{"id":967,"date":"2025-08-17T14:00:58","date_gmt":"2025-08-17T14:00:58","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/pressbooks.ulib.csuohio.edu\/publicservicecareers\/?post_type=chapter&#038;p=967"},"modified":"2025-08-17T14:00:58","modified_gmt":"2025-08-17T14:00:58","slug":"1-8-csus-office-of-career-development-exploration","status":"publish","type":"chapter","link":"https:\/\/pressbooks.ulib.csuohio.edu\/publicservicecareers\/chapter\/1-8-csus-office-of-career-development-exploration\/","title":{"rendered":"1.8 CSU\u2019s Office of Career Development &amp; Exploration"},"content":{"raw":"To be competitive in the job market and to succeed at work, students need to build skills that complement classroom learning. Employers value professionalism, clear communication, and the ability to adapt in different settings.\r\n\r\nCSU supports students through the Office of Career Development &amp; Exploration. You can email <a href=\"mailto:careers@csuohio.edu\">careers@csuohio.edu<\/a> to make an appointment or self-schedule through the office\u2019s <a href=\"https:\/\/www.csuohio.edu\/career-development-exploration\">website<\/a>.\r\n\r\nServices include:\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li>Resume and cover letter review<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Help with professional presence<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Networking guidance<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Mock interviews, and<\/li>\r\n \t<li>A professional photo for your LinkedIn profile via an on-campus photo booth<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\nTaking advantage of these resources early and often will make you more prepared for internships, job searches, and advancement after graduation.\r\n<div class=\"textbox\">\r\n\r\n<em>When to Use Career Services<\/em>\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li>First Year: Explore majors, careers, and start building your resume.<\/li>\r\n \t<li>During Your Studies: Prepare for internships, practice interview skills, and strengthen your professional presence.<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Before Graduation: Refine your job search strategy, connect with employers, and update your LinkedIn profile with a professional photo.<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\nCareer development is ongoing. You don\u2019t need to wait until senior year to get started.\r\n\r\n<\/div>","rendered":"<p>To be competitive in the job market and to succeed at work, students need to build skills that complement classroom learning. Employers value professionalism, clear communication, and the ability to adapt in different settings.<\/p>\n<p>CSU supports students through the Office of Career Development &amp; Exploration. You can email <a href=\"mailto:careers@csuohio.edu\">careers@csuohio.edu<\/a> to make an appointment or self-schedule through the office\u2019s <a href=\"https:\/\/www.csuohio.edu\/career-development-exploration\">website<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>Services include:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Resume and cover letter review<\/li>\n<li>Help with professional presence<\/li>\n<li>Networking guidance<\/li>\n<li>Mock interviews, and<\/li>\n<li>A professional photo for your LinkedIn profile via an on-campus photo booth<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Taking advantage of these resources early and often will make you more prepared for internships, job searches, and advancement after graduation.<\/p>\n<div class=\"textbox\">\n<p><em>When to Use Career Services<\/em><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>First Year: Explore majors, careers, and start building your resume.<\/li>\n<li>During Your Studies: Prepare for internships, practice interview skills, and strengthen your professional presence.<\/li>\n<li>Before Graduation: Refine your job search strategy, connect with employers, and update your LinkedIn profile with a professional photo.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Career development is ongoing. 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