On-campus resources
Appointments
Students and Alumni may arrange individual appointments to discuss any of the various aspects of finding and starting a new career. Our office offers services such as resumé reviews and mock interviews.
Events
Through out the year we host events designed to prepare and promote our students and alumni. Our annual events include: Career and Education fairs, interview days, and workshops. You should check the events calendar for dates and times.
Business Information Library
Our staff maintains a library of resources in our office that covers information about companies, job search skills, professional work standards, and more. You can visit our office at any time to use this resource.
Online Resources
These web sites may provided you with valuable information to assist you as you start a new career:
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Career Resources
Career Builder.com - Resources
Resumé Tips
Job Search
asmartplace.com
American Rental Association (ARA)
ARA grants access to a full-service job board tha allows individuals to post their resumes confidentially and at no charge. This site also offers industry job descriptions for four levels of service technicians. This is great knowledge for those interested in building a career in this area. If you need further assistance, contact Carla Brozick at 800-334-2177, ext. 241, or carla.brozick@ararental.org.
It includes a job search feature representing all types of companies in Huntsville/Madison County. This is a free service that offers a broad look at the opportunities for employment in our community. Also included area a guide to careers on Redstone Arsenal and an explanation of the federal job application process.
U.S. Department of Labor
Bureau of Labor Statistics Occupational Outlook Handbook
For hundreds of different types of jobs--such as teacher, lawyer, and nurse--the Occupational Outlook Handbook tells you:
The training and education needed
Earnings
Expected job prospects
What workers do on the job
Working conditions
http://www.campuscareercenter.com
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National Park Service
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CIA
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Internal Revenue
https://joblink.alabama.gov/ada/
An Alabama JobLink Jobseeker account provides the ability to:
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Conduct a Job Search
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Build an on-line Resume
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Register with Job Service
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Receive emails on new job openings
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Access additional details and Jobseeker services
Careers in Science
Careers in Science Fall under many different categories. Some of these categories include Medical Careers, Engineering & Technology Careers, and Etc. If you like to build or fix things, observe or work with animals, look at things under a microscope, be in nature, or care about the environment then you should consider a career in Science.
Careers in English
Studying English will develop your critical thinking and communication skills. Many top companies hire English majors specifically for these skills. Studying English just might be your ticket to the top! There are a host of jobs that are available to English majors. These jobs include, but are not limited to :
Editor, Editorial Assistant, Public Relations Specialist, Lawyer, Customer Service Representative, Actor, filmmaker, Insurance Agent, Librarian, Medical Records Manager, Paralegal, Politician, Real Estate Broker, Report, Personnel Manager, Etc.
Careers In Gear: when it comes to Drivers jobs in your area, we've got you covered. Opportunities are available for jobs in the Transportation Industry.
HealthCareerWeb.Com: A job-searching tool for people who have been in the healthcare industry for years and even those that are starting out.
JobALot.Com: With simple functionality and extensive job listings nation wide, it's easy to find that perfect job with JobALot.
Sports Job Board: Now you can offer an unlimited number of your students complete access to the official Sports Industry Job Board. We offer an academic access package which provides your school with a central Username & Password that you can issue to students who are interested in working in the Professional Sports Industry.
A Career Planning Course for Parents as a year-by-year practical guide for parents who want to participate in their students' career development. You will find information directed to parents.
Heather offers Millenials a view of employment that they can relate to through Life, Actually, JobWeb's new graduate's blog. You can directly link to the blog at the link above.
Employment Guide: is the nation's leading job board for hourly, skilled, full/part time jobs, internships and Summer jobs.
Other Resources
Killerstartups.com and startupsearch.com -for enterpreneurially-minded students and how to get jobs in start-up businesses.
Collegejournal.com Wall Street Journal's online college edition
Global Placement is a global interactive platform for internships, (work) placements and graduation assignments on an international level.
