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The Career Center is dedicated to providing all Spartans with the resources, guidance, and opportunities you need to successfully prepare for your future. We offer a wide variety of services for students, including 1:1 career coaching, career experiences, employer connection events, and career education to design a meaningful life and career.

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Personal Branding Done Right: 5 Examples To Inspire You

Published on September 20, 2024

“To be in business today, our most important job is to be head marketer for the brand called You. It’s that simple and that hard. And that inescapable.” – Tom Peters.

Professionals in the digital age stand when they strengthen …

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Turning Your Internship into a Full-Time Career: Proven Strategies

Published on August 30, 2024

Did you know that over 70% of companies offer full-time positions to their interns? This statistic highlights the significant potential internships have in shaping future careers.

Internships are more than just a temporary assignment; they are a critical opportunity to …

By Ivy Exec

What Is Creative Thinking? Definition, Examples, and How to Showcase It During Your Job Search

Published on August 16, 2024

Have you ever whipped up a delicious meal using random leftover ingredients? That silly example, friends, is creative thinking in action. In today’s job market, where innovation is key, creative thinking is no longer just a bonus skill—it’s a must-have.

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What Can You Do With a Communications Major? 10 Jobs to Consider

Published on July 26, 2024

Being able to communicate well is one of the most important skills that humans need—both at work and outside of it. Good communication skills allow us to share information with others, form lasting and meaningful relationships, and be active and …

How to Create an Online Portfolio (Even When You Don’t Have Work Experience)

Published on July 22, 2024

You don’t need professional work experience to have a great online portfolio. If you’ve written articles for the school newspaper, conducted research for a class, developed a video game in an extracurricular, or did some graphic design on your own …

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Lightcast SkillsMatch is a web-based tool that helps students find SJSU courses and programs that match their career interests. Lightcast …

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Forage is a free, online resource where students can engage in virtual job simulations designed by leading companies. Develop skills …

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Industrial Design ClubsShare This: Share Industrial Design Clubs on FacebookShare Industrial Design Clubs on LinkedInShare Industrial Design Clubs on X
Student organizations within the Department of Design.

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NEO Graphic Design ClubShare This: Share NEO Graphic Design Club on FacebookShare NEO Graphic Design Club on LinkedInShare NEO Graphic Design Club on X
Student organization created to promote creative growth and awareness of graphic design as a culture and a community.

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Shrunkenheadman ClubShare This: Share Shrunkenheadman Club on FacebookShare Shrunkenheadman Club on LinkedInShare Shrunkenheadman Club on X
SJSU’s Animation/Illustration student organization. The club provides a multitude of services, including hosting guest presentations, weekly figure drawing sessions, and …

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Geology Club Speaker SeriesShare This: Share Geology Club Speaker Series on FacebookShare Geology Club Speaker Series on LinkedInShare Geology Club Speaker Series on X
Geology Club’s weekly event, which gives students and faculty the opportunity to hear geology-related talks from guest professionals and educators …

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Department of Computer Science ClubsShare This: Share Department of Computer Science Clubs on FacebookShare Department of Computer Science Clubs on LinkedInShare Department of Computer Science Clubs on X
Allow students to socialize, build community, gain skills, and develop leadership. 

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Biology Students Association (BSA)Share This: Share Biology Students Association (BSA) on FacebookShare Biology Students Association (BSA) on LinkedInShare Biology Students Association (BSA) on X
Designed for students with a wide variety of interests in the vast field of biology, from ecology and evolutionary biology, …

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Career Champions ProgramShare This: Share Career Champions Program on FacebookShare Career Champions Program on LinkedInShare Career Champions Program on X
An initiative driven by the SJSU Career Center and Colleges to provide faculty and staff with career development resources and …

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Career GuidesShare This: Share Career Guides on FacebookShare Career Guides on LinkedInShare Career Guides on X
Career Center guides are designed to help students explore career paths, build experience, and successfully launch after graduation. Check out …

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UndocuSpartans Career GuideShare This: Share UndocuSpartans Career Guide on FacebookShare UndocuSpartans Career Guide on LinkedInShare UndocuSpartans Career Guide on X
This guide provides information about attaining experience, disclosing status, preparing for graduate school, etc.

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International Students GuideShare This: Share International Students Guide on FacebookShare International Students Guide on LinkedInShare International Students Guide on X
This guide covers: the job/internship search process, resumes, networking, interviewing, understanding cultural differences, and more.

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Career GuidesShare This: Share Career Guides on FacebookShare Career Guides on LinkedInShare Career Guides on X
Career Center guides are designed to help students explore career paths, build experience, and successfully launch after graduation. Each interactive …

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Introduces the Major & Career Exploration Guide, self-assessment – Focus2, values, & skills

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