Incoming Student Resources

FSU students have access to comprehensive career support with career counselors in each academic college and access to a wide variety of resources.

If students are exploring how their major relates to real-world careers, they can utilize What Can I Do With This Major?

Students have access to the widely-used Strong Interest Inventory career assessment that helps individuals explore their interests and preferences to identify suitable career paths.

The Strong is administered by Career Development staff who are certified to conduct the assessment.

Handshake is FSU’s online portal for jobs, internships, career fairs, and employer events.

 

Career Development Resources

Career counselors are here to assist students with personalized and industry-specific career assistance. Whether you're exploring potential careers for your major, considering different career options, or planning a career transition, it's important to take the time to evaluate your possibilities. Finding the right career means making well-informed decisions about yourself and the opportunities available to you. Career development is here to support you every step of the way!


 

Career Development assists students and alumni with:

  • Resumes
  • Cover Letters
  • Career & Internship Search
  • Career Assessments
  • Interview preparation
  • Major Exploration
  • LinkedIn & Networking
  • Graduate School preparation

Internship Funding Opportunities

SUII – The State University Internship Incentive (SUII) provides grant funding up to $5,000 per student during the semester in which they complete an internship course at FSU. The amount of the stipend varies and is determined by the Office of Financial Aid. Please note that funding is awarded to eligible students on a first-come, first served basis.

EXPerience Internship Fund – This stipend supports students financially while they complete a credit-bearing internship (a minimum of 120 hours over the course of a semester) that is off-campus and unpaid, during the spring and fall semesters. Awards are distributed on a lottery basis, as funds are limited. Stipends will be distributed to the students account once internship information has been verified.



 

RESEARCHING CAREERS

Strong Interest Inventory – a career assessment available to FSU students

What Can I Do With This Major? - Use this resource and meet with a career counselor and academic advisor to understand your options.

O*NET: A free resource that provides clarity on career titles, job descriptions, education requirements, potential salaries and related occupations.

MassCIS: A free resource combines occupations, labor market, and education information to help you explore potential careers. No username and password are needed. Simply enter Framingham for the city and 01701 for the zip code and press sign in.