friday: 2 p.m. - 4 p.m.
Wednesday - Thursday: 9 a.m. - 11 a.m.

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