Frequently Asked Questions by Students
University Center 107 at the bottom of the stairs, across from the MAVcard office.
CMU students, alumni, staff, and faculty can all utilize Career Services.
We recommend making an appointment. We also have walk-in hours daily from 2 – 3pm.
To make an appointment, stop by the Career Services Office located in UC 107. We also make appointments via Handshake.
It depends on what you are coming in for and your timeframe. Appointments are 30 minutes to one hour in length. The topic of your appointment may include a resume or cover letter review or a mock interview.
Companies are looking for professional and academic references. Some good places to start are former supervisors, coaches, professors, and youth group leaders. Stop by the Career Services Center for a sample reference page.
*Pro tip: references should not be included on a resume. The reference page is a separate document that is formatted the same as your resume and cover letter.
Go to Handshake and pick a filter, such as on-campus jobs, full-time jobs, or part-time jobs.
To register for a workshop please go to Handshake Events page and find the event you wish to register for, click on it and then click register.
If you need help exploring a major, go to https://www.coloradomesa.edu/career/explore/major.html and https://www.coloradomesa.edu/iris/academics-advising/explore-major.html.
To declare a major, contact the administrative assistant of the academic department you are interested in.
If you need more guidance, make an appointment with Career Services by calling 970.248.1404 or by signing up through Handshake.
This will depend on your major. For career exploration, visit our "What To Do With a Major" page and/or make an appointment with Career Services via Handshake to discuss your options. You also can meet with your academic advisor for help with career direction.
There are several resources to find the perfect internship, including CMU staff/faculty internship contacts and our student internship page, which includes how to find an internship and how to recieve academic credit. Additional resources that may be helpful include Handshake, where many employers, both local and far post their internships, job search tips, and career/research strategies.
Each major/minor and concentration(s) have differences; however, beginning with your advisor and other professors you’ve had is a great start. If you need to develop a strategic job searching plan, make an appointment with Career Services by calling 970.248.1404.