Major and Career Exploration
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Not Sure Where to Start?
Choosing a career path and major to get you there can be daunting. You might come to college knowing exactly what you want to study. Or maybe you know what interests you or what career field you like to be in, but aren't sure what the path from degree to a job looks like. Maybe you have no idea what you want to do or want to switch to a different major. No matter where you are, Career Services is here to help you.
Meet with a career professional.
Take Your Self-Assessment
Take your self-assessment, TypeFocus, to help assess your personality, figure out your interests and goals, and narrow down some career options that may appeal to you. With this assessment, you can learn about careers that fit your personality and interests, compare different career fields or jobs, and learn more about what your own goals are. To log in to TypeFocus, email cindy.garman@wright.edu to request your access code.
Next Steps
- Search for student jobs or internships in our job and career site, powered by Handshake.
- Learn more about campus jobs at Wright State.
- Attend one of our Career Talks.
- Learn how to write your resume.
- Review job search and graduate school resources.
Major and Career Exploration Resources
Success Stories
Wright State student Bri Chan combines her passion for dance and biomedical engineering into a unique college experience. |
Two-time Wright State graduate Mindy Hoffbauer partnered with her son to open ContempoRoast coffee shop in Centerville. |