Career Services

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About Career Services

Welcome to Career Services at Ashford University! As an Ashford student or alumnus, you can use resources and tools from Career Services to search for jobs, plan your career, and achieve your greatest career potential.

With Career Services, you can find assistance with:

Please view frequently asked questions (FAQ) for valuable answers and resources you can use when exploring careers and searching for jobs.

View a roadmap on the career planning process.

Watch a short video on getting started.

Contact careerservices@ashford.edu to request career advice and guidance. Please be sure to:

  • Attach a rough draft of your resume
  • Tell us in detail how we can help you plan your career
  • Indicate whether you are a student on campus or online

Job Search Resources and Tools

Resumes

Visit our resume page for information on building a resume and having your resume reviewed.

Career Services on YouTube

Hear from our knowledgeable team of Career Services Specialists, and watch career-related video topics such as how to become a teacher, military career transition, and building your LinkedIn profile. We will continue to cover more of the topics that matter to you in the future, so please keep coming back!

Career Spot Videos

These 3-minute videos cover a wide variety of topics related to career planning and help you conduct your job search and plan your career. Watch the videos below:

Searching for Jobs

Looking for a job takes time. Finding a good job usually means you have to network, because it's all about whom you know and who knows you. Before beginning your job search, here are some guidelines to consider:

  • Understand your strengths and what you can offer an employer. To prepare to interview in a manner that emphasizes your strengths and talents, complete this Strengths-Based Interview Activity.
  • Be efficient and stay focused.
  • Target specific organizations and companies that already employ people you know or can get to know.
  • Search for jobs by visiting the Job Search and Resume Builder tool link in your Student Portal.
  • Watch the Career Spot Video How Do You Get THAT Job?

Conducting Company Research

  • Visit Mergent, which is located under Libraries in your Student Portal.
  • Check organizations' career sites regularly in order to apply for the latest job postings that match your experience and goals.
  • Maintain a schedule and keep a log of your activities with records of job boards, resources, and people who can help you.
  • Watch the Career Spot Video Researching Companies.
Other useful job resources websites:

Professional Associations

Professional associations are a great way to network, gain professional development, and research different industries. WEDDLE's Association Directory is a great place to locate professional associations in your area of interest.

Disclaimer:
Career Services abides by the principles of professional conduct set forth by the National Association of Colleges and Employers (NACE) www.naceweb.org.
The University's courses, programs, and services are designed to prepare students and graduates for further study or to pursue employment in their field of study or related field; however, the University does not guarantee that students or graduates will be placed in any particular position or employment. Any statistics referenced on its website and attributed to a source other than the University have not been independently verified by the University.

Employers

Hire a Champ introduces employers around the United States to Ashford University’s diverse talent pool of experienced graduates. Visit the Hire a Champ website at the link below to register your company, post jobs, and recruit Ashford students.

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