Visit the PDE 400 information site to learn more about this graduation requirement.

Visit the From Here to Career page to learn more about how career readiness is embedded in the Wesleyan undergraduate curriculum. 

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Career preparation should not start in your senior year. Lay the groundwork now to ensure that you are successful later. Engage in student life through Wesleyan's variety of clubs and activities, and acquaint yourself with resources on campus.

• Enroll in PDE 100
• Activate your Handshake account & explore its resources
• Explore majors, minors, and different career paths
• Familiarize yourself with CCD resources & attend at least one CCD event
• Get involved with at least one organization on campus or in the community

Your sophomore year should be about taking initiative and getting ahead of the game. Explore and declare a major, participate in campus events, and build transferable skills by taking on a leadership role in a club or organization. Begin researching what is needed for your desired career path, and make sure you are on track to be successful.

• Set up a meeting with the CCD to review your resume and begin your LinkedIn profile
• Meet with your advisor for your major to discuss curriculum requirements
• Participate in at least one CCD event each semester
• Explore options for part-time jobs, internships, and professional development experiences
• Enroll in PDE 350

Your junior year is a crucial time in planning for employment or graduate school after graduation. By the end of the year you will likely have completed a professional development experience, and further clarified your desired path after graduation. Keep up with your co-curriculars and document them on your resume/LinkedIn, and your senior year will be smooth sailing!

• Enroll in PDE 350 if you haven't already
• Set up a meeting with the CCD to complete a strategic career plan and mock interview
• Complete an internship or other professional development experience and enroll in PDE 400
• Build your network through alumnae and CCD events
• Participate in at least one CCD event each semester
• Learn more about graduate programs in your field and prepare for any testing

Your final year at Wesleyan should be focused on solidifying your plans and understanding your professional and financial responsibilities post-graduation. Be sure to check in frequently with both the CCD and your faculty advisor to ensure you are on track.

• If you haven't already, complete an internship or other professional development experience and enroll in PDE 400
• Identify and articulate transferable skills gained through your leadership
• Continue to build your network and transition into the alumnae association
• Schedule a meeting with the CCD to discuss next steps and either the job or graduate school search