Happy summer vacation, Hounds! Whether you’re working, travelling, interning, or just relaxing this summer, there is plenty you can be doing to set yourself up for success right now. No matter your year in school, it is never too early to work toward your goals! Here are just a few steps you can take.
Class of 2022
- Upload your resume to Handshake for review
- Continue applying for jobs that interest you
- Reach out to the CDIC for job search/application help
- Attend any networking events or career fairs in your area
- Network with alumni, classmates, and co-workers on LinkedIn
- Remember you still have access to all our resources until August!
Rising Seniors
- Review our sample resumes and upload your own resume draft to Handshake for review
- Explore fall and spring internships posted on the job boards on Handshake
- Conduct informational interviews with people working in your areas of interest
- Shadow a family member/friend at their job
- Consider your graduate school or post-graduate service options
- Strengthen LinkedIn account by adding any internship experiences
- Reach out to alumni working in your field of interest
Rising Sophomores and Juniors
- Review our sample resumes and upload your own resume draft to Handshake for review
- Explore majors and careers with our interactive exploration tool, Focus 2!
- Explore fall and spring internships posted on the job boards on Handshake
- Conduct informational interviews with people working in your areas of interest
- Shadow a family member/friend at their job
- Build LinkedIn account
Don’t forget, the CDIC is open through the summer to support you in your job/internship searches and career exploration. We’re open Monday-Friday 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. and are available for in-person, Zoom, and phone meetings. Log onto Handshake or email us at careerdevelopment@assumption.edu to schedule an appointment!
