Choosing a Career Direction
Explore the possibilities
Learning about all of your options and choosing a career direction to pursue can feel daunting, especially if you have a lot of interests. The first step is to explore the career fields that interest you. By beginning with research, you will learn more about your options, and even discover great careers that you didn't even know existed.
Definitely check out what our alumni are doing and see if some of their paths intrigue you. You can also explore what to do with your major to help you get started!
Resources
PathwayU
FIRSTHAND
FIRSTHAND allows you to access valuable content to drive your career forward. These resources help break down the barriers to taking that next career step. Insider tips will prepare you for interactions with potential employers.
The Career Project
The Career Project is a free online database that includes career profiles for thousands of real careers through the eyes of the people who work them.
Chegg Internships
My Colorado Journey
My Colorado Journey has a Career Planning tab for students that includes short surveys to assess your interests and skills and information to learn about what careers really look like.
Glassdoor
Glassdoor provides an inside look at jobs and companies. Search millions of job listings and see company salaries, reviews, and inside connections.
Career Cornerstone
The Career Cornerstone Center is designed to explore career opportunities in science, technology, engineering, mathematics, computing, and healthcare. Browse interviews professionals for candid insight.
Career + Salary
Different industries have different salary expectations and norms. Learn more about the average salaries for jobs and career paths that interest you using the resources below.
Outlook and Salary Information
- The Bureau of Labor Statistics Occupational Outlook Handbook (OOH)
- O*Net Online
- Salary.com
- PayScale.com
- Glassdoor.com