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Sophomore Year - Career Exploration

  • Use the Career Center website and other resources to research career fields and occupations
  • Evaluate interests and abilities through testing (visit the Career Center for assistance)
  • Attend career-related programs (including the Career Exploration Series) sponsored by the Career Center or individuals departments
  • Talk with professionals in career fields and occupations that interest you
  • Discuss options with a career counselor at the Career Center and develop a career plan
  • Test career options through volunteer work, workshadowing experiences and part-time jobs
  • Attend workshops or set up an appointment with the Career Center to work on career issues such as resume writing and interview skills
  • Declare a major
  • Attend Elon University Career fairs to find out more about internships/co-ops and summer jobs
  • Register on the Elon Job Network for internship/co-op opportunities; see the Career Center for additional assistance in locating internships and co-ops
  • Plan early for career-related summer work
  • Increase involvement in extracurricular activities and seek leadership roles
  • Join an on-campus pre-professional organization
  • Participate in Study Aboard