Junior
- Meet with a career advisor to begin focusing on a potential career or graduate school path.
- Prepare for your junior summer internship by attending Internship 101 workshops.
- Pursue internship and volunteer experiences during your study abroad or domestic study away program to build an accessible professional network.
- Stay on top of post-grad opportunities that require your attention (Fulbright, Watson Fellowship, graduate school timetables, etc.).
- Improve your interviewing skills by doing informational and mock interviews with alumnae/i volunteers and Career Advisors. Continue your connection to the network of alumnae/i who can be of help to you.
- Establish a professional on-line image in order to successfully present yourself to potential employers and/or graduate schools.
- Revise your resume with study abroad or domestic study away programs and campus leadership experiences.
- Register to become a member of the Alumnae/i On-line Network.
- Update your e-portfolio with reflections of your academic work and summer experiences. Think about the integration of your interests; understand its relevance and how it impacts your career development.
The Career Curriculum is Wheaton's four-year career exploration guide. In the Career Curriculum, you will find a detailed set of expectations for each year you are at Wheaton; some tasks you can do on your own and others you will want to complete with the help of a career advisor.
NACE’s 2010 Student Survey shows that, the more frequently a student used career services, the more likely he/she is to receive a job offer.
News for Juniors
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Students map their futures at annual career symposium
February 28, 2013The annual Sophomore Symposium, held on January 26, attracted students to a variety of workshops where they had the chance to network with dozens of alumnae/i. -
Seniors Only! Sweats to Suits Program March 22nd
February 27, 2013Learn how to present yourself in a professional manner. -
What's happening now?
November 26, 2012Workshops and events each semester range from internship funding and fellowship information, to resumes, cover letters and networking.
