Selecting a Major/Degree & Exploring Career Paths

Once you have gone through the crucial “Know Yourself” step in the Career Roadmap process, you can begin to move forward in the decision making process. Connect what you learned about yourself, values and interests to options that are right for you.

What Can I Do with This Major or Degree?

Learn how to apply your major to specific career areas, what types of employers are hiring for different majors, and strategies for breaking into particular fields. Select the major you have interest in below for more information:

Networking

Networking with an industry expert is one of the best strategies to discover what you want to do or how to plan your career path. The Career Center can help you learn what networking is, how to network and market yourself, and how to conduct informational interviews. The Career Center can also connect you with DePaul University alumni whom you can speak to and gain advice from regarding your career related questions.

1. Attend the Networking Skills workshop.
2. Attend a Career Networking Event that focuses on your major or area of interest.
3. Connect with an alumni mentor through Alumni Sharing Knowledge (ASK). Gain access to the database of ASK volunteers through DePaul.Experience (click on the option Mentors).
4. Consider securing an internship or part-time position to gain skills and experience in a field you are interested in. Browse available on campus jobs and gain access to off campus jobs through DePaul.Experience
5. Meet with a Career Advisor to discuss your career path and learn how to connect with alumni and professional contacts.

Conducting Additional Career Research

Learn more about different types of careers and how different majors correspond to particular career paths. A number of resources exist online and in the DePaul University Library:

• Career Resources and Information — Research salary information, the Occupational Outlook Handbook, a list of local job clubs and career information for diverse groups.
• DePaul University Library — Numerous books, publications and online resources are available to assist you with your career research.