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It Is Never Too Early to Start Career Planning

Once you have made your decision, meet with a career advisor for help with the next steps, which may include:

• Create (or update) your résumé.
• Stop by Career Exploration and Development during drop-in hours for feedback on your résumé. 
• Upload your résumé and locate campus jobs on Flash @ Work.

Boost Your Résumé, It Takes More Than a Good GPA to Shine

• Engage in career conversations with those who support you — talk to your family members about their career paths. 
• Explore career options related to your major.
• Join student organizations connected to your interests and develop leadership skills.
• Conduct informational interviews with professionals working in your career of choice.
• Gain volunteer experiences within your community. 
• Start thinking about holiday jobs, summer jobs and internships.
• Utilize those experiences to build references and develop transferable skills. 
• Create an online professional presence for networking.
• Attend a job fair. Kent State holds fall and spring Job and Internship Fairs to investigate future opportunities. ​
• Practice interviewing to build confidence.