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 Trek Spotlight: Discovering Career Opportunities Here in Gainesville.

Have you ever wondered what it would be like to meet real employers and experience a day-in-the life at a company you’re interested in? Career Treks offer just that; a unique, hands-on opportunity to get a glimpse of what it’s …

By Jason Tillotson
Jason Tillotson Career Coach for Early Engagement
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Could You See Yourself Working in a Courthouse? Find Out During This Job Shadow Day Experience

If you’ve ever considered a career in law, government, public service, communications, information technology, finance, or administration, reading about these careers online can only take you so far.

What if you could spend a day seeing them in action?

This …

By Edwina Hurst
Edwina Hurst Manager
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Elevate Your UF Experience: How to Document a University Recognized Experience

What is a University Recognized Experience (URE)? A URE is a co-curricular or “non-credit”, career-related experience that gives you hands-on, real-world experience as a valuable part of your learning journey. These experiences go beyond the classroom, allowing you to develop …

By Alana Cordero
Alana Cordero Career Coach for Experiential Learning
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2026 Mid-Year Job Market Reality Check: What First-Year Students Need To Know

The Job Market in 2026: Why Starting Early Matters for Your Career

If you’ve just started college, it might feel like career planning can wait. But the reality is different: today’s job and internship market is competitive, steady—but not rapidly …

By Jason Tillotson
Jason Tillotson Career Coach for Early Engagement
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Technical Recruiting in 2026: What’s Changing (and How to Stand Out)

The tech recruiting landscape is evolving at a rapid pace, with AI transforming not only the roles you’re pursuing but also the way you prepare and apply. After attending a recent Computing Research Association webinar, I’ve outlined key takeaways to …

By Crystal Burton
Crystal Burton Assistant Director for Career Pathways: STEM
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Credentials and Courses

Career Resources

The UF’s Counseling & Wellness Center (CWC) invites all enrolled students to explore our wide range of group counseling opportunities—designed …

Experiential Learning encompasses diverse personal and professional activities, engaging you beyond the classroom to gain practical insights, develop knowledge and …

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 …

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.