We have developed a library of Brightspace modules addressing common career questions. These modules can be seamlessly plugged into any Blackboard course. Topics cover everything from reflecting on values/interests to negotiating a salary.

This is a self-contained Brightspace course designed to equip students with the foundational skills, knowledge and tools to set them up for the next steps on their career journey. We created it with first-year students in mind, but it is appropriate for anyone beginning career preparation.

By taking these annual Buzzfeed-style quizzes, students get a personalized update of where they are in terms of career readiness and what they should do next.

Work with a curriculum specialist to discuss how we can help you integrate career exploration and readiness into your course. Contact Adam.Boothe@uvm.edu

• Create your profile, confirm your email and then select the Career Interest Group of greatest relevance.
• Once logged in, use the left nav to join additional groups (as many as you'd like). Come and go as you please.
• Let students/alums know how you are "willing to help".
• Use the directory to find alums in your field for guest speakers / panels.
• Easily promote events in your department / field.Encourage students, alums & your colleagues to join.

An Open-Source Discussion Board
Students can post career-related questions to people in their future fields. This is especially helpful for students completing an internship, practicum, or other experiential learning experience.

Discover Potential Career Paths
Students can search the UVM Connect directory based on keywords to see what paths others in their field or with their major have taken in their careers. Students can broaden their perspectives and understand that their major is not necessarily their career.

Demystify Networking
Ask students to message an alum (or a few) to ask career-related questions or questions about graduate school. Your students will be surprised how easy it is.

Find Guest Speakers
Tap into the alum network to find speakers for your class or a panel discussion – or better yet, ask your students to make a list of potential speakers. Who can relate to your current students better than alums?

Promote events
Announce upcoming departmental events and/or raise awareness of additional opportunities on and off campus.

Stay connected
Graduation does not mean goodbye. Stay in touch with former students as a colleague, mentor or friend.

FAQ 

Our FAQ page provides resources to answer students’ most common career questions.  

Path to Career Success 

The Path provides a big picture view of what steps students should take throughout their time at UVM. All paths are unique, but this is a great place to start.  

Career Quizzes (CQs)

By taking CQs, annual Buzzfeed-style quizzes, students get a personalized update of where they are in terms of career readiness and what they should do next. 

Career Interest Groups 

Joining a Career Interest Group is the fastest way for students to get connected to people, events and resources related to their career goals. Low effort, high reward. 

UVM Connect 

Encourage students to sign up for UVM Connect. They can connect with alums who are willing to help with their career questions and preparation. 

Handshake

Setting up a Handshake profile will allow students to browse job and internship opportunities. They can also find career-related events happening on campus and online. 

Feedback for Students

Students can submit application materials to the Career Center for feedback. They can get feedback on resumes, cover letters, elevator pitches, LinkedIn profiles and Handshake profiles.