Exploring Students

Welcome to the community designed specifically for students who are on a journey to discover their academic and career paths. The goal of this community is to provide you with resources to help you have a clearer understanding of yourself, the educational paths available to you, and the career options that best suit your goals. The aim is to empower you with the confidence and knowledge to make well-informed decisions about your major and future career.

Career Journey Kick-Off: Navigating UF’s Experiential Learning Landscape

Ready to make the most of your time at UF and start building a career you love? In a recent virtual workshop, Career Journey Kick-Off: Navigating UF’s Experience Landscape, Career Coach Edwina from the Career Connections Center helped students do …

By Edwina Hurst
Edwina Hurst Manager
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3 Ways to Take Your Internship From Good to Great  

You started your internship and things are going swimmingly, but are you taking full advantage of this unique opportunity?   

Internships offer you direct access to an extensive network with a wide array of industry experience and wisdom. It also provides …

By Gabby Diaz-Portalatin
Gabby Diaz-Portalatin Assistant Director for Integrated Career Solutions
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The Hidden Job Benefit: Relocation Assistance Explained

Got a job offer in a new city? Before you start packing, find out if your future employer offers relocation assistance. Moving can be expensive—especially for college students or recent grads—and many companies may offer financial support to help with …

By Zita Gonzalez
Zita Gonzalez Career Pathways Coach for Arts, Communications, Media, and Marketing
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30 Jobs That Don’t Require Talking to People (Just a Little Here and There)

Not everyone wants to spend their day chatting with coworkers, leading meetings, or answering customer questions. And that’s completely fine. Some people just work better when they’re left alone—focused, uninterrupted, and free from small talk or constant collaboration.

If that …

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30 Jobs with Flexible Hours Across Different Fields

The COVID-19 pandemic accelerated a shift toward flexible work hours and locations. Today, many companies continue to offer flexible jobs, giving employees more control over when and where they work.

In this article, we’ll share great examples of jobs with …

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Credentials and Courses

Work Stories: Experiences that Influence Careers

Taught by LinkedIn Learning Instructors
Things happen at work-sometimes things you never could have anticipated. Unexpected experiences often teach us important lessons about work and…

Graphic Design Careers: First Steps

Taught by Cara St. Hilaire
New to graphic design? You’re in the right place. Discover the most crucial skills, tools, and techniques for graphic designers…

Building Career Agility and Resilience in the Age of AI

Taught by Chris Shipley
Artificial intelligence is rapidly changing the world, and there’s a growing apprehension about its effects in our personal and professional…

Introduction to Data Science

Taught by Madecraft
The world of data science is reshaping every business, regardless of industry, location, or role. And there’s never been a…

Career Exploration

Finding your career path doesn’t have to be a headache! Learn the difference between constructive and overwhelming questions to ask…

How to Change Careers by Building a Powerful LinkedIn Profile

Taught by Nickquolette Barrett
Join Nickquolette Barrett as she demystifies the process of using LinkedIn for career growth. In this course, you’ll learn how…

Informational Interviews

Careers aren’t built alone! Informational interviews are a key tool in your professional toolbelt: learn how to leverage the peers…

Goal Setting

Setting relevant and precise goals is a recipe for career success—but where do you start? Learn how to choose which…

Networking & Outreach

Utilize practical exercises and advice from successful professionals to grow your network, build your professional community, represent your organization, and…

Effective Career Change Strategies for Young Professionals

Taught by Chloe Garland
Navigating a career change can be challenging for young professionals. This course addresses why young professionals need a different approach,…

Rock Your LinkedIn Profile

Taught by Lauren Jolda
Explore how to create a LinkedIn profile that brings your personal career story to life, whether you’re just starting out,…

Career Resources

The purpose of this activity is to help you reflect on the moments when you felt most engaged, fulfilled, or …

Use this worksheet to stop overthinking and start making thoughtful, confident choices—whether you’re choosing a major, an internship, or what …

A step-by-step guide that helps you design your own Odyssey Plan by exploring multiple life paths through reflection, creativity, and …

Contact & Location

Phone
352-392-1601
Address

J. Wayne Reitz Union
Suite 1300
PO Box 118507
Gainesville, FL 32611-8507

Career Service Hours

Monday 8:00 am- 5:00 pm
Tuesday 8:00 am- 5:00 pm
Wednesday 8:00 am- 5:00 pm
Thursday 8:00 am- 5:00 pm
Friday 8:00 am- 5:00 pm

We are located on Level 1 of the Reitz Union.