Career Exploration
Whether you’re just starting to think about your future or actively weighing your options, this career community will help you clarify your interests, build confidence, and take meaningful steps toward a fulfilling career. The Career Exploration Community is a supportive space for all individuals who are exploring career paths, where curiosity and belonging are encouraged through shared discovery, guidance, and connection.
If you would like to join this career community, please update your Wasserman Portal Preferences and select this community in the “Career Pathways” section.
First-Generation Student Career Exploration Program
This cohort is designed to prepare first year, first-generation undergraduate students who are eager to build foundational career skills, and grow their professional confidence to explore career opportunities across various industries and job functions.
First-Generation Professional Development Mentoring Program: Group I and II
This award-winning professional development and mentorship program allows undergraduate first-generation students the opportunity to work on advancing their career goals. The cohorts are organized by academic year; Group I: is designed specifically for second or third-year, first-generation college students who are ready to take proactive steps toward exploring career paths and securing meaningful internships. Group II: is designed specifically for fourth-year, first-generation college students who are eager to develop their job searching and networking skills in order to make a successful transition from college to career. Student participants are assigned mentors, who are selected based on their career path, industry affiliation, and personal interests.
