Five Weeks to Go: Careers for Liberal Arts Majors
You may ask… “What job will I get with this major?”
Keep looking for the big picture, but also allow yourself to see the uniqueness of your own path. Any one major does not necessarily equal just one specific career. Most employers actually look for SKILLS!
In 2008, the National Association of Colleges and Employers highlighted twelve key skills valued by employers. Communication Strong work ethic Teamwork Initiative Interpersonal Problem-solving Analytical Flexibility/adaptability Computer Technical Detail-oriented Organizational
***CLA offers opportunities to develop and strengthen such valuable, transferrable, employable skills. How will you choose to gain experience and skills, to prepare for the job and or graduate/professional school that’s awaiting you?***
Select courses Browse One Stop for classes in departments new to you!
Summer or part-time job Search U of M-TC Office of Human Resources and GoldPASS!
Off-campus and community learning Connect with Career & Community Learning Center (CCLC) in 345 Fraser Hall! See CESP, NSE, HECUA, and more!
Civic engagement Become an excellent leader! See 1st Year Leadership Institute!
Internship Let the CCLC help you prepare!
Volunteering Contact a CCLC Community Partner!
Learn/volunteer/intern abroad Visit the Learning Abroad Center! Attend a First Step Meeting!
Research Contact a department of “major” interest; Connect with faculty; Apply for UROP!
Service-learning Expand your classroom learning into the community!
Student organization Check into a student group!
Engagement Planner Coming Soon! Use this tool to map out your interests and goals.
CONNECT – LEARN – ACT Learn about your own skills and strengths. Connect with an opportunity to develop more. Act now, and you’ll be ready for professional doors to open!
Next week, get some tips on WELCOME WEEK…
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