Career Planner

Junior Year

Assess yourself:

• Visit your College’s career resource center and arrange to meet with a Career Advisor.

Use your Resources:

• Meet with a field specific Career Advisor to narrow down your chosen career field.
• Speak with faculty and staff members about specializations and current trends in your field of interest.
• Revise your resume and prepare to attend the Career Fairs on campus throughout the year.
• Use all your resources to secure a summer internship or co-operative position.
• Work closely with your College’s Career Center as you search for employment.

Build your Network:

• Make contact with professionals in your areas of interest.
• Utilize the UIUC Alumni Association to seek out mentors in your field.
• Conduct informational interviews with professionals in your field.

Gain Valuable Experience:

• Take a variety of field related electives to enhance your skills.
• Complete an internship or co-op.
• Sign-up for a "Mock Interview" at the Career Center.

Get Involved:

• Join and participate in student organizations directly related to your major.
• Take a leadership role in a student organization.
• Volunteer for opportunities through the UIUC Office of Volunteer Programs.

Prepare for the Future:

• Take graduate or professional school examinations.
• Look at the senior year planner, what should you do to prepare yourself?
• Request letters of recommendation from your internship/co-op supervisors
• Update your resume with your internship/co-op position descriptions.
• Research potential full-time employers and career positions.