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By: Elizabeth Walker, career advisor<\/em><\/h3>\n

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The Office of Career and Professional Development<\/a> is looking forward to welcoming your student back to campus. As another school year approaches, we strive to help upperclassmen make the most of their remaining time on campus. That\u2019s why we highly recommend that students work with our office in Cottrell Hall.<\/p>\n

However, some students at HPU may believe some\u00a0misconceptions about our office. This year we endeavor to bust the top 3 myths we hear from upperclassmen. We\u2019ll also provide ideas for how you can help us help your student.<\/p>\n

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1. It’s too late for me to start working with\u00a0the Office of Career and Professional Development.<\/strong><\/h3>\n

We work with students at any stage in their careers. Whether an internship prompts them to reconsider their options or they have a definite goal, we are here to help. We believe that the career development process is continuous. Each experience a student gains will assist them in constructing their goals. It is not uncommon for a service learning<\/a>, part-time job<\/a> or research<\/a> experience to cause a student to reflect upon their aspirations. Career advisors are here to work with students in formulating customized next steps based on their interests, personality and goals.<\/p>\n

Encourage your student to schedule an appointment with us<\/a> at the beginning of the year to discuss their goals. A career advisor can help them understand the impact of their summer experiences on their career objectives\u00a0and assist them in formulating next steps.<\/p>\n

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2. The Office of Career and Professional Development will get me an internship or job; it will be easy!<\/strong><\/h3>\n

Many students come to our office in search of an internship or full-time job while being unaware of the dedication and commitment it entails. We encourage students to understand every aspect of applying to a job from resume and cover letter development<\/a> to networking to interviewing<\/a>. While we maintain our job board<\/a> and inform students about opportunities through our LinkedIn page<\/a>, opportunities for employment are not limited to these resources. With the wealth of resources available, our office helps students employ the right strategies for their internship or job search.<\/p>\n

Parents should be readily available to lend their personal and professional network to their students. Many students find internships and full-time jobs by way of networking. Our office welcomes you as a parent to share opportunities and networks that you feel may be beneficial to our students.<\/p>\n

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3. I will get all the skills I need in one internship.<\/strong><\/h3>\n

Often students believe that if they obtain at least one internship, they will be an enticing candidate to employers or graduate schools. While internship experience is valuable<\/a>, it\u2019s not the only thing employers and graduate schools look for in applicants. Working on campus, being involved in campus activities, and conducting research with faculty are all excellent areas in which your student can gain important\u00a0skills. Additionally, obtaining more than one internship is another way your student can strengthen their skill-set.<\/p>\n

Suggest that your student consider taking on a leadership role on campus, obtaining another internship, or conducting research with a faculty. While interning is wonderful experience, they are other ways students can round out their backgrounds. Getting more involved on campus, working a part-time job, or taking on a service project are all ways students can gain valuable skills.<\/p>\n

Once your student gains additional experience, advise them to work with our office. We can help them learn how to showcase their skills on a resume, cover letter, LinkedIn profile, and in interviews.<\/p>\n

No matter where your student is in the career development process, the Office of Career and Professional Development is here to help. Don\u2019t let these common myths stand in your student\u2019s way. Encourage your student to work with us to achieve their career goals.<\/p>\n

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To contact our office, please feel free to email us at careerservices@highpoint.edu<\/a>.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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