In this one credit course, you will develop a portfolio illustrating your best work, prepare different types of resumes, and videotape a mock job interview. We encourage all biology majors to participate in this course during their senior year to facilitate their employment search. The Career Services Center in the Pilcher Building, Room 227, offers you a wide variety of services to help you in your academic preparation, career decisions and earch. Service learning, co-ops, directed studies, and internships are four common programs that give students practical work experience while they are still in college. Besides gaining invaluable work-related opportunities, these programs provide many other perks such as community service, networking opportunities, and some even pay.
Some career choices require special certification.
Positions of this nature usually require you to take certain courses, complete an internship, have an undergraduate degree, and pass a specific certification examination. Currently, our department offers a course of study that qualifies you to take the test for certification as a Cytogenetic Technologist. You can also become certified as a secondary science teacher. Some private companies and professional societies also offer special certifications. Check with the specific company or agency you are interested in for further information.