Office of Student Career Preparedness
Your Career Your Way
Our Student Preparedness Navigators are knowledgeable about the local and national job markets and can help you develop a plan that starts with preparing you for career readiness, continues through job searching, and guides you all the way through the hiring process.
Whether you have chosen your field of study, are ready to advance in your current career, or are still exploring your options, the next step is a visit to the Student Career Preparedness Office. Here, you will meet with Student Preparedness Navigators who can help you with the resources and tools needed to prepare for your next phase after graduation and beyond.
To schedule an appointment, you can either call 903.468.3223, emailing [email protected] or schedule an appointment online.
Design a Career You Love
Meet One-On-One
Schedule an appointment through Navigate360 for a meeting to discuss your career goals in more detail either over the phone or in person.
Develop a Plan
Through one-on-one coaching, develop an action plan to tackle the job market with a top notch resume, cover letter, interview skills and online brand.
Micro Internships
These are short-term, paid, professional assignments that are similar to those given to new hires or interns. As an undergraduate or graduate student from all majors, you can execute professional assignments to build and demonstrate skills while exploring a variety of career paths.
Build Your Network
Connect with hundreds of employers and alumni to build your network.
Explore Careers
Discover what employers are looking for and how your skills match those positions. We offer services for all aspects of career exploration including Focus2, Forage, Candid Career+, CareerOneStop, O*Net and more.Â
Welcome from the Director
Welcome to Student Career Preparedness at East Texas A&M University!
Our department is dedicated to equipping students and alumni with the tools, knowledge and connections needed to navigate today's job market successfully. Whether you're exploring career options, preparing for the job search or seeking opportunities to connect with employers locally and nationally, we are here to support you every step of the way.
Our team of experienced career navigators provide personalized guidance to help you define and achieve your professional goals. From resumé building and interview preparation to networking and internship opportunities, we are committed to helping you launch a fulfilling and successful career.
As part of the Lion family, you have access to a wealth of resources designed to empower you on your career journey. We look forward to being a part of your success story!
Services
Career Exploration
- Get your personal career assessment with Focus2 (new users code: Lions)
- Join us at our Career Fairs and Networking Events to discover opportunities.
- Explore your career options with Candid Careers.
- Interstride is a career management tool for American or international students where you can find jobs and internships in the U.S. and globally.
Services
Career Preparation
- SkillsFirst can help you with your Resume and Cover Letter preparation and Guidance.
- Improve your skills with AI mock interviews and AI resume scan on Big Interview.
- Take a professional headshot with our Navigate360 to boost your profile.
Services
Career Engagement
- Search for jobs and internships on HireaLion.
- Consider Virtual Internships to help you gain the experience needed for your future career.
- Visit our Career Fairs and Networking Events to connect with recruiters hiring.
- Engage with Micro-Internship, a short-term, paid, professional assignment similar to those given to new hires or interns. Learn more about Micro-Internship for Students or for Employers.
Events and programs
East Texas A&M is committed to offering our employer partners comprehensive and strategic recruiting services to help connect with our top students and alumni. With a student body of approximately 12,000 and an ever-growing alumni network, East Texas A&M is the place to find collaborative, and experienced talent for your organization.
Career Development::student/alumni events
| Name of Event | Date | Location | Time | Cost |
| College of Science & Engineering Career Fair | March 6th | Rayburn Student Center Conference A, B, C | 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. | Free |
| Summer Camp Extravaganza | March, 5th | Rayburn Student Center Conference A, B, C | 1:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. | Free |
| Teacher Career Fair | March, 20th | Rayburn Student Center Conference A, B, C | 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. | Free |
| Government, Nonprofit, & Social Services Career Fair | March, 26th | Rayburn Student Center Conference A, B, C | 11:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. | Free |
| Just in Time Career Fair | April, 2nd | Rayburn Student Center Conference A, B, C | 1:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. | Free |
| Lion Fest | April, 3rd | Innovation A&B | 11:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. | Free |
| Lions in Dallas Career Fair | April, 9th | Dallas Campus | 4:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. | Free |
| Name of Event | Date | Location | Time | Cost |
| Surviving to Thriving | January, 31st | Ed South 133 | 10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. | Free |
| Global Pathways: Job Search Strategies for International Students | February, 5th | Ed South 133 | 12:00 p.m. – 1:00 p.m. | Free |
| How I found my Career | February, 25th | Ed South 123 | 12:00 p.m. – 1:00 p.m. | Free |
| LinkedIn Lift Off | February, 27th | Ed South 122 Computer Lab | 11:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. | Free |
| Recruitment Table with US navy Medical Programs | February, 27th | Starbucks at Velma k. Waters Library | 10:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. | Free |
| Mission: Career Ready with US Army | April 22nd & April 23rd | Rayburn Student Center | 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. | Free |
| Majorly Undecided? That’s Okay! | April, 24th | Virtual Event | 12:30 p.m. – 1:00 p.m. | Free |
| Gear up with GEICO | May, 1st | Sowers Education South 103 | 10:00 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. | Free |
Partner with Student Career Preparedness
Sponsor an Event
Partner with us to support East Texas A&M and promote your business! Event sponsorships and partnerships spotlight your company to reach and attract qualified employees.
Custom Packages
We will work with you to customize a package that can include recruiting strategy consulting, use of Career Center training room, and workshops for your staff, focused on hiring, recruiting, service learning projects, and externship offerings.
Our Mission
The Office of Student Career Preparedness fosters relationships with employers that result in career opportunities for students and alumni, while providing quality career preparation tools to develop the essential skills needed to compete in the job market.
Student Resources
Resume and Cover Letters
Learn how to craft tailored resumes for targeted applications that will impress employers!
Schedule an Appointment
Visit a specialist for career exploration, career coaching, and graduate school applications.
Jobs and Internships
Connect to hundreds of full-time and internship opportunities, including on-campus student employment.
Career Development and Connections
Find information and resources to help you be successful in your career development and job and internship search in a remote environment.
We are Here to Help!
Contact Us
- Student Career Preparedness
- 903.468.3223
- 903.886.5015
- Waters Library, 225
- 2600 South Neal Street
- Commerce, TX 75428