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Career Development

Student Centered. Market Focused.

 

Career Toolbox

We know that deciding on your career path and preparing to enter the workforce can be a daunting task. That’s why we’ve compiled videos, podcasts, websites, and more to help guide you along the way. Whether you’re new to college and looking for the right major or about to graduate and begin your job search, we have the resources to make it easy.

Hear personal stories from your Harbert peers who are finding professional success.

Student Success Stories

Major & Career Exploration

Self-reflection and research are integral parts of the career development process. By understanding your personality, skills, interest, and values, you are better equipped to find a major and career fit.

College Majors
Occupational Information & Employment Trends
 Company & Employer Research
 Online Research Sources

Informational Interviews and Job Shadowing

 Graduate School

Graduate Schools and Programs Directories


International/Abroad Graduate Schools

 Internships & International Opportunities

Internships


International Opportunities

Career Resource Library

Career & Personality Assessments

Students enrolled in our BUSI classes will complete career assessments that align with the course objective. These assessments include the Strong Interest Inventory, Myers-Briggs Type Indicator, Clifton Strengths for Students (formerly StrengthsQuest), and DISC. If you haven’t taken a BUSI course or want to learn more about our assessments, and schedule an appointment with one of our career coaches via Handshake.

Strong Interest Inventory

Strong Interest Inventory (SII) matches your interests with the interests of people who have been in career fields for at least three years and are happy with their work. To take this assessment, make an appointment on Handshake for Career Exploration and Research. In this appointment, we will discuss the SII in a little more depth and you’ll receive instructions for taking the assessment.

Myers Briggs Type Indicator (MBTI)

The Myers Briggs Type Indicator, or MBTI, is a self-report assessment designed to identify personality types so they are understandable and useful in everyday life. Your assessment results will enhance your understanding of yourself, your motivations, natural strengths, preferences, and potential areas for growth. Having this knowledge and understanding will help you explore possible career options based on your personality. 

To take this assessment, you must first make an appointment on Handshake for Career Exploration and Research. You will meet with an advisor to discuss the MBTI in more depth and receive the instructions for taking the assessment.

Job Search Preparation

As the world of work continues to change, students need materials and a unique approach that will help them stand out to employers. The resources below are a great starting point for developing a job search strategy.

Workforce Preparation
Résumés & Cover Letters

Résumé/Cover Letter Writing Guides

 

VMock

  • Use VMock to analyze your résumé and receive feedback on various aspects of your résumé, such as impact, competency analysis, and bullet level feedback.

 

Videos

 Interview Tips
Interview Stream

The InterviewStream system offers students the chance to digitally record multiple practice interviews using a computer in the OPCD or from a home computer (equipped with a web-cam and updated software). Through InterviewStream, students can schedule practice interview appointments using equipment in the OPCD, select interview questions to practice answering, and email practice interview videos to career coaches, professors, or employers.

Set up an appointment now with a career coach to get started.

 

Big Interview

Practice interviewing with this online interactive tool provided by the Harbert College of Business.

 

Interview Tip Sheets


Web Resources for Interview Tips


Video Resources for Building Interview Skills



Employers Discuss Professional Dress

Networking

Networking Videos

 

LinkedIn and Social Media

Job Search

Tips and Advice

 

Job Banks/Career Search Engines

Resources for Diverse Audiences

Online Resources



Non-Traditional Students and Job Seekers


Students and Job Seekers With Disabilities


Separating Military Personnel and Veterans

  • Recruit Military (for veterans looking for civilian jobs)
  • Job-Hunt.org (re-entering the civilian job market; national job search resources for veterans)
Relocation
Cost of Living
Salary Information

National

Career Fair Preparation

Every semester, the OPCD collaborates with employers and other campus partners to offer a host of career fairs and high-impact networking events. The resources below will ensure that students are prepared to take advantage of these opportunities.

Career Fair Preparation
Career Fair Follow-Up

 

Contact Us

We can answer your questions at the Office of Professional and Career Development.

Lowder Hall

Office of Professional and Career Development

Lowder Hall 101
405 West Magnolia Ave
Auburn, AL 36849