CAREER AWARENESS Career tools

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The University of Florida Career Connections Center Links to an external site. has many useful resources for those seeking to create a career plan, refresh their resume, or further your career readiness. 

Career Plans  

The Career Action Plan Links to an external site. helps you leverage the Career Connections Center and our network of partners in support of bridging inspiration to action.The Career Action Plan is created with four non-linear mindsets that have tools, activities, and questions that will encourage you to think introspectively and differently about your career options.

Learn About Yourself and Career Options
Discover who you are and what you are good at, and gain clarity about your career options.
Prepare for Your Next Steps
Present yourself as a strong candidate and communicate your experiences effectively as you move towards your career goals.
Develop Professionally
Evaluate the competencies you need to develop for your career interests.
Build Experience
Apply the knowledge and competencies you are developing in a real-world setting.

Resume Building 

A resume is a professional summary that highlights your skills, abilities, and achievements. Resumes provide employers with a unique reflection of your experiences and are used for securing part or full-time employment, gaining admission into a graduate program, being awarded a scholarship, and more. An ideal resume should feature your accomplishments, strengths, and transferable skills. Click here Links to an external site. for examples and resume building tips. 

Virtual Events 

The career resource center hosts virtual services and events Links to an external site. for UF students. 

These include: express drop-ins, career planning appointments, resume labs, and more. 

Careers and Peaceful Protest Participation 

The Career Connection Center (C3) is a strong advocate for justice and equity for all in employment and higher education, and unequivocally supports the rights of our students and alums to protest and demonstrate peacefully. During this time, you may have questions about how participating in protests may affect future employment opportunities and admission to graduate or professional schools. Learn more here Links to an external site.