As colleges form their academic year plans — some of which involve remote learning, hybrid or in-person models and all of which are subject to change — it’s important for aspiring careerists to prepare to adapt to the new normal. By following these steps, college students can build the career foundation and skills they need to launch their careers during a semester or year impacted by Covid-19. Check out these tips written by Jill Tipograph from Forbes!
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Make a virtual impression on faculty
College students today will not have the luxury of in-person classes, campus clubs or work-study jobs to help them build the network, skills and experience that will facilitate their career launch. To compensate for these losses, college students must be proactive about forming relationships, building skills and gaining experience in order to be well-positioned for a job or internship search.
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Stuck at home? Join a Club
Seek out a directory of campus clubs and identify those that interest you. Email those clubs’ presidents and see if you can get involved remotely. Taking this initiative is a great way to start building relationships with those involved and to position yourself for future leadership opportunities.
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Pursue your passions
Find a way to engage your existing interests in ways that will help you build new skills. You can then leverage the skills and experience you build when seeking micro-internships or future work opportunities.