Whether you're a senior looking for their first job postgrad or a first year just beginning to explore what you might want to do, Widener's Career Design and Development office has resources to help you embark on a career that aligns with who you are and what you care about.
Feeling stuck? Start your career exploration journey by taking assessments that can reveal your skills and values, browsing careers according to your major, or joining a career impact community.
The best way to figure out what to do next is to start with what you want out of your career. What do you value? What are you good at? Below, find assessments to pinpoint exactly how your unique values, strengths, and skills and lead you to your career.
Like what you're studying, but unsure about what careers it could lead to? Here, discover how your major can open doors to fulfilling professions—including some you may not have considered before.
Have more of an idea of what industry you're interested in? Widener's Career Impact Communities are your gateway to the industry you're interested in. Career Impact Communities can help you network with people in your industry, learn more about how to enter your industry, and get your first job.
Sometimes, it helps to visualize your next steps. Below, find resources like maps and checklists to chart your career path and embark on your next steps.
It can be hard to see the connections between all the different things you do in college—and what they might help you do next. The Inside Track Map helps you get a bird's eye view of everything you're doing in college as well as what you hope to do next.
Sometimes it helps to have a guide to what exactly you're supposed to do and when. Below, find some checklists to help you figure out what to do when for your career:
Ready to make the first move in your career? Widener's renowned co-op & career prep programs can help you gain work experience—all while working toward your degree.
Widener's Foundations & Transformations undergraduate general education curriculum offers a unique chance to explore impactful courses, build essential skills, expand your knowledge beyond your major, and explore career paths you may have not considered. Coursework can also be a gateway to completing a minor or certificate, giving you a competitive edge.
Consult your advisor for strategic course planning to enhance your career prospects. For more details, visit the catalog and select General Education from the left side-navigation.
526 E. 14th Street
Office of Career Design and Development
526 E. 14th Street
