UAC Career Services
Career Services at UA Cossatot is committed to helping students and alumni achieve their career goals by providing personalized guidance, valuable resources, and professional support. Whether you're exploring career options, creating or updating your résumé and cover letter, searching for jobs or internships, preparing for interviews through mock interviews, or building your professional network, we're here to support you every step of the way.
Career Assessments
Not sure which career path is right for you? Career assessments can help you discover your interests, strengths, skills, and personality traits to identify careers that align with your goals. UA Cossatot Career Services offers assessment tools and personalized guidance to help you explore career options, choose a major, and make informed decisions about your future with confidence.
Mock Interviews
Build confidence and sharpen your interview skills with a mock interview through UA Cossatot Career Services. Practice answering common interview questions, receive personalized feedback, and learn techniques to improve your communication, professionalism, and overall interview performance. Whether you're preparing for a job, internship, or interview, mock interviews can help you make a lasting impression and feel confident on interview day.
Career Closet
Make a great first impression with confidence. The UA Cossatot Career Closet provides students with free professional clothing to help them look and feel their best for job interviews, career fairs, internships, and the workplace. Each student may receive up to two professional outfits per academic year at no cost. Whether you're preparing for your first interview or starting a new job, the Career Closet is here to help you dress for success.
Career Fairs
Connect with employers and explore exciting career opportunities at UA Cossatot Career Fairs. These events give students and alumni the chance to meet with local, regional, and national employers, learn about available jobs and internships, and build valuable professional connections. Career fairs are an excellent opportunity to network, ask questions, submit résumés, and discover potential career paths in a variety of industries.
Resume Checklist
Before You Submit Your Resume
☐ One page (unless extensive experience requires more)
☐ Professional email address
☐ Current phone number
☐ LinkedIn profile included (optional but recommended)
☐ No spelling or grammar errors
☐ Consistent font and formatting
☐ Action verbs used throughout
☐ Tailored to the job you're applying for
☐ Quantified accomplishments whenever possible
☐ Saved as a PDF (unless another format is requested)
Action Verbs
- Managed
- Organized
- Coordinated
- Developed
- Created
- Improved
- Led
- Designed
- Assisted
- Analyzed
- Researched
- Trained
- Supervised
- Implemented
- Achieved
MAJOR RESEARCH
These sites provide information on majors and self-assessment tools to help match interests and majors.
- O*NET
- What Can I Do With This Major?
- College Board
- MyMajors.com
- https://www.intelligent.com/how-to-get-an-internship/
JOB RESOURCES:
RESUME AND COVER LETTER ASSISTANCE:
- https://www.indeed.com/career-advice/resume-samples
- https://www.resume.io
- https://www.resumegenius.com
- https://www.careerreload.com
- https://www.chatgpt.com
CAREER SERVICES CONTACT INFORMATION:
Career Services: https://www.cccua.edu/community-workforce/career-services.html