Career Success Plan
Your customizable Columbus State Career Success Plan is designed to help you build the skills and competencies necessary to be successful in today’s workforce. Whether you choose to enter the workforce immediately upon completion or you decide to pursue additional schooling, this plan will get you on the path to success!
Schedule a meeting with your individual career counselor to view and personalize your plan today!
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Review, customize, and update your Career Success Plan each semester with your career counselor. |
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Undecided about your major/career? Take an online career assessment, reflect on results, and research in-demand occupations when choosing a major/career; your career counselor can help with this! |
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Talk to a professional in your career field of interest through Career Services Exploration Programs and/or Mentorship program. |
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Consider applying for a position through student employment or research and/or join a student club/organization. |
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Join a campus or professional organization; consider taking on a leadership role within the organization(s). |
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Create and/or update your resume. Identify and articulate skills, strengths, knowledge, and experiences by creating a resume and having it reviewed by your career counselor. |
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Practice discussing your skills, experience, and goals with a career counselor or with a professional in your career field of interest. |
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Create and/or review your professional online presence and have it reviewed by your career counselor, a professor or a professional in your career industry of interest. |
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Build and maintain professional relationships by connecting with faculty members, advisors, staff, alumni and/or industry professionals who may serve as a professional reference for you. |
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Engage and network with professionals through a campus mentorship program (Career Mentorship Program, M.A.N. Initiative, Women’s Connection) or through an online networking platform such a LinkedIn. |
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Participate in an activity that promotes inclusiveness and increases ability to interact respectfully with all people. |
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Define, build and/or reflect your personal leadership style and philosophy. |
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Participate in internships, apprenticeships, student leadership or volunteer experiences in your career field of interest; register and create an account on Handshake and/or other job search sites. |
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Network and engage with potential employers and/or four-year colleges by attending a career fair, transfer fair, networking event, or professional conference/workshop. |
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Meet with your career counselor for interview attire/ professional clothing recommendations or a referral to Dress for Success. |
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Review organization websites and industry literature to become familiar with trends and areas of opportunity within you career field of interest. |
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Seek out opportunities to utilize and enhance your skills in a professional environment. |
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Review and edit your resume, cover letter(s), thank-you letter(s), and professional summary with a career counselor. |
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Participate in a practice interview with your career counselor. |
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Accessing Your Plan
To view and update your Individualized Career Success Plan:
- Log into CougarConnect.
- Click on your account at the top and select "Paths."
- Complete and report your items.
Your Dedicated Career Counselor
The Career Services staff is available to assist you in making the most of your Career Success Plan. You will have an assigned Career Counselor, who you can contact when you have questions or need help completing any steps in your plan.
Whenever you need assistance, contact Career Services