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Discuss your career direction with a career counselor;
begin mapping skills to future jobs
Revise your résumé and learn to tailor your cover
letters
Conduct informational interviews to learn about
careers and expand your network
Research and apply for internships (UPIC,
off-campus or international), co-ops, and research
opportunities
Update CJL and LinkedIn profiles
Learn how to navigate and use CJL, CareerShift,
GoinGlobal and LinkedIn to find internships and
full-time jobs
Attend career fairs, employer info sessions,
workshops, and career-related events
Volunteer on campus or in the community
Continue to find opportunities to collaborate with
others
Learn about study abroad opportunities
Learn how to network; develop and practice an
elevator pitch
Schedule an appointment for career counseling
or drop-in
Explore Clemson majors and take a career
assessment to identify your skills, interests and
values
Create a ClemsonJobLink (CJL) account
Develop a LinkedIn profile
Build a résumé that accurately reflects your skills
and education
Attend career fairs, employer info sessions,
workshops, and career-related events
Find work or volunteer opportunities to help
develop competencies and experience
Explore O*NET and the Occupational Outlook
Handbook
Become familiar with the CCPD website
Be critical of content on your social media
Learn about internships, UPIC, and the
Cooperative Education Program
Join student organizations
Shop in the Career Closet to build a professional
wardrobe