Questions to ask during your advising appointment.

Your CLS adviser is here to help you clarify your career goals and plans, help you find jobs and internships, as well as how to present your skills and talents in resumes and interviews. Below are some questions that might be helpful to ask your adviser in an appointment:

I’m not sure what I want to do after college—where do I even start?

How can I connect my major to a career path?

What jobs are available that fit my interests and skills?

What if my goals are different from what my family expects?

How important is it to get an internship before graduation?

What if I can’t afford to take an unpaid internship—are there funding options?

Can I list part-time jobs, caregiving, or volunteer work on my resume?

How do I get experience if I don’t have any yet?

What should be on a resume or cover letter—and what shouldn’t?

Can someone review my resume before I apply for a job or internship?

How do I prepare for interviews, especially if I’ve never had one?

Do I need a LinkedIn profile? How do I set one up?

Are there resources to help cover internship costs or professional clothing?

Can I get help paying for grad school applications or career-related travel?

How do I apply for CLS internship funding?

What is networking—and how do I do it if I don’t have connections?

Can I talk to alumni or professionals who’ve had a similar background to mine?

What’s an informational interview, and how do I ask for one?

Do I need grad school for the career I want?

What’s the difference between a master’s and a doctorate?

How do I know if graduate school is the right investment for me?

What should I be doing now to prepare for life after college?

Can you help me make a plan for my career path?

Is it okay to ask for help even if I don’t know exactly what I need?

Career advising is a space to ask questions, explore your options, and get support tailored to your goals and values. Whether you’re seeking guidance on next steps or just starting to explore, the CLS is here to help.

Schedule an appointment today to get started.