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.
Your 4-year path to career success at the University of Vermont’s College of Engineering and Mathematical Sciences (CEMS) is built on a proven foundation of hands-on experience and team-based learning. We provide the connections that lead to successful careers and top graduate schools.
First Year: Explore
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| Academics | Community and Leadership | Career Preparation |
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| Design solutions to campus-based problems collaboratively with your peers in the first-year seminar course | Study with peers and mentors at the CEMS First Year Hours | Join a UVM Career Center interest group |
| Complete basic math and science requirements | Connect with the UVM Intercultural Centers | Meet with a CEMS Career Services representative |
| Connect with the Tutoring Center | Attend the Activities Fest to learn about clubs and student organizations | Attend a career workshop to learn about resume writing, LinkedIn, and networking |
| Meet with your academic advisor | Explore all that Burlington has to offer | Attend an internship and job fair |
| Learn about study abroad, minor, co-major, and undergraduate certificate opportunities | Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, and LinkedIn | Connect with employers visiting campus |
Second Year: Experience
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| Academics | Community and Leadership | Career Preparation |
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| Complete foundational courses in your major | Join a CEMS Peer Mentor cohort to support incoming first-year students | Find internship and networking opportunities on Handshake |
| Talk to professors about research and teaching assistantships | Join a CEMS club or organization | Attend the STEM Networking Night |
| Access study groups and office hours to sharpen study skills | Engage in volunteer and outreach opportunities through UVM 4H-Extension, Vermont FIRST, MATHCOUNTS, Engineering Week, and Girls Who Code | Check out tools like UVM Connect, JobScan, Buzzfile, and GoinGlobal |
| Meet with your faculty advisor | Connect with classmates and alumni on LinkedIn |
Third Year: Focus
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| Academics | Community and Leadership | Career Preparation |
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| Complete intermediate courses and electives in your major | Consider becoming a club officer, orientation leader, or residential advisor | Update your resume, and LinkedIn profile |
| Study abroad in Year 2 or 3 | Consider applying for funding to grow your club, travel to a conference, or run a campus event | Attend an Employer Resume Review Night |
| Attend an Accelerated Master’s Program info session | Serve as a STEM Ambassador and support K-12 outreach | Practice interview and application skills with the Career Center or CEMS Career Services representative |
| Explore general education courses outside of your major | Consider applying for a summer research experience | Apply for opportunities at career fairs and networking events |
Fourth Year: Achieve
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| Academics | Community and Leadership | Career Preparation |
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| Complete the capstone experience and advanced electives in your major | Consider serving as a Student Director for the CEMS Peer Mentor program | Create a job search strategy and timeline with your career advisor |
| Check your degree progress and submit your intent to graduate form | Serve on a student advisory board | Attend career fairs and follow up with potential employers |
| Collect UVM commencement cords for honors, first gen, volunteerism, and club membership among others | Pass the Torch to the next generation of student leaders in CEMS | Explore opportunities for graduate study and application requirements |