How to use ASU's Career Services

As college students, we have a lot on our plates: academics, social life, work, clubs and more. One thing you don’t want to lose sight of is what comes after your time at ASU. It can be daunting to think about, but luckily, ASU has some amazing resources to help.

ASU Career Services is one of my personal favorites. Their website is packed with information and resources, and they have a great team of professionals ready to help. Here are my tips for using these services to your advantage.

Resources and tools

Handouts

The great thing about Career Services is that they offer a wide range of specific resources. And you don't even need to leave home! The website includes a full library of handouts covering topics like interviewing, internships and searching for jobs. It’s a great place to build your foundation.

Resumes

A great first step in professional development is to start and improve your resume. Gone are the days of waiting for a person to review a resume. ASU students have access to VMock, an AI-based resume review tool that provides instant feedback to improve the look and flow of your resume. Don't forget to check out other resources like videos on how to write a resume, example resumes for every field and the ultimate resume checklist.

Sun Devil Career Prep also brings together tools for resumes, cover letters, interview practice and even salary negotiation. The AI-powered tools make it easy to work on your materials whenever it fits your schedule.

Interview practice

After turning in that impressive resume, you'll likely be scheduling some interviews. Visit the interviewing page for videos and handouts about how to prepare both physically and mentally.

InterviewStream is a great way to get feedback on your interview style. After creating an ASU-verified account, you will be able to upload videos of yourself answering common interview questions. You can review the videos before submitting them to professional staff for specific feedback and tips.

Forage lets you build career-ready skills through virtual work simulations and explore internship opportunities with real companies. It’s an easy way to gain experience and feel more prepared before applying.

Career exploration

With an ASU degree, you have so many opportunities after graduation! What comes next? Meet with Career Services to explore potential paths that align with your interests.

Handshake connects ASU students with a wide range of internships, part-time and full-time jobs. Employers actively recruit on the platform, so keeping your profile updated with your experience, skills and coursework can help you stand out.

Grad school prep

The Center offers appointments to learn about grad programs, prepare your application and review your materials.

Online profiles

Your LinkedIn and other professional profiles are a great asset in the professional world. Get feedback on how to strengthen them and make yourself stand out!

With all these professional resources, we don't need to be nervous about the future. We have all the tools and resources we need to be successful!

Written by: Madeline Lewis, a senior majoring in English (Writing, Rhetorics and Literacies)