The Career and Professional Development Center offers a wide range of events, services, and resources to support you at every stage of your college journey. Whether you’re just starting out or preparing to graduate, we can help you choose a major, explore career opportunities, refine your job search skills, prepare for graduate school, and connect with potential employers. We’re your go-to resource for all things career-related. Take a moment to explore this website and discover everything we have to offer. We’re excited to support you on your path to success!
Career Coaches can help you with establishing career goals, interpreting career-related assessments, making career decisions, and overcoming obstacles to career development. Our career coaches can also assist you with writing resumes or cover letters, finding internships, developing job search strategies and practicing interview skills. Appointments are available Monday through Friday from 9am–4pm.
Explore FOCUS 2 CAREER, a free, self-guided online tool designed to help you discover the right path. This interactive system allows you to assess your work interests, values, skills, personality, and leisure preferences. Based on your results, it generates tailored suggestions for occupations, career fields, academic majors, and training programs that align with your unique attributes. This system can help you design a career and education plan that supports your personal needs and goals.
Not sure what you can do with your major? Thinking of changing majors? Still haven’t chosen a major? The What Can I Do with This Major online platform features 100 major profiles with information on common career paths, types of employers that hire in the field, and strategies to maximize opportunities. Discover diverse opportunities, industries, and roles that connect to your field of study, and gain clarity on how to take the next steps in your career journey. Start exploring today and unlock your potential!
Graduate and Professional School Assistance
If graduate school is in your future, it’s essential to start your research early to make informed decisions and stay ahead of application deadlines. Explore schools that align with your goals, taking into account factors such as program offerings, admission requirements, costs, location, and faculty expertise. Don’t forget to connect with former professors and career counselors at the Career and Professional Development Center for personalized advice and valuable insights as you plan your next steps.
Internships are a vital step in bridging the gap between education and the professional world. They provide hands-on experience, allowing students to apply classroom knowledge to real-world challenges. Whether you’re exploring career paths, developing key skills, or building a professional network, internships offer valuable opportunities for growth.
Need to create or update your resume and cover letter? Want help preparing for an interview? We can help you navigate your way through the job search process and connect with employers looking to hire UMES students.
Career Fairs provide students with opportunities to connect with employers and graduate school admissions representatives to explore internships, co-op programs, full-time and part-time jobs, graduate school options, and volunteer opportunities. These events allow students to gain insight into various career paths, network with professionals, and apply for available positions. This event is held once during the fall semester and once during the spring semester and is open to all majors and all academic levels (freshmen through graduate students). Professional dress is required.
On-campus recruitment offers students a convenient way to meet potential employers without leaving campus. Through scheduled visits, employers conduct interviews, host information sessions, and participate in career fairs to recruit for internships, co-op programs, and full-time positions.
These events provide a unique opportunity to explore industries, learn about company cultures, and build relationships with recruiters. Students can gain insights into job market expectations and make meaningful connections that can lead to future employment. Take advantage of on-campus recruitment to get a head start on your career journey! Explore upcoming opportunities and schedule your interviews today by logging into Hawks4Hire.
