Quick Tips for Exploring Career and Graduate/Professional School Pathways:
Start with your interests, not a job title
Think about what you enjoy (helping people, solving problems, creating, analyzing data) and explore careers that match those interests.
Consider taking a self-assessment with Focus 2 Careers.
You don’t need to have it all figured out
Most students change their career direction at least once. Exploration is part of the process.
Check out our What Can I Do With This Major? resource to learn more about career possibilities!
Explore multiple career clusters
You’re not limited to one path. Many careers combine skills from different areas (e.g., business + technology, design + marketing).
Focus on skills, not just majors
Employers value skills like communication, teamwork, problem-solving, and adaptability—skills you can build in any major.
Get real-world exposure early
Try internships, part-time jobs, volunteering, or student organizations to explore what you like (and don’t like).
Use campus resources
Career Services, faculty, and advisors can help you explore options, review your resume, and connect you to opportunities.
Talk to people in careers you’re curious about
Informational interviews and networking can give you insight you won’t get from job descriptions.
Take small steps
You don’t need a perfect plan—just take the next step (attend an event, try a new class, explore a cluster page).
