• How can I encourage my child to visit the Career Services Center?
• When should my child compose a resume?
• How do I know my child is doing all that he/she needs to be doing?
• How do I get involved?

How can I encourage my child to visit the Career Services Center?
Ask your student if they have visited the Career Services Office. If he/she feels that it is only for seniors, reassure them that meeting with a counselor can take place at any time and as often as needed for meeting their career goals. Encourage them to become familiar with the resources, staff and programs provided. Some of the programs include: mock interview; mentoring program, library – in office and online; workshops for resumes and interviews; campus recruiting program for full time and internship positions; individual career counseling and self-assessment inventory. Students should make their visits a process, not a one time event.
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When should my child compose a resume?
As soon as possible. Writing a resume can help your child identify weak areas that require improvement. Career Services has guidelines and sample resume in the office and online. There are walk-n hours Monday through Friday from 1 – 3 pm to have a quick look at resumes and for quick questions.
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How do I know my child is doing all that he/she needs to be doing?
Check out the “Four Year Plan”
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How do I get involved?
Join the Mentoring program and use your “real world” experience to advise students; and participate in career panels or workshops. Encourage your employer to hire and attend our career fairs.
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