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We receive many phone calls and email messages, so we've compiled a list of the questions we are most frequently asked. For your convenience, the questions are divided into categories. Select the question and you'll be directed to the response.

Of course, you are always welcome to call us with questions using the Helpline at 301.314.8429 or via email at TerpFamily@umd.edu.

Fourth Year: Transition

  • Meet with University Career Center staff to strategize your upcoming job search.
  • Register for the EDCP 108J: Job Search Strategies course to learn additional strategies for landing internships or full-time employment.
  • Attend Center Events to strengthen job search skills such as resume writing, interviewing, and networking.
  • Use Resume Builder to develop targeted resumes and cover letters to support job search activities.
  • Prepare for interviews by thoroughly researching prospective employers.

Keys to Success

Finalization, reflection, and transition are the cornerstones of success for fourth year. Below is a list of suggestions for how your student can actively engage in creating their own fourth year experience during their final year at UMD. As a parent, we encourage you to use this list to help open up a  dialogue with your student about the opportunities and possibilities at Maryland and beyond.

Finalization

Fourth-Year & Beyond

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Third Year: Experience

Now is the time for students to gain experience in a field of interest. Internships, research, and other valuable experiences often lead to a job after graduation! The following is a useful list of suggestions to keep moving forward on the four-year career plan.

Keys to Success

Throughout their third year, students should focus on staying on track, stepping into opportunities, and gearing up for their Senior year and beyond. Below is a list of opportunities for how your student can accomplish these goals throughout their third year at Maryland. We encourage you to discuss these possibilities for growth and exploration with your student.

Staying on Track

Third-Year

Major decisions are made, the first two years are over, and there is a renewed sense of accomplishment for many students during their third year. This is often the time that students take time to explore and push their own boundaries, whether it’s trying out a new career through an internship, taking on more leadership positions both on and off-campus, or studying abroad. At this time in their academic career, students are often enrolling in more rigorous and specialized courses and perhaps exploring ideas for their Senior Capstone research project.

Second Year: Exploration

Resources abound to help students explore career fields and professions. Even if students have decided on a major, they may be trying to decide what they want to do. The following is a helpful list for the second year.

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