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Career Readiness for Students

Whatever phase you’re in on your professional and career development journey, we are here to help every step of the way toward reaching your goals. Explore a wealth of resources to assist you based on where you are and what you aspire to achieve and accomplish.

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Discover

Learning about matching skills, occupations, and education.

ResourcesMilitary and Veteran ResourcesStudents with Disabilities

16Personalities® Assessment Test
Bureau of Labor Statistics Occupational Search
Lightcast® Skills Extractor
Focus 2 Career® Readiness & Goal Planning
CareerOneStop mySkills myFuture

50 Strong: Navigating Civilian Employment
Military.com Discovery and Assessment
Military.com Skills Translator
CareerOneStop Military to Civilian Jobs Match

AAAS Entry Point!
NOD Leading Disability Employers
NOD Professional Services
NOD Webinar Registration
Disability:IN Neurodiversity @ Work Roundtable
Workforce Recruitment Program (WRP)
Job Accommodation Network (JAN)
USA.gov Disability Jobs & Training


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Explore

Research, gain insight and gather information.

ResourcesMilitary and Veteran ResourcesStudents with Disabilities

Vault Career Exploration and Planning Hub
O*Net – Build Your Future
One Stop – Career Exploration, Training & Jobs

USA Jobs
Go Government
My Next Move
U.S. Department of Labor Resources
Hiring Network
U.S. Department of VA
Feds Hire Vets

National Disability Rights Network – Employment Issues
University of Washington DO-IT Center
Disability:IN NextGen Leaders Program
College Autism Network – Neurodiverse Candidate Job Boards
Lime Connect – Rebranding Disability Through Achievement


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Plan

Taking action: preparing, networking, and applying.

ResourcesMilitary and Veteran ResourcesStudents with Disabilities

Excelsior Connects: Career Communities, Mentoring and Networking
Cover Letters
LinkedIn Set Up
Big Interview® Interactive AI Practice Site for Students
Big Interview® Interactive AI Practice Site for Alumni
OWL Writing Lab Career Resources
Resumes
Lightcast® Resume Optimizer

American Corporate Partners
Transition Assistance Programs
DOD Skillsbridge

A Place for Us
Disability Scoop Jobs
Galt Staffing: Networking Tips for Individuals with Disabilities
Integrate Autism Employment Advisors
Lime Connect
Neurodiversity Resources Conference Handout
WRP (Workforce Recruitment Program)


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Achieve & Accomplish

Job Search, Mock Interviews, Salary Negotiation and Accepting an Offer

ResourcesMilitary and Veteran ResourcesStudents with Disabilities

15,000+ Abroad Opportunities
After College – Jobs & Internships
Career Fairs (Open & Free)
Chegg Internships Board
College Recruiter – Jobs & Internships
Glassdoor – For Students
Professional Skills Training Courses
Public Service & Volunteer Opportunities
USA Jobs – Students & Grads
Vault – Job Board
Virtual Micro-Internships with Parker Dewey®
Virtual Student Federal Internships
WayUp – Jobs & Internships
Industry Projects, Experiences and Connections with Forage®
Study Abroad

Readiness & Resources
Mission Hire Me
National Resource Directory
Veterans Ascend Employment Resource
Veteran Opportunities

Docs With Disabilities Webinars
Employment for People with Disabilities
Employment Resources for People with Disabilities

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Career Spotlight: Hospital Administrator

Learn more about what hospital administrators do, their salary potential and job outlook, and the skills needed to succeed in health care management.

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What Is the Certified Information Systems Security Professional Certification?

Here’s what you need to know about the CISSP, a top cybersecurity certification that validates expertise in security practices, risk management, and more.

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Why Your Career in Computer Technology Starts with an Associate Degree

Looking to start your career in computer technology? Excelsior has online degree programs to help you find your path to the job you've always wanted.

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