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It is difficult to choose a path before exploring and learning what people do in that profession. Choosing a career/major program involves a series of steps and process with the end goal of making a confident decision about your education. You may ask yourself the following questions below as you continue to figure out the right path for you.
- Who am I?
- What fits me?
- What educational path should I take?
- How do I know this is the right choice?
- What careers align with my interests, talents and values?
Series of Steps when Choosing a Career
- Assess your talents, core values and interests
- Research majors that align with your interests
- Research careers that align with your talents, values and interests
- Narrow down your major/career interests
- Validate your major/career interests through experiential learning activities
- Make a decision regarding your major or career
Ways to Assess Your Talents, Values, and Interests
CliftonStrengths and Core Values Assessment
Required:
- Visit Career Services (T.2300) to schedule a 30-minute major/career exploration appointment
- Take the pre-determined assessments, then schedule an interpretation by calling (612) 659-6723 or visiting Career Services in T.2300
- Come into Career Services for an interpretation of your CliftonStrengths and Core Values Assessments
Strong Inventory Assessment
Required:
- Visit Career Services (T.2300) to schedule a 30-minute major/career exploration appointment
- Take the pre-determined assessment, then schedule an interpretation by calling (612) 659-6723 or visiting Career Services in T.2300
- Come into Career Services for an interpretation of your Strong Interest Inventory Assessment
Ways to Explore Majors
- The Princeton Review College Major Search: Find a Major
- Speak with faculty in departments to learn more about majors/programs
- Attend seminars and workshops to learn about majors/programs
- Register for a class of your interest to learn more about majors/programs
Next Steps
- Schedule an appointment with a Career Services Advisor (in T.2300) to create a career development plan to find ways of gaining real world exposure during your academic career
- Check out the "Experiential Learning Activities" tab to explore options of gaining real work-related exposure while developing skills and knowledge