Build your Connections
Networking is key. By establishing connections with professionals, you will gain insight into different career pathways. Key people to connect with include alumni, professors, and colleagues - all of whom can tell you about their career experiences. Your professional network can also refer you to possible employment opportunities or write a recommendation for you.
Handshake
Handshake is SSU's newest job posting board for on-campus and off-campus jobs, internships, and volunteer opportunities. For more information on how to get started, visit our Handshake page.
LinkedIn is a professional networking site that also features a job search database. Create your free profile and start applying for jobs at linkedin.com.
Internships
Internships are a great way to gain professional experience while learning more about a specific industry. Internships can be paid or unpaid, depending on the company or organization. Many internships also offer academic credit.
Job Search Sites
Industry Based Professional Associations & Resources
Addiction Counseling
American Academy of Forensic Sciences
American Institute of Physics
American Mathematical Society
BioSpace
BSN Education
California Correctional Health Care Services
California Health and Wellness
Engineer Jobs
Girls in Tech
Health Careers
Hospital Recruiting
Medzilla
National Science Foundation
Nursing
U.S. Dept. of Health and Human Services
American Alliance of Museums
Association for Talent Development
Journalism Jobs
Military Social Work
Music Therapy
National Association for Law Placement, Inc.
National Council of Nonprofits
Peace Corps
Public Relations Society of America
Public Service Careers
Student Training and Education in Public Service
The Maddy Institute
UN Jobs
U.S. Department of Justice
Work For Good