The guides listed below are designed to assist you in the career planning and job search process. Print versions of these guides and additional information on these topics are available in the Career Center Library, Room 1200 in the Dunlap Success Center.

From Freshman to Graduate

• 2020-2021 Career Guide (Download PDF with clickable links)
  Alternative format available upon request
• Roadmap to Career Success
• Roadmap to Career Success for Graduate Students

Section I. Planning

• Choosing a Major or Occupation
• Choosing a Major: A Guide for Families
• Transitioning From The Military

Section II. Occupations

• Considering Employment in a Faculty Position

Section III. Education

• Applying to Graduate School Timeline
• Graduate Student Resources
• Going to Graduate School
• Studying Abroad
• Write Your Personal Statement

Section IV. Experience

• Job Shadowing and Information Interviews
• Making the Most of Experiential Learning Opportunities

Section V. Preparation

Resumes & CVs

• Creating a Career Objective
• Preparing a Portfolio
• Resume Writing
• Highlighting your Experiences During Covid-19
• Federal Resume
• Writing a Curriculum Vitae
• Writing Effective Letters

Job Search Preparation

• Building Your LinkedIn Presence
• Job Shadowing and Information Interviews
• Student Guide to FSU Career Fairs in NoleNetwork
• Virtual Career Fair Tips (Coming soon)
• Preparing for a Career Fair
• Researching Potential Employers
• Using Proper Etiquette

Job Interviewing

• Dress to Impress
• The First Job Interview
  • Preparing for a Telephone Interview
  • Preparing for your Second Interview
  • Preparing for your Case Interview
  • Preparing for your Technical Interview

Salary & Negotiations

• Negotiating Job Offers
• Preparing for your Second Interview
• First Year on the Job
• Salary and Hiring Data
• Salary Negotiation Tips
• Prepare to Negotiate Salary
• How to ask for a Salary Increase
• Big Interview Negotiations Curriculum
• Job Offer Evaluation Worksheet
• Benefits Checklist
• Salary Form for Occupations
• Calculate your Personal Salary Range

Section VI. Opportunities

• Searching for a Job
  • Searching for a Job in Tallahassee
  • Searching for a Job as an International Student
  • Searching for a Job in Human Services
• Searching for a Job in Academia
• Searching for a Part-time or Summer Job
• Searching for a Temporary Job
• Starting Your Small Business
• Working Abroad

User's Guides for Career Center Tools

• Career Portfolio User's Guide
• Using Career Portfolio in an Academic Job Search

To get assistance deciding which resources would work best for you, come to the Career Center and speak to a career advisor . You may also check the Calendar of Workshops and Events for upcoming workshops on these and other topics.