UTK Career Development & Academic Exploration

UTK Career Development & Academic Exploration The center provides University of Tennessee-Knoxville students and alumni major/career exploration re

Link Tree: https://linktr.ee/CCDUTK

We are your first stop for all things career-related. We provide:

~ Career coaching and exploration classes
~ Interest and personality assessments
~ Resources to help you choose a major/career

If you are seeking employment, we can help you:

~Identify part-time jobs, internships, and full-time positions through Handshake
~ Perfect your resume with virtual re

sume & cover letter sessions
~Prepare for that big interview by conducting mock interviews with a consultant
~ Work on what to do for a company visit, including dining etiquette
~ Create realistic expectations for life after graduation

Visit our website www.career.utk.edu and set up your Handshake account to access appointments and events.

06/23/2026

This week, we’re hearing from Kat, one of our Haslam College of Business career coaches! 🙌

Let’s see what career wisdom she has to share!

❌ MYTH: Your major determines your career.✅ TRUTH: Your major is a starting point, not a destination. Many professionals...
06/23/2026

❌ MYTH: Your major determines your career.

✅ TRUTH: Your major is a starting point, not a destination. Many professionals work in careers that are different from, or only loosely related to, what they studied in college.

Your skills, experiences, interests, internships, and involvement all help shape your career path. Don't feel boxed in by your major, you have more options than you think.

Check out two free resources available to you, Vols:💼 Parker Dewey connects you with paid micro internships that help yo...
06/18/2026

Check out two free resources available to you, Vols:

💼 Parker Dewey connects you with paid micro internships that help you gain real world experience and build your resume.

📈 Forage offers virtual job simulations from top employers so you can explore careers and develop in demand skills at your own pace.

06/16/2026

This week, our Career Educator Emily is here with a tip to help you stay career-ready! 🌟 Summer is a great time to build skills, gain experience, and come see us! Make an appointment via Vol Connect 🧡

06/09/2026

It’s Career Tip Tuesday!!! This week our Career Coach, Katie is here to give you a tip on Networking💼‼️

Today, we celebrate National Higher Education Day! 🎓Higher education opens doors to new opportunities, meaningful connec...
06/06/2026

Today, we celebrate National Higher Education Day! 🎓

Higher education opens doors to new opportunities, meaningful connections, and lifelong learning. Whether you're exploring career paths, gaining hands-on experience, or preparing for what's next, every step you take is helping shape your future.

06/02/2026

Career Tip Tuesday brought to you by Hannah!!!

“We are here for YOU every step of the way”🧡

05/26/2026

Welcome to Career tip Tuesday!!! ALL summer long you will be getting career advice from our staff!!! Today we get to hear from Jeff!

“Do not let failure get in the way success” 🔥🔥🔥

Today, we remember and honor those who made the ultimate sacrifice for our country.We are grateful for their courage, se...
05/25/2026

Today, we remember and honor those who made the ultimate sacrifice for our country.

We are grateful for their courage, service, and sacrifice. Wishing everyone a safe and meaningful Memorial Day.

05/22/2026

You read that right. We are open this summer!

Book an appointment via vol connect to meet with your coach! Online and in person!!!!!!

Address

1015 Phillip Fulmer Way
Knoxville, TN
37996

Telephone

+18659745435

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