Get ready for action! Begin exploring all the ways Emerson can help prepare you for your future. Connecting with the Career Development Center early can help you lay out big-picture goals, explore possible career paths, and talk through the first steps in identifying how your skills, interests, values, and experiences will shape your career. Take advantage of all the resources we have to offer!
PHASE 1
First Year
Fully complete your profiles: Handshake & Emerge
Create a working draft of your resume
Visit the Career Center and begin exploring
Join student orgs
Apply for On/Off-Campus jobs
Explore study abroad and exchange program options
Brainstorm summer work opportunities
PHASE 2
Sophomore & Junior
This phase is for taking advantage of any of these opportunities that best fit your future plans and your desired personal experiences.
BUILDING EXPERIENCES ON CAMPUS
Academic projects and research with faculty
Engage in student orgs and student government
Campus publications, productions, TV and radio stations
EXCHANGE EXPERIENCE/STUDY ABROAD
Emerson LA & Emerson D.C. Program
Kasteel Well, The Netherlands
Global Pathways & Exchange programs
OFF-CAMPUS WORK EXPERIENCES
Start using internship and job search checklist
Internships
Off-Campus Work
PHASE 3
Senior Year
Continue professional development experiences
Maximize the Internship and Job Search checklist
Increase outreach, follow-up, and networking as graduation approaches
Maintain regular career advising appointments
Complete the First Destination Survey as you land your first opportunity after Emerson
Keep contact info updated to stay engaged with the Emerson community
If you have any questions, please contact us!
