Career Exploration
True or False: Your major will always directly align with what you will be doing for your job in the future.
False
Name one extracurricular you are involved in.
Great, this is important! Studies show extracurriucluars can lead to success. Extracurriculars are credited with improving engagement in school, academic achievement, personal well-being, and beyond!
What percentage of students at UVM are involved in a student organization?
80%
When you apply to a job, how many references do they typically ask you for?
3
Typically, what are the two documents you need in order to apply to a job?
a resume & cover letter
On average, how many majors and minors are at the University of Vermont?
Over 100 majors and 90 minors.
Please list at least 2 extracurriuclars you can get involved in at high school.
Athletics, Student or Local Clubs/Organizations, Volunteering, etc.
True of False: If you want to study abroad, financial aid cannot apply to exchange programs.
False! Financial aid, including grants and scholarships, can apply to exchange programs. If you want to study abroad, don't hesitate to look into it.
Name 5 people who you could consider to be in "in your network".
Friends, family, friends's siblings, mentors, advisors, faculty members, teachers, current supervisors/co-workers, alumni, & more
True of False: Colleges have their own job boards for roles on campus.
True! Every college likely has a job board where you can search for roles on campus. UVM has JobX & Handshake.
According to the Holland Code, there are ___ # of personality types for jobs.
6: Realistic, Investigative, Artistic, Social, Enterprising, Conventional
Who can give you a recommendation letter for college and scholarships?
Teachers, high school guidance counselors, or other individuals who can provide insight into your academic abilities, character, and personality such as coaches, and supervisors.
What is Federal Work-Study?
Federal Work-Study provides part-time jobs for undergraduate and graduate students with financial need, allowing them to earn money to help pay education expenses.
According to HubSpot, what percentage of jobs are filled through networking?
85%
According to Fidelity, what percentage of Americans negotiated their salary and were sussessful in raising their benefits or compensation?
85%
What is the name of the office that can help you pick a major, land an internship, or apply to jobs in college?
A Career Center or Career Services
What are two things about yourself you should share with someone who is writing you a recommendation letter?
Class/personal accomplishments, hobbies and extracurricular activities, future aspirations, challenges you have overcome, and any other details that could help them write the letter.
Fill in the Blank: The Office of Fellowships, Opportunities & Undergraduate R____?
Hint: You can get paid for this type of work alongside a faculty member in college.
Research
What is an informational interview?
An informational interview is an informal conversation you can have with someone working in an area of interest to you.
What are three things that can be included on a resume?
Contact Information, Education, Classes, Class Projects, Research Experience, Student Organizations, Volunteer Work, Part-Time/Full-Time Jobs, Internships, Leadership Roles, Athletics, Technical Skills, Honors & Awards, Certificates, Hobbies
Name at least one website you can use to discover more about your field of interest?
O*Net, Occupational Outlook Handbook, Youtube, & Candid Career
What does AP Credit Stand for?
Advanced Placement Credit: Credit for college courses in High School
How many students attended programs/events on campus last year?
34k
What website is the largest professional network on the internet?
Hint: You can use this website to job/internship search too.
What are the three phases of an interview?
1. Prepping, 2. Interviewing, 3. Follow-Up