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. 

 

Gator Career Chat: Careers in Psychology (Event Recap and Recording)

On Wednesday, October 30, 2024, the Career Connections Center hosted a virtual panel event on careers in psychology. The panelists provided insight about the day-to-day of their roles, and how they’ve leveraged their educational background and technical skills needed to …

By Sarah Blackmon
Sarah Blackmon Career Pathways Coach -- Human Services, Consulting, and Education
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How to Write a Resume: Video Walkthrough

Hi, Gators! Are you stuck staring at a blank Word doc, wondering how to start writing your resume? Are you tired of looking through all the different templates out there? Well, look no further! In this short video I walk …

By Jason Tillotson
Jason Tillotson Career Coach for Early Engagement
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Discover Your Path at UF’s Fall 2024 Majors & Minors Fair

Are you ready to explore the vast amount of academic opportunities at UF? Join us on Thursday, October 16th from 10 am – 2 pm in the Reitz Union Grand Ballroom for the Fall 2024 Majors & Minors Fair! This …

By Jason Tillotson
Jason Tillotson Career Coach for Early Engagement
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Recommendation Letter for Internship: Examples and What Makes a Good One

Early in your career, resumes often don’t say much (we’ve all been there). But with a strong recommendation letter, you’ll have the evidence you need to showcase your skills and make your application shine. Yes, you could be one recommendation …

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Explore careers in plant science, diplomacy, pharmacy, education and more with our fall Gator Career Chats series

You’re invited to attend the fall 2024 Gator Career Chat series. Gator Career Chats help you explore careers across various Career Pathways and are led by UF alumni and friends of the Gator Nation who will share their career journeys, highlights …

By David Adams
David Adams Senior Assistant Director for Career Pathways – Business, Public Service, and Tourism
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Consulting Foundations: Client Management and Relationships

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Consulting Foundations

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Career Resources

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

FACULTY AND RESEARCH

www.chronicle.com/jobs/
www.apnjobs.com
www.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 …

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.