Resources

Career Exploration Services

Career Exploration Services is a division of Student Counseling Services that helps students figure out one of college's big questions: what do I do after I graduate? If you aren't sure what path you want to take or just want some new ideas, visit Career Exploration Services to investigate various career directions. With a lending library of career-related books and assessment tests to better understand your skills, they can help you figure out who you are and what you want to do with your life.

Career Fairs

Every semester Iowa State University hosts some of the largest career fairs in the nation. For Biology majors, the primary career fairs of interest include People to People Career Fair, Agriculture and Life Sciences Career Day, and the Business, Industry and Technology Career Fair.

Career Services - College of Agriculture and Life Sciences

Located in Curtiss Hall, the CALS Career Services serves students and alumni through outstanding career counseling, support and encouragement and by providing employment opportunities well-suited to their goals and passions, and to help meet the growing demand for our graduates through strong, mutually beneficial relationships with employers.

Career Services - College of Liberal Arts and Sciences

Located in Carver Hall, LAS Career Services provides career development education for Iowa State University students and alumni. They can assist with writing a resumé or CV, composing a cover letter, searching for a job or internship, preparing for an interview, evaluating and negotiating job offers, and all other career-related questions you may have.

CyHire

CyHire provides information on professional full-time and internship opportunities for students and alumni. Registered users can manage their online accounts to send resumes for job postings & interviews and access information about Career Fairs and Information Sessions.

Student Job Board (via AccessPlus)

The Student Job Board is provided by the Student Employment Center (SEC) and offers a way for students to search for jobs that employers have posted. Both on-campus and off-campus jobs are available, some of which are subsidized under the Federal Work Study Program, Undergraduate Research Assistant Program, or other programs. Current students can access the job board in AccessPlus.