Human Services, Consulting and Education

The resources and tools found within this community have been designed and curated to support individuals interested in fields related to Human Services, Consulting, and Education. This community covers three main areas: 

  1. Human Services – The human services career cluster encompasses professionals dedicated to improving the overall well-being and quality of life for individuals and communities. The three pathways within the human services cluster include Counseling and Mental Health Services, Family and Community Services, and Human Resources roles.  
  2. Consulting – The consulting career cluster involves professionals who provide expert advice and solutions to organizations, businesses, and individuals to optimize their operations and achieve their goals. Consulting ranges across different industries, but some examples include Management Consulting, Education Consulting, and Life Sciences Consulting. 
  3. Education – The education career cluster comprises professionals who are dedicated to nurturing learning, fostering development, and shaping the future through various educational settings. The three pathways with the education cluster include Administration and Administrative Support, Professional Support Services, and Teaching/Training. 

Take time to review the community – check out the articles and blog posts and explore the resources to learn more about these industries. You will also find things you can do now – like joining a related student organization, getting involved with a professional association, or exploring how to develop relevant skills and knowledge. 

 

Anxiety About Job Search: How to Manage the Stress and Survive Job Hunting

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How to Create a 3-Year Plan (Examples Included!)

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Getting Rejected from Jobs for Using AI? Here’s How to Turn It Around

The rise of artificial intelligence (AI) has brought undeniable convenience to the job application process. AI tools have become job seekers’ go-to assistants for generating tailored resumes to drafting cover letters in seconds. But are they truly helping you land …

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Beyond Borders: Education, Peace Corps Opportunities, and Global Impact – event highlights and recap

Peace Corps recruiter Dani Arnwine and Teach For America coordinator Emily Fuller co-hosted “Beyond Borders: Education, Peace Corps Opportunities, and Global Impact” on April 2 at the University of Florida Career Connections Center. The event sparked an engaging conversation about …

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Career Resources

History Internship and Job Boards:

https://jobs.aaslh.org/

https://thelifeofahistorian.com/jobs/

https://www.h-net.org/jobs/job_browse.php

https://flamuseums.org/job-board/

https://jobs.chronicle.com/jobs/history/

https://aam-us-jobs.careerwebsite.com/

Anthropology Internship and Job Boards:

https://careercenter.americananthro.org/jobs/

https://www.epicpeople.org/jobs/

https://www.appliedanthro.org/about/resources

https://medanthro.net/category/jobs/

Here are some psychology job boards:

GENERAL PSYCHOLOGY

www.psyccareers.comwww.sciencejobs.comwww.psychologistjobs.comwww.psychwatch.com/job_page.htm

FACULTY AND RESEARCH

www.chronicle.com/jobs/www.apnjobs.comwww.psychologicalscience.org/jobs/

COUNSELING AND …

Use the business directory to search local businesses in the Gainesville area. For example, if you are interested in researching …

The mission of the Community Foundation of North Central Florida is to promote community transformation through the power of philanthropy. Use …

The Nonprofit Center of Northeast Florida connects, strengthens, and advocates for a strong nonprofit community. They provide services, programs, and …

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