Career Development Center
Ronan Hall 240
989-774-3068
The primary goals of the Career Development Center are to assist individuals in recognizing career development as a lifelong process and to develop decision-making and job search skills that are useful throughout life. Career development is an important element of an individual’s sense of identity and personal happiness. Successful career development is dependent on two factors: self-knowledge and knowledge of the world of work. The likelihood of career success is increased dramatically when individuals invest incremental effort over a significant period of time. We believe you should continue the process of career exploration and selection during your first semester and throughout your CMU experience. By utilizing the Career Development Center, you will enhance your ability to make an informed career decision. All of us at CMU are committed to providing you with quality experiences and helping you prepare for your career.
Support Services
Career Coaching. A professional staff member in the Career Development Center is available to advise students in all fields of study. You can schedule an appointment by visiting our website at (https://www.cmich.edu/offices-departments/career-development-center/students) to discuss career exploration, resumes, cover letters, networking, interviewing, the job search, graduate school and more! You are encouraged to communicate with a career coach throughout your CMU career beginning with your first semester. Frequent contacts will enhance the quality of your career development and increase your knowledge of resources and job market trends. Visit www.careers.cmich.edu for information on planning for career success.
Resume Critiques. The Career Development Center offers individual assistance in the development of this most critical tool.
Mock Interview Program. These are designed to provide an opportunity to practice your interviewing skills prior to actual scheduled interviews with employers. This practice interview is a session with an intern who is trained to provide feedback about verbal and nonverbal techniques.
Career Assessments. Try the free FOCUS2 assessment tool to help clarify your interests, values, skills, personality, education preferences and leisure time interests. Use this information as a basis for further discussions about your choice of major and future with a career coach, friends, and family members. Additionally, this tool can be used to research job titles that fit your personal profile. Also available through the Career Development Center, for a fee that can be charged to your student account, are the Myer’s-Briggs Type Indicator (MBTI) and the Strong Interest Inventory (SII). You must make an appointment with a career coach to receive and discuss your results. Visit https://www.cmich.edu/offices-departments/career-development-center/students/career-assessments to take an assessment, or learn more!
Career Events. There are numerous Career events held throughout the academic year. These events are focused on the following career-related activities:
- Career/Job Fairs
- Employer Spotlights
- Etiquette Dinners
- And many more!