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Contact Information:

Mariah Green

Career Services Coordinator:

Mariah Green

Taylor Hall 302A

(970) 943-7122

mgreen@western.edu

 

Address:
Career Services Center
600 N. Adams St.
Gunnison, CO  81231

careerservices@western.edu

(970) 943-7056 

Fax: (970) 943-3409

 
 

College to Career Planning Timetable

FRESHMAN YEAR . . . AWARENESS!

  • Increase self -knowledge about interests, values, skills and personality.
  • Contact Career Services for assessment tools, additional resources and services available.
  • Begin to develop a relationship with your Faculty Advisor.
  • Put together a draft of your resume. Contact Career Services staff for assistance.
  • Become involved in student organizations and activities on and off campus.
    • For detailed information, contact the Univerity Center's Lead Office.
  • Do your best academically. A strong GPA will provide you with more financial and academic opportunities.
  • Explore majors and careers that relate to your interests, values and skills. Visit Western State Colorado University's Academic Programs.

SOPHOMORE YEAR . . . EXPLORE!

  • Continue developing your relationship with your Faculty Advisor.

  • Attend workshops on resume writing and interviewing skills while continuing to develop your resume.

  • Continue to take an active role in clubs and organizations.

  • Maintain a strong GPA.

  • Declare a major by the end of your sophomore year.

  • Attend WSCU's Career, Job & Internship Fair.

  • Vault into research on industries, companies and internships.

  • Begin planning for an internship experience.

  • Work a part-time job to gain experience.

 

JUNIOR YEAR . . . EXPERIENCE!

  • Meet with your Faculty Advisor to finalize academic plans.

  • Update your resume.

  • Become a leader in a student organization.

  • Continue to maintain a strong GPA.

  • Attend Career, Job & Internship Fair to network with employers.

  • Talk with Academic Departments to research and apply for internships.

  • Talk with Career Services to explore career and graduate opportunities.

  • Solicit references from faculty, staff and employers.

  • Interview employers within your career interests.

  • Attend workshops of interest provided to you by Career Services.

 

SENIOR YEAR . . . RESEARCH!

  • Meet with your Faculty Advisor to finalize graduation plans.

  • Update and finalize your resume and cover letter.

  • Attend the Career, Job & Internship Fair and Etiquette Dinner to continue networking with employers.

  • Target specific jobs and career interests.

  • Obtain at least three letters of reference from faculty, staff and/or employers.

  • Join a professional association.

  • Begin a comprehensive job search and/or complete applications for graduate school.

  • Attend workshops of interest provided to you by Career Services.