Unlock Your Potential by Building Career Readiness Early

November is National Career Development Month. The ISU Career Center can help you understand the importance of continuous learning, being flexible, individualizing your career path, and developing durable skills. Each of the following steps you take now sets the stage for a successful and fulfilling career journey ahead.

• Start exploring career goals early to stay ahead after graduation.
• Keep resumes updated and maintain an active LinkedIn profile.
• Attend campus events and workshops to build professional skills and connections.
• Join student clubs, internships, or volunteer programs to strengthen teamwork, communication, critical thinking, and time management.
• Network with classmates, professors, alumni, and employers - both in person and online.
• Visit the campus career center and career fairs regularly for support and opportunities.
• Stay flexible and revisit career plans as interests and goals evolve.

Schedule regular appointments with a Career Counselor through your Handshake account or by calling the Career Center at (208) 282-4283.