CEMS Career Roadmap

Upon arriving at the College of Engineering and Mathematical Sciences, you will have the opportunity to experience and complete action steps to make you ready for a career within your industry of choice. Click on the links below to explore.

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Meet new folks and explore your interests through a CEMS Student Organization
Join the STEM Interest Group through the Career Center
Complete the Career Interest Survey & start building your Handshake Profile & JobX Profile to search for On & Off-Campus Jobs
Choose a major you'll thrive in by talking with your First-Year or Faculty Advisor & Research what you can do with your degree
Connect with our Office of Equity, Belonging, and Student Engagement
Check out available resources through the CEMS Career Readiness Program and the Career Center Intro video
Follow @UVMCEMS and @UVMCEMSSTUDENTSERVICES on Instagram to stay up to date on events
Explore Co-Op/Study Abroad Options ASAP

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Build your career marketing tools: Resume, Cover Letter & LinkedIn Account
Check out Experiential Learning Opportunities: Job shadowing, study abroad, community service, and more.
Gain "real world"/ practical experience through Internships & Co-Ops, Study Abroad
Conduct Undergraduate Research: CEMS Opportunities & UVM Four
Connect with 3+ faculty, staff, advisors, and mentors to build your professional network and gain references
Network with UVM Alumni via UVM Connect and the LinkedIn Alumni Tool to learn about career paths
Get a sense of job opportunities by attending career fairs, researching companies, and attending CEMS events

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Polish your Interview Skills: View General Tips & Practice for Technical Interviews
Learn about Negotiation Techniques & Ways to Negotiate
Connect with Career Readiness Coordinator, Advisors, and Mentors to seek guidance and ask questions

CEMS Career Roadmap

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