A successful search begins with utilizing all of the resources provided by the Hameetman Career Center.
Searching for a job or internship can often feel overwhelming because there are so many options available to you. For your convenience, we have created a list of resources that may be used to help with your search.
Internship Courses INT 100 & INT 200
Occidental College students can earn academic credits/units for completing a fall, spring, or summer internship. Completion of an internship is also noted on your academic transcript.
- Earn Credit for Your Internship Information Sheet
- Fall 2021 INT Student Learning Agreement - Due October 13, 2021
Handshake
Designed specifically for students, Handshake partners with schools and employers to offer the best opportunities. Use your Oxy email to activate your account to view guides and tips created by Hameetman Career Center advisors. Oxy account required.
CareerShift
Search, select, and store job postings from a wide variety of job listings and employers. Access information about Oxy Alumni, companies, and organizations. Oxy account required.
Vault
Vault provides industry guides with in-depth intelligence on what it’s really like to work within an industry, company, or profession. Oxy account required.
Big Interview
Big Interview is an interview prep system where students get hands-on practice with mock interviews tailored to their specific industry, job, and experience level. Oxy account required.
Chegg Internships
Search an online database of internship postings.
Global Jobs
Students can find job and internship postings for international, nonprofit, government, non-government, and development careers.
Idealist
Idealist focuses on opportunities with nonprofit organizations.
Discover where alumni work and their paths after Oxy. Students can also network and find open positions.
Switchboard
Students and alumni can unlock the full power of Oxy’s network to connect, exchange opportunities, and find what they need.
Salary.com
Find the median salary (and other compensation data) for various jobs and locations.
Budget Calculator
Knowing how much money you need to support your lifestyle is an essential part of beginning your career. Students can use this tool to inform their major and career selections.
