Welcome to the College of Health and Public Service Career Community!
Congratulations on choosing a career path where you can truly make a difference! The UNT College of Health and Public Service prepares you for a variety of in-demand, fulfilling careers in the public, private and nonprofit sectors. Whether you want to work with children with autism as an audiologist or speech-language pathologist; shape the world around you as a behavior analyst; help reform the justice system through work in criminal justice; prepare communities for hurricanes or other natural disasters as an emergency manager; shape the cities of tomorrow as an urban planner; identify and solve global health concerns as an epidemiologist; or tackle some of society’s biggest issues as a social worker, you’ve chosen the right path.
All of the degrees in our college lead to careers that are projected at or above average job growth for the next 10 years. The Career Center will foster your connection between our college and the internships and professions you want so you can seamlessly transition from campus life into a career where you contribute to society locally, nationally or even globally. Make sure you take advantage of all of the services we have to offer!
Neale R. Chumbler, Dean of the College of Health and Public Service
Services Offered by the Career Center
We encourage you to explore the resources and services the Career Center has to offer, attend an upcoming career event, and schedule an appointment with your Career Coach.
DISCOVER YOUR PATH
As you begin considering options for your future career, the career assessment tools and other resources presented here are designed to help you:
- Identify your interests, values, personality, and skills.
- Understand how your unique set of attributes can impact your success and satisfaction in various career options and work environments.
- Differentiate yourself from others by developing your personal brand statement.
- Recognize the competencies and skills employers seek when hiring employees.
EXPLORE MAJORS AND CAREERS
If you’re in the process of choosing a major or want to confirm you’re in the right major, it’s important to understand the relationship between the many majors available at UNT and the vast career opportunities that exist. In addition, you can gain valuable knowledge and experience in a potential career field by participating in job shadowing programs, completing an internship and connecting with career professionals.
GAIN EXPERIENCE
Employers value students with real-world work experience, and research shows that students who complete an internship or other type of experience receive a greater number of job offers and a higher starting salary when they graduate. Multiple opportunities exist for gaining real-world experience and adding valuable skills to your resume while completing your degree.
ACHIEVE YOUR GOALS
In order to launch a successful job search and achieve your goals, there are several steps you must take in advance. The resources and tools presented here will help you create a strong resume, prepare to interview, and develop a strategy to connect with employers. In addition, be sure to meet with your Career Coach for major-specific advice. Your Career Coach can review your resume and provide suggestions, help you develop effective responses to common interview questions, and assist you with personalizing your networking and job search strategy.
JOB SEARCH STRATEGIES || CONNECT WITH EMPLOYERS
VIRTUAL CAREER SERVICES
All UNT students and alumni have access to virtual services and opportunities through the Career Center to assist in achieving their career goals. Check out our Virtual Career Center Services for Students!
EMPLOYER PANEL DISCUSSION
Public Service Employer Panel
A panel of public service employers, including the secret service, local police departments, non-profit organizations and a private company, discuss employment opportunities within their organization, the applicant selection process, what applicants can do to stand out and more.
