Scan their job books and browse through their library. Career Services can also set you up with alumni in certain fields so that you can learn more about occupations you are interested in. Start talking to everyone you know who works. Undergraduate major clubs may also have speakers. After a few months of investigation, when you've formed impressions, you'll be able to ask specific questions of a Career Services advisor.
Some occupations require exams.
The registration deadline for the Foreign Service Exam is usually in October, although the test date is in November. Booklets are available in Career Services, and the International Relations Program is also a very good resource for FSO information. Honors and Awards Watch for information in the Spring on Bowl, Spoon, Weiss, PSA and other senior honor awards. Some of these are voted on by the entire class, and some are decided by faculty committees - you can get more information in the Office of Student Life . Departments also offer academic prizes, honors, and awards to their graduating seniors.