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Frequently Asked Questions

What services are available to my student?

Our professional staff is here to help your student every step of the way, no matter where they are in their career journey.  We assist:

    Undeclared students wanting career guidance

    Students seeking experiential learning opportunities

    Graduating students needing practical job search skills and tools

    Alumni looking to expand their career options

Services are provided through individual and group advising, on-campus recruiting, career development courses, a career resource library, and annual Career Fair events.

Career Services Overview


 

When should my student begin to use Career Services?

Career Services are available to students throughout their time at Iowa State. We encourage first year students to familiarize themselves with the staff and resources available in order to prepare for internship and job search seeking in subsequent years. While students are encouraged to use Career Services at any point during their college career, they will benefit most by progressive involvement from their first year through their senior year.

Career Services 4 Year Plan


 

What should my student do if they are undecided about college major or career choice?

Career Services offers a variety of assessments and inventories that can help students identify important information about themselves. Follow up advising is provided for any interested students.

 

Career Leader College


 

How can I help my student with their career issues?

Family members can play an important role in their student's career needs. You can start by referring them to Career Services. You can also help by supporting their career decisions and assisting them in identifying networking contacts.

 


 

How can family members help Career Services?

The following are a few ways in which you can help Career Services:

    Encourage your employer to recruit at Iowa State University
    Forward employment notices and information
    Refer your student to use Career Services
    Sponsor an internship at your place of business

 

How can family members reach Career Services staff with questions?

 

Feel free to contact our staff at any time with questions or comments.

Business Career Services Center
1320 Gerdin Business Building
Ames, IA 50011-1350
 
Phone: (515) 294-2542
Fax: (515) 294-1776
Email: buscs@iastate.edu


Contact Information
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Business Career Services

Raisbeck Career Services Ctr.

1320 Gerdin Business Building

Iowa State University

Ames, IA 50011-1350
Voice: (515) 294 - 2542
Fax: (515) 294 - 1776
Email: buscs@iastate.edu

 

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