Parent's Guide to Career Planning

Encourage your student to make grades a top priority
Encourage your student to meet with each of their professors regularly
Talk with your student about the different campus activities that might match their interests
Encourage your student to plan early to find a summer job that may match their career interests

If your student is undecided about their major or career choice, encourage them to visit the Center for Career & Professional Development
Talk with your student about the different career and major choices they are considering
Encourage your student to follow their vocational dreams and make the choices that fit
Help your student come up with a list of your friends or relatives that may work in a field of interest
Encourage your student to obtain a career-related internship experience over the summer

Encourage your student to take advantage of leadership opportunities at Whitworth
Encourage your student to attend Whitworth's Career and Professional Development events and education
Discuss employment and graduate school options with your student
Encourage your student to obtain a career-related experience that matches their career goals

Ask your student how you can help
Listen to the fears/concerns your student is expressing
Talk with your student about their career goals and how their interests and skills relate to them
Encourage your student to complete a resume and participate in on-campus interviews
Encourage your student to attend Whitworth's Career and Professional Development events and education
Encourage your student to get assistance with their job search from the Center for Career & Professional Development
Ask your student about their graduate or professional school plans
Listen, be patient and don't worry