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MISSION OVERVIEW
Career Services (CS)
helps prepare students (beginning with freshmen) and alumni with proficient
job search skills that enable them to effectively represent themselves
to prospective employers.
The Career Services Office is in it’s new
location on the 4th floor of Wilder Tower, Room 400. You may reach
us by phone at (901) 678-2239. The office is open from 8:00 AM –
4:30 PM Monday through Friday. During the fall and spring semesters,
we hold extended hours on Monday and Tuesday evenings until 5:00 PM.
As a centralized career center serving all majors from entering freshmen
through alumni, we provide the following programs and services:
Take Advantage of Free Access to eRecruiting:
The Experience eRecruiting Network is used by over 400 colleges and
universities nationwide to post student resumes, schedule on-campus
interviews, and provide on-line job listings for students.
Some of the great features of eRecruiting are listed
below:
- On-Campus Interviews: During the fall and spring semesters, recruiters
representing business, industry, government, and education conduct
campus interviews for graduating seniors. Seniors may sign up for
campus interviews through eRecruiting.
- Web Resume Book: You may upload your resume and display it in
The University of Memphis Web Resume Book for employers to view.
When employers contact us about student resumes, we refer them to
this on-line database. Between 3,000 and 7,000 resume referrals
are done each year through the Web Resume Book.
- Save Multiple Versions of Your Resume: You may save an unlimited
number of different resumes through the eRecruiting system which
can then be used for on-campus recruiting, the web resume book,
referrals and replying to job listings.
- View Job Listings: You may view internships, part-time and full-time
job listings for off-campus jobs through the eRecruiting network.
Freshmen and Sophomores are encouraged to view internships and part-time
jobs.
Internships and Part-time Jobs
- Internships: Internships and co-ops provide valuable work experience
that makes you marketable to employers. Visit the Career Services Internship Coordinator for assistance with your internship
search.
- Part-time Jobs: Our office works with students who are seeking
part-time employment off campus. Stop by the office to see the latest
part-time job listings or view on-line job listings on our website.
If you are interested in working for the University as a student
worker, contact Student Employment at 678-3708 or stop by 103 Wilder
Tower.
Advising Services
Have a career question? Make an appointment to visit with a professional
staff member by calling for an appointment at least two days in advance.
- Individual Advising: Need to talk with someone about your career
or need help with your job search? Make an appointment for advising.
- Resume Critiques: Have your resume critiqued by an experienced
professional to ensure that you make just the right first impression.
Don't forget to bring a draft of your resume to your appointment.
- Mock Interviews: Practice your interview skills before the big
day. Our staff will conduct a confidential "mock" interview.
You will be asked common interview questions with the video camera
running. Feedback will be provided. Please schedule mock interviews
at least one week in advance.
Choosing a Major/Career Assessment
If you are interested in choosing a major or taking career assessments,
contact Career Counseling at 678-2068 or stop by 211 Wilder Tower.
When you have a clear idea of the career you want to pursue, be sure
to stop by our office (400 Wilder Tower) for help in attaining your
goals.
Career Library
Check out our printed resources for quick questions. We have company
literature, recent salary data, and free career-related publications
for all students. We also have many career-related books. Our staff
can help you find the publications that will be most helpful to you.
Career Fairs (learn
more>>)
Throughout the year, Career Services plans career
fairs with you in mind. Be sure to check
the CS website for dates and times. Events include the Career
and Internship Expo, the Graduate School Information Fair, the Education
Career Fair, and the Memphis Non-profit Career Fair.
Services for Alumni (learn
more>>)
As a graduate of the University of Memphis, you are eligible to participate
in all of our services for up to one year after graduation. After
one year, you are no longer eligible for on-campus interviews, but
you may still take advantage of all our other great services.
CAREER SERVICES STAFF (learn
more>>)
The staff of CS at the University of Memphis congratulates
you for reaching this exciting time in your degree completion and
upcoming job search.
We encourage you to utilize the services of this office to the fullest
extent. Plan to come by, meet the staff, and learn about the resources
available to you through this service.
For more information, please visit the Staff
Information Page
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