First Year @ USI
Career Services & Campus Resources
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Career Services & Internships Office Information
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Career Services and Internships is committed to assisting students and alumni in transitioning from college to career by providing a full range of career development services, internship and job search strategy, workshops, career fairs, resume assistance and mock interviews, in addition to other services.
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Students and alumni have access to our online job bank, Eagle Career Launch, to pursue part- and full-time jobs, internships and co-ops. Employers can post jobs that are suitable for alumni with degrees or for students while they are in school.
*Students if you have never logged in, you will need to contact Career Services to set up your account. Please call 812-464-1865 or email
career@usi.edu
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Internships translate classroom theory into application and provide a practical framework for academic coursework. Internships also enhance your resume, provide networking opportunities, and may even lead to a permanent position!
To qualify for an internship, a student must have completed at least one semester at USI and be in good standing.
To qualify for an internship with earned credit in your major, criteria specific to that major must be met. Those requirements vary according to the major. An internship coordinator can help you determine if you qualify.
If you are interested in an internship, register with Career Services and Internships
and schedule an appointment with the appropriate internship coordinator. For more information and to schedule an appointment visit the
Internships and Co-Ops page.
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- Make an appointment to meet with a USI Career Services professional to review your resume, prepare for the interview, and discuss your search strategy
- Identify you skill sets
- Utilize online resources and company websites
- Customize your resume to match each position you apply to
- Prepare for the interview
- Research the company you are interviewing with beforehand
- Practice answering tough and common interview questions
- Look up background information about the individual you are interviewing with
- Prepare questions for your interview
- Create/update your LinkedIn account
- Ask past supervisors and instructors to be references and inform them you are job searching
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- Networking is a process that fosters the exchange of information and ideas among individuals or groups that share a common interest. It may be for social or business purposes.
- Studies have shown that up to 80% of jobs are never advertised – they are filled by word of mouth. So it’s who you know and who knows you that matters.
- The easiest way to expand your network is to build on the relationships with people you know; family, friends, classmates, colleagues and acquaintances
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Career Exploration
& Counseling
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- Career Exploration is simply learning about various occupations and their "fit" with your unique career preferences, e.g. the skills, interests and values you want satisfied by your career.
- Engage in self assessment: begin your process of career exploration by reflecting on the following questions:
- What are my interests and what do I enjoy learning about?
- What do I like to do and what skills would I like to develop?
- What are my talents and strengths?
- What are my values?
- Research Careers: gather information about occupations, industries and companies to assess your options:
- O*NET Online: Provides comprehensive information on industries and specific occupations.
- Occupational Outlook Handbook: Features profiles for various occupations compiled by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
- Glassdoor: Contains company information and employee reviews.
- Reach out to professionals in your field of interest and request to job shadow or conduct an informational interview.
- Gain Experience
- Join a student or professional organization related to your area of interest.
- Get involved in activities that complement your curriculum, including volunteer work, leadership positions and research opportunities.
- Build career-related experience by getting a part-time job with student employment or an internship.
- Participate in Events and Programs that provide opportunities to gain insight from professionals in your field of interest, including potential employers and alumni.
For more information about career exploration and counseling, visit the
Career Counseling
website.
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Reminders and Upcoming Events:
- Stay connected in the Facebook Class of 2022 Group
- Read past editions of this newsletter
- Wednesday, September 19 - Career Link | Carter Hall | 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.
- Thursdays, September 20 - Latin Rhythms | Traditions Lounge | 5 - 6 p.m.
- Friday, September 21 - Late Nite @ USI | RCFW Center | 9 p.m. - Midnight
- Monday, September 24 - Cookies and Canvas |Carter Hall | 4 p.m. & 6 p.m.
- Wednesday, September 26 - Wellness Fair | Carter Hall | 8:30 a.m. - 3 p.m
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Student Development Programs| 812-465-7167 | getinvolved@usi.edu
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