Pathways to Success

1st Year: Identify Career Interests and Explore 

• Explore STEM majors and careers.
• Stop by during professors’ office hours and talk to them about your career interests.
• Attend career events.
• Create a LinkedIn profile.
• Try a micro-internship.
• Join a student organization.
• Try on campus employment to build experience and transferrable skills.
• Make note of what skills you learn in class that are relevant to your future career. 

2nd Year: Career Planning 

• Create a resume.
• Prepare internship application materials and conduct research on the company.
• Apply for internships.
• Consider undergraduate research to build technical experience.

3rd Year: Gaining Experience and Goal Setting 

• Develop and practice your elevator pitch.
• Network and connect with industry professionals in your field. 
• Keep your LinkedIn and resume updated for career fairs and other opportunities to connect with industry professionals.
• Keep applying for internships and undergraduate research.
• Conduct research on companies and prepare for interviews.

4th Year: Graduation and Transition 

• Talk to professors about your career and job goals. Ask for advice.
• Conduct more research on companies and prepare for interviews.
• Begin applying for jobs before graduation.
• Continue networking with industry professionals.