Research and get connected.
Jobs, roles, and careers may change over the course of your life, but what you are called to do will likely remain constant.
In his book, Garden City, John Mark Comer suggests, “For most of us, our sense of calling starts out vague and unclear – more of a feeling and a desire than a five-year plan – but over time it comes into focus.” So explore different roles in O*Net, research companies in LinkedIn to see which ones interest you, and talk with people about what they do. What you discover will inform your thinking and help guide you toward areas of interest. Then you’ll be ready to learn and leverage the strategy and art of telling your story to employers and graduate schools. With these skills in place, you’ll have confidence approaching the elemental tasks and events of professional life. The Career Resource Center has resources and appointments to help you prepare for your professional journey.
Utilize these three resources to get started researching.
Use O*NET to explore the career you've dreamed about, or find one you never imagined. | 
LinkedIn is an excellent tool to help you find an internship or your first job, build a support system for goals, and explore career paths. | 
Use Handshake to find resources, events, career fairs, appointments, and jobs. |
Explore Majors or Careers
What should you major in?
We'd love to talk through and help you discover which major is best for you. Schedule an appointment through Handshake to get started.
Learn About Career Fields
Discover more about the career you've dreamed about, or find one you never imagined.
What can I do with my major?
Find out how you can gain the experience necessary to break into your desired career.
Discover Majors at Westmont
Explore Graduate Schools
Let's Talk Graduate School Options
We'd love to talk through your decision-making process surrounding graduate school and provide you with resources.
We can also help you with your curriculum vitae (resume for academic or research settings) and your essays!
Graduate School Resources
We provide resources to help you decide if graduate school is right for you and what to consider when selecting a program.
Informational Interviewing
Learn How to Conduct a Informational Interview
An informational interview is a meeting to learn and gain insights about a person's experiences in a career field, industry, or organization.
Attend a Career Event
Career events are valuable opportunities to explore potential job or internship opportunities. Here, you will meet with employers who will provide you with insights into various industries.
Check Handshake for a curated collection of upcoming career events tailored to your interests.
Attend a Networking Event
Attending networking events provides a great opportunity to connect with fellow students and community members. These spaces allow you to engage in discussions about jobs, career paths, and future opportunities.
Visit Handshake to explore a full list of upcoming networking events.
How To Make An Appointment In Handshake
2. Click "Step Two: Explore Your Options"
3. Choose an Appointment Type, then schedule a time that works for you.