Be in Charge of Your Future
Building a career takes time, planning, and action—but you don’t have to figure it out on your own. As a Newman student, you have access to tools, resources, and people ready to help turn your goals into reality.
Don’t wait until graduation to start. Just like a final exam, your career development isn’t something to cram for at the last minute. The earlier you begin exploring your options, the more confident and prepared you’ll be when opportunities arise.
Start as early as your first year. Use the guide below to build career-related skills and experiences throughout your time at Newman University.
Career Planning Process
Assess
Start by identifying your strengths, interests, and values—and how those connect to possible careers.
Interests: What energizes and excites you
Values: What matters most in your work and life
Personality Type: How you relate to others and approach tasks
Aptitudes: What you do well naturally or through training
Begin exploring career paths that align with who you are, knowing that this is just the first step in narrowing your focus.
Explore
Learn more about careers, majors, and industries that interest you. Try things out, ask questions, and stay curious.
Read job descriptions and research roles
Conduct informational interviews with professionals
Get involved on campus and in your community
Declare your major when you’re ready
Experience
Build real-world skills through internships, co-ops, job shadowing, volunteering, and other applied learning opportunities. These experiences help you grow professionally and stand out to employers.
Pursue internships, part-time jobs, or leadership roles
Connect with employers through Career Services events
Reflect on what you’ve learned about your strengths and interests
Take Action
Translate your experiences into a clear plan for what’s next.
Develop a strategy for your job or grad school search
Refine your resume, LinkedIn profile, and interview skills
Meet with Career Services to prepare for life after Newman
Need help with your career plan?
Book an appointment through Accudemia for one-on-one guidance and support.
Contact Career Services
DLCC 102
Call 316-942-4291, ext. 2824 for questions