• Why 10 Million Students Use Handshake
• Setting Up your Student Account 
• Search for, Save, and Apply to Jobs

Upskilling Resources

Get Skills By Attending Our Presentations and Fairs

See which competencies (such as critical thinking, professionalism, work ethic and more!) align with presentations and career fairs hosted by us.

• Career Readiness Competencies
  • National Association of Colleges and Employers

Career Checklists

• Career Action Plans by Classification
• Resume Checklist
• Handshake Checklist

   Passport Professional Development Program

•  Passport is an opportunity to gain valuable skills that will help you grow into a professional by attending professional development seminars and events.
• It is a required component of certain classes and extra credit in core courses in the College of Business.

Questions?

Email passport@lamar.edu

Parker Dewey

The Lamar University Center for Career & Professional Development is excited to highlight an opportunity for you to take part in flexible, professional, paid work experiences through Micro-Internships. If you are looking for opportunities to demonstrate your skills, explore career paths, and expand your network, these project-centered, short-term experiences are perfect for you: most can be completed remotely, typically involve 10 to 40 hours of work, and are deadline-driven. Set up your profile through Parker Dewey and start applying today!Get paid, professional experience with Micro-Internships.

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Career Development Resources

HireACardinal Career Closet

The Cardinal Career Closet is designed to help students embody success as they launch their careers without having to worry about how to afford it. Located in Galloway 102 and managed by the Center for Career and Professional Development, the Cardinal Career Closet offers new and gently loved business casual and business professional wardrobe options to students as they prepare for professional events, such as interviews, internships, career fairs, and more.

The Career Closet is open to all Lamar University students.To visit the Career Closet and browse our current inventory, schedule a Career Closet Consultation appointment through Handshake. During an appointment, students can expect to have support from trained staff while searching for and trying on items in a safe, clean, and private space. We strive to include clothing for students of all shapes, sizes, and orientations, however we cannot guarantee the availability of styles to meet your preferences.

HireACardinal Studio

HireACardinal Studios offers current students the chance to get a free professional headshot. The studio is located in the Center for Career and Professional Development, Galloway 102. Students can schedule their headshot through Handshake.

Career Readiness Microcredential Program

  Job Boards

• Glassdoor
  Search jobs, company salaries, reviews, interview questions, and more - all posted anonymously by employees and job seekers.
• Indeed
• LinkedIn Jobs
• Buzzfile
  A business information database and list builder.
  Search Employers by Major | Search Employers by State
• Idealist
  Search for non-profit jobs, internships, and volunteer opportunities.

  Resume and Cover Letter Assistance

Need some help with creating your resume or writing your cover letter?  If you would like to schedule an appointment with your Career Consultant to assist you in critiquing your resume and/or cover letter, contact us!

• Cover Letter Example

  Exploring Graduate School

If you're unsure if Graduate School is right for you, we're here to help with career advising and exploration. Contact us to schedule an appointment.

Graduate School Admissions Resources

• Visit the Lamar University College of Graduate Studies for additional information about graduate degree offerings at Lamar University
• Essay Writing