{"id":6,"date":"2013-08-20T21:35:32","date_gmt":"2013-08-20T21:35:32","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/newwww.hmc.edu\/career-services\/?page_id=6"},"modified":"2025-11-20T10:24:12","modified_gmt":"2025-11-20T18:24:12","slug":"students","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.hmc.edu\/career-services\/students\/","title":{"rendered":"Career Services for Students"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-mudd2021-right-sidebar right-sidebar\" id=\"right-sidebar\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Handshake<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Your online platform to connect with employers, discover opportunities and events, and schedule appointments.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.hmc.edu\/career-services\/handshake\/\">Get started with Handshake.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/hmc.joinhandshake.com\/stu\/appointments\">Make an appointment.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Senior Outcomes<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-resized\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.hmc.edu\/career-services\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/9\/2025\/08\/OCS-Outcomes-2025-1.pdf\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"902\" height=\"1146\" src=\"https:\/\/www.hmc.edu\/career-services\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/9\/2025\/07\/Screenshot-2025-07-29-at-2.05.28-PM.png\" alt=\"Class of 2025 Senior Outcomes\" class=\"wp-image-3825\" style=\"width:503px;height:auto\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.hmc.edu\/career-services\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/9\/2025\/07\/Screenshot-2025-07-29-at-2.05.28-PM.png 902w, https:\/\/www.hmc.edu\/career-services\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/9\/2025\/07\/Screenshot-2025-07-29-at-2.05.28-PM-236x300.png 236w, https:\/\/www.hmc.edu\/career-services\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/9\/2025\/07\/Screenshot-2025-07-29-at-2.05.28-PM-806x1024.png 806w, https:\/\/www.hmc.edu\/career-services\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/9\/2025\/07\/Screenshot-2025-07-29-at-2.05.28-PM-768x976.png 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 902px) 100vw, 902px\" \/><\/a><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Senior Outcomes contain valuable information for students, alumni, families and employers about our services, Class of 2025 Senior Outcomes for employment, salary information and graduate school data.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Job and Internship Search Guide<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-style-aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"394\" height=\"517\" src=\"https:\/\/www.hmc.edu\/career-services\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/9\/2023\/03\/ocs-career-guide-cover.png\" alt=\"Career Guide\" class=\"wp-image-3354\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.hmc.edu\/career-services\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/9\/2023\/03\/ocs-career-guide-cover.png 394w, https:\/\/www.hmc.edu\/career-services\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/9\/2023\/03\/ocs-career-guide-cover-229x300.png 229w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 394px) 100vw, 394px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.hmc.edu\/career-services\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/9\/2023\/09\/OCS-Career-Guide_2023.09.07.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Review the Career Guide (PDF)<\/a>&nbsp;for information on creating your resume, preparing for an interview and even negotiating your offers.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">HMC Graduate School Guide<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-style-aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"400\" height=\"524\" src=\"https:\/\/www.hmc.edu\/career-services\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/9\/2023\/03\/ocs-grad-guide-cover.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-3355\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.hmc.edu\/career-services\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/9\/2023\/03\/ocs-grad-guide-cover.png 400w, https:\/\/www.hmc.edu\/career-services\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/9\/2023\/03\/ocs-grad-guide-cover-229x300.png 229w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 400px) 100vw, 400px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Review the&nbsp;<a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.hmc.edu\/career-services\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/9\/2021\/08\/accessible_GFG-Guidebook-AUG21FINAL.pdf\" target=\"_blank\">HMC Graduate School Guide (PDF)<\/a> for information on applying to graduate school.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>The Office of Career Services provides&nbsp;the opportunity to:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Explore the intersection of your values, interests, skills and strengths, and align those with career and educational opportunities.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Gain experiences that allow you to build skills and networks, e.g., through internships, coursework, summer jobs, or research.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Find, evaluate and employ a variety of print, electronic and interpersonal resources to make educational and career choices.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Effectively communicate your accomplishments in resumes, cover letters and&nbsp; interviews.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Appointments and Drop-ins<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>You can make an appointment through our career management system called <a href=\"https:\/\/hmc.joinhandshake.com\/stu\/appointments\">Handshake<\/a>. To schedule an appointment, log in to Handshake with your @hmc.edu email, select \u201cCareer Center\u201d in the upper left corner, then \u201cAppointments\u201d. Watch for announcements about drop-in hours in our newsletter.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">For Specific Populations<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Career Services is here to help specifically identified populations, such as international students, LGBTQIA students, students of color and students with disabilities. Please see the Job Search Toolbox below for helpful resources.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.hmc.edu\/admission\/afford\/other-resources\/outside-and-private-awards\/\">Outside Scholarship Information<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><a href=\"http:\/\/muddernet.hmc.edu\">MudderNet<\/a><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Connect with fellow Mudders and harness the power of the HMC network to find your way!<\/strong>&nbsp;As Mudders, you have direct access to a trusted network of diverse peers who can serve as mentors and supporters as you navigate challenges during different stages of your life. Whether you\u2019re joining as an information provider or information seeker (or both), engaging on MudderNet allows you to connect directly with Mudders in-person and online, locally and globally.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">OCS Resources<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.hmc.edu\/career-services\/students\/career-guide\/\" data-type=\"page\" data-id=\"2843\">Career Guide<\/a><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Whether you are selecting a major, exploring occupations, building relationships with recruiters, searching for jobs and internships or preparing for graduate school, we\u2019ve created this guide to help.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.vmock.com\/hmc\/login\">VMock<\/a><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Transform your job search experience with this 24\/7, the cutting-edge AI-powered resume help platform designed to elevate your applications. Whether you&#8217;re crafting your first resume or refining an existing one, the intelligent tools offer personalized guidance to make your application stand out. Login to VMock with your HMC &#8220;University ID&#8221; single sign-on credentials and receive FREE access. Once you&#8217;ve uploaded and edited your resume with VMock, make an appointment with OCS for a final check.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><a href=\"https:\/\/info.parkerdewey.com\/student\/hmc\">Parker Dewey<\/a><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Parker Dewey is a platform that connects employers with college students through short-term, paid micro-internships. These projects give students with technical and professional skills real-world experience while helping companies complete specific tasks efficiently. For students, micro-internships provide valuable exposure to different industries, build practical skills, and serve as strong resume builders that showcase their ability to deliver results in professional settings.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><a href=\"http:\/\/go.indeed.com\/JobSearchAcademy-HMC\">Job Search Academy by Indeed + Harvey Mudd College<\/a><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The Job Search Academy is a free, virtual career development program created by Indeed in partnership with Harvey Mudd College. Designed to help you excel at every stage of your job search, the Academy guides you through five core areas \u2014 job search strategy, resume writing, interview preparation, offer evaluation, and career direction \u2014 so you can move forward with clarity and confidence.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><a href=\"https:\/\/interstride.com\/hmc\/\">Interstride<\/a><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Interstride is a career platform created by international students, for international students. Interstride helps international and globally-engaged students with a job board, resources and webinars.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.hmc.edu\/career-services\/students\/majors-to-careers\/\">Majors to Careers<\/a><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>When deciding on a major as it relates to a possible career, it often helps to see what HMC graduates have done. OCS has created career monographs, also known as \u201cWhat Can I Do with a Major,\u201d to show you which employers have hired graduates and from what major; what their job titles have been; what the average salary has been; where they have found internships and the average internship wages, and where they have been accepted to graduate school.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.hmc.edu\/career-services\/students\/internships\/\" data-type=\"page\" data-id=\"24\">Internships<\/a><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>OCS has compiled resources to help you find a successful internship experience.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.hmc.edu\/career-services\/students\/study-abroad\/\" data-type=\"page\" data-id=\"2128\">Studying Abroad<\/a><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>OCS has created resources to help you make the most of your study abroad experience.&#8217;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.hmc.edu\/career-services\/students\/summer-research\/\" data-type=\"page\" data-id=\"1985\">Summer Research<\/a><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Resources to help you find research opportunities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.hmc.edu\/career-services\/students\/jobs\/\" data-type=\"page\" data-id=\"28\">Job Search Toolbox<\/a><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>OCS has compiled helpful links for your job search. 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Also there are resources for specific industries, employment agencies, salary and cost-of-living calculators to help you search for that first position.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.hmc.edu\/career-services\/students\/handling-offers\/\">Handling Job and Internship Offers<\/a><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Read the OCS guidelines for handling your offers as well as suggested time frames for acceptances.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><a href=\"https:\/\/muse.helpscoutdocs.com\/article\/114-student-portfolio-tips-and-tricks\"><strong>MUSE&nbsp;<\/strong>\u2013 Create Your Own Website or Portfolio<\/a><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>College students with career objectives from creative fields to tech to finance can use Muse to create vivid portfolios to represent their skills, competencies, interests and accomplishments and stand out to potential employers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Muse is a no-code online site-building tool that enables users to create attractive pages using simple building blocks and to integrate all of their content \u2014 including LinkedIn and a traditional resume \u2014 and all channels from across the web into one portfolio. 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