Resources for Students - Center for Career Planning - Christopher Newport University

Center for Career Planning

Resources for Students

We help students explore and identify major and career paths beginning in your first year of enrollment, and help you set and achieve goals throughout your undergraduate career.

Our tagline is “You Get Jobs By Talking to People.” We facilitate connections with employers and graduate school recruiters to publicize opportunities and prepare you for career success.

By the time you reach 60 credit hours, you must declare a major. This can be a difficult decision and we can help you in a number of ways. We also offer a variety of helpful self-assessment tools, including:

  • The STRONG Interest Inventory
  • The FOCUS Career Management System

These assessments can help you figure out what program will be best for you. After you complete an assessment, you will meet with one of our coaches to discuss your results and make an action plan.

When you are ready to declare your major, complete a Change of Major form.

Check out our “What Can I Do with a Major In” guides to explore which kinds of careers you can pursue with different majors.

The Center for Career Planning offers many different types of services and resources to help you navigate the job and internship search process.

Want to see where graduates have secured employment/graduate school acceptance? Check out our outcomes.

Want to find out where students have interned? Check out our internship site.

Schedule an appointment with us via Handshake to discuss action steps for your job and internship search.

Check out the Resource Library on Handshake for resource guides to help you navigate your job and internship search. You can access these documents by logging in to your Handshake account, selecting “Career Center” from the main menu and then selecting “Resources.” On this page, we have countless different resource guides that can assist you with your search.

We understand the importance of presenting yourself in the best possible light when applying for opportunities. That's why we emphasize the significance of reviewing and proofreading your applications before submitting them.

Proofreading is an essential step that should not be overlooked. It allows you to catch any typographical errors, grammatical mistakes, or inconsistencies that might unintentionally diminish the impact of your application. By dedicating time to carefully review your documents, you can ensure they reflect your professionalism and attention to detail.

Remember, a well-polished application not only demonstrates your commitment to excellence but also increases your chances of leaving a positive impression on potential employers or admissions committees.

Investing time in reviewing and proofreading your applications will undoubtedly pay off in your pursuit of career success.

Schedule an appointment with us via Handshake to have your application materials reviewed.

Check out the Resource Library on Handshake for resource guides to help you complete your applications. You can access these documents by logging in to your Handshake account, selecting “Career Center” from the main menu and then selecting “Resources.” On this page, we have countless different resource guides that can assist you with your applications, such as resume samples, cover letter writing guides, graduate school personal statement resources, and more!

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