Job Changing and Transition

 

Self & Career Exploration

Transitioning to a new job or career field can be an exciting but challenging time for anyone. If you are changing careers or even considering it, one of the first steps is to do a thorough self-assessment and to explore your career options. See our Self Exploration page for all of the tools and resources we have available to assist you with this important process.

 

Articles & Resources

The 10-Step Plan to Career Change
10 Career Change Mistakes to Avoid
The Essential Career Change Guide

QuintCareers' "Career Changers' Most Powerful Resume and Cover-Letter Tool: Transferable Skills" is guided help for a strong Career Changer's resume. Fill in the blanks help distinguish objective statements and accomplishment oriented statements. This site touches upon the importance of an excellent cover letter, and addressing your career change within the cover letter.
ILostMyJob.com is a helpful resources, for those who have been laid off, about finding a new job, what to do about health care in the mean time, and how to budget and survive on less money.

 

Or see our full list of jobs search services/resources

 

Discounts on Professional Development and Certification Preparation

UMBC Training Centers can help you to develop new skills or prepare for valuable industry certifications through our high quality, non-credit training programs. UMBC Alumni receive a 5% discount on most programs. Visit http://www.umbc.edu/trainctr for more information.

 

 

Also consider . . .

 

Dependable Strengths Workshop:

Networking and Job Search

A 2-day workshop to help you determine your dependable strengths and find work that you love. Finding the right career ultimately means knowing what you are passionate about. Whether it's through work, school or personal activities, knowing your passions helps you to focus your energies, find happiness in every day and feel more fulfilled. Ultimately by learning more about yourself through this process, you will open up new opportunities. Read more . . .