Career Development

Career Counseling Appointments

Click on the pink “Schedule Now” button to schedule a Career Counseling appointment.

Please note, our busiest times of the year are during the beginning and end of each semester, at which time, expect a two to three week wait for the next available appointment.

Stop by the office in Gateway 200 for in person Peer Career Advisor Drop-in Hours:

Mondays from 1:00pm-3:30pm (no 2:00pm-3:00pm hour on 2/5, 3/4 & 4/1)

Tuesdays from 1:00pm-3:30pm

Thursdays from 10:30am-1:00pm. 

You can also schedule a virtual appointment with PCAs, we now have day and evening appointments available.  Please note PCAs do not hold Drop-in Hours May-August. 

If you are meeting with an advisor to do a materials review (i.e. resumes, cover letters, or portfolios) please forward your materials in advance to the advisor you are meeting with. This will allow them time prior to your appointment to review the materials and make your appointment as productive as possible.

In the event that you need to cancel your scheduled appointment, please give at least 24 hours notice. Repeated cancellations or no-shows may result in your ability to make a future appointment.

 

Appointment Policies

Due to the volume of appointments and availability of counselors in Career Development and the Ratcliffe Center for Creative Entrepreneurship, students are limited to 80 minutes with our counselors per semester. Any combination of 20 minute and/or 40 minute appointments up to 80 minutes is allowed. PCA meetings or Drop-Ins, internship registration questions, or RCCE program participant meetings do not count toward the semester limit.

24-Hour Cancellation Policy
We are now enforcing a 24-hour cancellation policy. Please email our office to cancel or reschedule your appointment no later than 24-hours prior to your appointment time. A missed appointment without notification will count as one of your appointments.

Career Counseling Appointment Topics

A career counseling appointment is a great way to start a conversation about what is important to you, identifying your strengths and interests and exploring your options and strategies. Below are the topics we can discuss during your appointment.

Internships

Internships are a great way to get experience, network and explore your options. We can help you with search strategies, resources and approaches as well as tailor your materials to specific opportunities.

Professional Package Review (Resume, Cover Letter, Portfolio)

Need a second opinion? During this session we can review and edit your professional materials including resumes, cover letters, portfolios, websites, demo reels, artist statements and application essays.

Job Search and Networking Advice

Know what you want, but not sure how to get there? Work with a counselor to research opportunities, make professional connections and tailor your materials towards your career goals.

Interviewing Strategy and Salary Negotiations

Got an interview? During this appointment, we can discuss etiquette and strategies, practice your delivery, and review appropriate follow up. Learn also how to articulate your needs, navigate multiple offers, research and negotiate appropriate compensation.

Career Exploration

Not sure which direction to go? This appointment will help you seek clarity on career direction so you may focus your efforts. We can help you explore your personal values and strengths and how these relate to jobs and internships.

Funding and Grants

Do you have an opportunity that you need to fund? Explore different options for financing travel or specific projects. This could include crowdsourcing funding platforms such as Kickstarter and other funding sources.

Residencies and Fulbright

How do you sustain your practice? Learn where and how to research residencies and fellowships to suit your career goals. Work one-on-one with a counselor writing for proposals and applications.

Applying to Graduate School

Thinking about graduate school? During this appointment type we will assess goals, learn how to research programs, understand requirements and develop a timeline. Work one-on-one with a counselor to review your graduate school application.

Exhibiting and Sales

Get your work out there! Learn how to locate galleries and exhibition spaces as well as online markets. Price, promote and sell your work.

Business and Freelance Advice

In this session, bring your questions and explore basics, tools and resources for freelance and entrepreneurial initiatives.