Additional Career Resources
Career/Major Exploration Tools
- O*Net Online: Use this resource to view detailed descriptions of occupations in today's workforce.
- Occupational Outlook Handbook: Data in this tool describes occupational statistics and employment projections in addition to other occupational information.
- Roadtrip Nation: Take a journey with an industry expert to explore different career fields. School code (PDUECCO).
Resume Tools
- Upkey: Just getting started with a resume? Need help with your elevator pitch? Upkey can help.
- VMOCK: Use this tool to receive guidance and feedback on your existing resume.
- Center for Career Opportunities (CCO) Career Handbook: Use the handbook for career decision making, resume building, creating cover letters, networking, interview/career fair prep, job searching, offer negotiation, graduate/professional school prep, and more.
Job Search Tools
- Purdue MyCCO: Purdue's Career Center job search tool. Be sure to utilize the "Extended Job Search" feature.
- Ascend Indiana: This platform connects students with Indiana employers for internships and employment.
- LinkedIn: Use this tool to connect with employers, alumni, and colleagues as well as locating jobs and internships.
- Purdue Libraries Career Research Portal: The portal includes many resources for the interview and job/internship search processes.
Interviewing Tools
- Big Interview: Use this resource to practice your interviewing skills for employment or graduate school, tailored to your specific industry.
- 125 Common Interview Questions and Answers with Tips
Career Guides
- Job Search Guides: Early Stage Careers is offering complimentary career guides to navigate the job search process.
- GoinGlobal Career Guides: Look for internships globally or within the United States.
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