Lynn Hansen, Director Is getting a job a part of your plans after graduation? Creating a career action plan is the best strategy for achieving this goal. The first step is choosing a major that’s right for you. Use Focus 2 Career to discover your personality, interests, skills, and values. Explore which UCF majors, career fields, and job titles best fit you. Graduate school may be part of the plan depending on the path you choose. Career Counselors can help you make sense of it all through drop-ins, one-on-one appointments, group sessions, and workshops. Next, get involved. Engaging with UCF programs and resources will help you build the skills that employers are seeking, when the time comes. Early on join a student organization or participate in the Knight Shadow program. Later the Lockheed Martin College Work Experience Program (CWEP), internships, co-op, and undergraduate research are high impact practices that will build your career readiness. Step by step, hands on experiences will develop valuable critical thinking, communication, and collaboration competencies. As you move forward on your career path always look ahead. Every step is important but keep your destination in sight. For most students, it’s finding a job. Searching for a job is most effective with the right tools. Learn the best ways to articulate your skills, strengths, knowledge, and experiences through workshops, resume critiques and practice interviews. Apply for jobs through Handshake early. Well before you graduate, start showcasing the strengths you have built at UCF by attending networking events, the Internship and Career Expo, information sessions, and On-Campus Interviews. Set yourself up for success! Get started on your career action plan. To learn more stop by Career Services or schedule an appointment. Programs, Teams, and Other Websites Link Handshake Social Media Facebook Facebook Instagram Instagram Instagram Pinterest Twitter Twitter Youtube YouTube