Career Support for Students Enrolled in Online Programs
The Career Center is a student fee-based service. Services are only available to students enrolled in residential degree programs at the University of Illinois Urbana Champaign.
Please reach out to your online program administration, faculty, or academic advisors to determine if your academic program provides specific career support.
You can also try these career support resources that are external to the university:
Career Coaches & Counselors
Career coaches help individuals identify their strengths, interests, and goals to develop a personalized plan for career growth and success.
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The muse is a career development platform that focuses on helping individuals find jobs that align with their values and career goals. Find a coach on the muse.
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The National Career Development Association is a professional association for career coaches and counselors. You can utilize their finder tool to connect with support.
Professional Associations
Professional associations are organizations that bring together individuals who might share a common profession or industry. These associations often provide professional development and networking opportunities. Sometimes they provide career services to help members advance in their careers.
You can explore professional associations in your industry at CareerOneStop.
Local Workforce Development Boards and Career Centers
Most states and counties have workforce development offices that offer free career counseling, resume workshops and job search assistance. They can often be found through your state’s Department of Labor or local government website. Here is an example from Champaign County's Regional Planning Commission.
Public Libraries
Many public libraries host career workshops and job fairs and often provide access to career databases and job search tools. They can also help you connect to local resources in your community. Here is an example from the Champaign Public Library.
Your Local Community College
Even if you are not enrolled, many community colleges allow the local public to attend events or access certain career services for a nominal fee. Here is an example from Parkland College in Champaign.
Online Resources
The National Career Development Association maintains a list of reputable online resources for self-assessment, occupational information, employment trends, job search resources and more.