Questions they might ask:
- How do I identify specific job possibilities to go with my major?
- When should I start thinking about my job search?
- Is graduate/professional school for me?
Consider this:
Graduation may not be as far off as they think. The junior year is not too early to identify and gather information about companies and/or graduate/professionals school. Students need to know the steps necessary for gaining meaningful employment or for gaining admission to graduate/professional school.
Recommendations for parents:
- Ask them about talking with a an alum through MU Connect: Career Alumni Network (electronic networking program with alumni). These contacts can provide students with specific information about their areas of interest.
- Support them in joining student and professional organizations related to their majors or careers.
- Help them polish their resume and stress that they have it critiqued by a career professional.
- During summer vacation, encourage them to get a job with opportunities to gain work experience and improve interpersonal communication skills.
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