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.
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
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Occupational Information & Employment Trends
- O*Net Online
- Career Resource Library (CareerOneStop)
- Bureau of Labor Statistics
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Company & Employer Research
Online Research Sources
- CareerShift
- CareerOneStop
- Glassdoor
- Hoover’s
- Reference USA
- LiveCareer
- LexisNexis
- Businessweek.com
- Forbes
- CNNMoney.com
Informational Interviews and Job Shadowing
- Networking and Informational Interviewing
- LiveCareer (Job Shadowing)
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Graduate School
Graduate Schools and Programs Directories
International/Abroad Graduate Schools
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Internships & International Opportunities
Internships
- Handshake
- The Washington DC Job Source (Internships: Congress, Senate, and Federal)
- Looksharp
- Internships.com
- Big Data Internship Tips
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.
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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.
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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.
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Workforce Preparation
- Hudson Martin | Geodis | The Value of an Internship
- 15 Signs the Job Advertisement Could Be a Scam
- Tyler Novak | SAP | Leadership Roles and Student Involvement
- Paul Hallmann | Bonnie Plants | Skills That Can Be Gained from an Internship
- Ashley Remmel (Senior, Finance) Discusses Gaining Work Experience in College
- Nathan Shafer (Senior, Supply Chain Management) Talks Building Soft Skills
- The Professional's Playlist - Creating a Spending Plan
- The Professional's Playlist- Student Loans and Credit Scores
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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
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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.
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
- The OPCD Guide to Improving Your Video Interview Skills
- Tips for Improving Your Phone Interview Skills
- 10 Things to Bring to an Interview
- Mistakes to Avoid in Your Next Interview
Employers Discuss Professional Dress
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Networking
Networking Videos
- Hudson Martin | Geodis | Be Authentic When Meeting New People
- Catherine Miller ‘19 Talks Connecting with People Who Can Help You Find Success
- What is a Connection Session?
- Ask An Alum: Cam Doody ‘09 Talks Networking with Young Professionals
- Ask An Alum: Zack Terry ‘14 Shares Best Advice for Networking
LinkedIn and Social Media
- Shelia Fondran | Mspark | Polishing Your LinkedIn Profile
- Amber Lawrence | The Select Group | Maximizing Your LinkedIn Profile
- Ask An Alum: Zack Terry ‘14 on Leveraging LinkedIn and Social Media
- Elizabeth Spiers | Wright Medical | Utilizing LinkedIn During the Job Search
- Micol Johnson | Cox | LinkedIn Suggestions
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Job Search
Tips and Advice
Job Banks/Career Search Engines
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Resources for Diverse Audiences
Online Resources
- Diversity Employers
- The Feminist Majority Foundation (Jobs and Internships)
- ISNA Careers (Islamic Society of North America)
- LGBTCareerLink
- National Hire Network
Non-Traditional Students and Job Seekers
Students and Job Seekers With Disabilities- American Foundation for the Blind
- Entry Point (internships: students with disabilities studying science, engineering, mathematics, computers science, and business)
- Getting Hired (job seekers with disabilities)
- Hire Disability Solutions
- Workplace & Employment: American Association of People 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)
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Relocation
Cost of Living
- Cost of Living Comparison Calculator (Bankrate)
- Salary Information
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.
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Career Fair Preparation
- Peyton Osborne | Convergint | Utilizing Career Prep Resources
- Matt Carrillo | Atlanta Hawks | Characteristics of the Ideal Candidate
- Zach Cotton | Shaw Industries | Best Advice for Successful Career Fair?
- Anna Goldthorp | Amazon | How to Catch an Employer’s Attention
- Dusty Register | Georgia Pacific | How to Best Utilize the Career Fair
- Tom Branning | Cowan | Advice for Speaking to Employers
- Adriene Crane | Buffalo Rock | Showing Confidence at Career Fair
- Emily Scott | McLeod Software | I Got My Job with McLeod at the HCOB Career Fair
- Lee Rickman | Aldi | Attributes of a Potential Candidate
- Career Fair Follow-Up
Contact Us
We can answer your questions at the Office of Professional and Career Development.

Office of Professional and Career Development
Lowder Hall 101
405 West Magnolia Ave
Auburn, AL 36849
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