Envisioning possibilities comes from following your curiosity. It means striving to learn what’s out there, pursuing information, and digging in to the process of making connections between your personal interests, values and skills and how they fit in the world of work.
Major Myths, Busted
Agonizing over which major will give you the best options post-graduation?
Read about common fears among WashU students and perspective from career coaches.
What Can I Do With This Major?
This resource features over 100 major profiles and information on common career paths, types of employers that hire in the field, and strategies to maximize opportunities. Links to professional associations, occupational outlook information, and job search resources are included.
Identify Careers and Majors that Fit Using Focus 2
Explore careers and majors that align with your interests, values, skills, and personality using Focus 2, an online, self-guided, career and education planning system. This assessment and its results are available 24/7.
Career Assessments Available Through WashU
In addition to Focus 2, we also offer career assessments that require an interpretation appointment with a coach.
How to Learn About an Industry
Industry knowledge is essential for making strategic career choices, understanding relevant trends, and enhancing your fit, connections, and employability.
Great Vault Resources
As a WashU student, you have free access to Vault’s in-depth intelligence on what it’s really like to work within an industry, company, or profession.
Start exploring the site with these links to helpful resources.
Learn from Alumni & Professionals
Networking is the most essential and efficient way to get an insider’s view of work, bridging the gap between theoretical knowledge and real-world application. Informational conversations provide insight about daily tasks, challenges and rewards, necessary skills, organizational work culture, potential career paths, and emerging opportunities. Moreover, hearing about the successes and mistakes of others can provide valuable lessons and inspiration for your own decision making.
Tips for Attending Employer Programs & Events
Interacting with employers is key to narrowing down your interests and learning about opportunities. Career Fairs, Treks, speakers, panels and employer spotlights give you a chance to hear from people who are doing the work.
WashU Career Communities
We offer Career Communities as a way for you to explore industries, access industry-specific resources and coaching, participate in workshops and programs, learn from alumni, and connect with organizations and professionals.
The Power of Professional Associations
Professional associations can be a valuable resource when you’re considering career options, looking to build your network, or wanting to increase your candidacy for an internship or job.
Learn about the part they can play in your career development.
Podcasts for Curious Thinkers
Podcasts allow you to stay informed, eavesdrop on chitchat among industry influencers, and gain insight that might bring clarity to your personal goals.