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Step 3: Gain Experience

Experiences inside of the classroom, throughout campus, in the community, and beyond expose you to the practical application of your interests and skills in relation to industries and job functions. As you bring both self-awareness and occupational understanding to the table, you will be equipped to sharpen your career readiness skills and hone your academic skill sets in alignment with potential career path options.

In this step you will engage in resume and cover letter writing, and interviewing for jobs, internships, research opportunities, and community engagement. Visit the Career Education Library for resources on these topics. Participation in our certificate programs, micro-internships and projects through Forage are great opportunities to develop relevant career readiness skills and build your professional portfolio.

2025 Grads - Tell us where you’re headed!

Graduating Tar Heels (undergrad and grad) – Please complete the First Destination Survey and tell us where you’re going after your time at Carolina. Your responses help us evolve our programming so that we can ensure all students get the career readiness support they need to thrive.

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