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Assessment Testing — MyPlan
Self-assessment requires a hard look at yourself and an honest evaluation of your strengths and weaknesses. It is one of the most challenging pieces of the career puzzle, but also one of the most important. MyPlan helps students and professionals plan more fulfilling lives by making well-informed decisions about their education and careers. Whether you’re deciding on what college to go to, choosing a major, planning ahead for your first career, or thinking about making a career change, MyPlan can help you explore options and bring clarity and insight into figuring out what’s right for you. 100% independent and unbiased, MyPlan gives you the truth about colleges, careers and majors. Our research and data is the most comprehensive you’ll find anywhere on the subject. With dozens of easy-to-use tools, MyPlan makes getting to that information convenient, simple and fun. Contact Career Development to find out more information.
Career Counseling, Exploration & Planning
For many students, selecting a major and determining a career path is difficult and often confusing. If you are still deciding on a major or have questions about your current major or career path, the friendly staff at Career Development is eager to assist you. Career Development offers a variety of services and resources to enable you to make an informed major/career decision as a freshman, alumni, or anywhere in between. Career planning is an on-going complex process that requires constant monitoring and self-research. In addition, the Career Development has web-based resources including “What Can I Do with This Degree?” Check it out!
Employment & Internship Opportunities
Are you a current SAGU student or an alum from a SAGU sister school? Please sign up or log into College Central at https://www.collegecentral.com/sagu and access hundreds of online job and internship postings. In addition to College Central, there is a list of resources to for you to consider located here.
The role of the Career Development is to act as an educational agency, rather than an employment agency. Ultimately you are responsible for preparing for your career goals and securing your destination.
Events
Clinical Teacher Job Fair

The Clinical Teacher Job Fair will be held April 10, 2024 from 9:00am-3:00pm in the Hagee Communications Center
An opportunity to meet with and interview our education students who are graduating this semester. Please follow the link below to register and contact the Career Development office for any further information.
Business Expo

Businesses from the DFW metro-plex, and businesses from Ellis County (Waxahachie, Midlothian, and Red Oak) will be providing information on opportunities within their organization. Some volunteer positions; some paid positions; and overall good information about services available in our area.
Career Development Seminars
Career Development offers free seminars based on your major and interests. Come ask questions about possible roles in the workplace, pay or anything that may relate to your career!
Etiquette Dinner
You don’t want to miss this opportunity! This event is much more than just what fork you need to use when you’re at dinner with a very important employer, client, or guest at a formal dinner. This will be a served full course meal, with an etiquette presentation.
March 27th, President’s Dining Room, 5:30-7:00 p.m.
Interview Preparation
Would you like to practice interviewing before the “real” one? This is your chance! Business professionals and church leaders will be on campus to interview you, critique your interviewing skills, and recommend areas to change. Remember to dress professionally and bring your résumé.
National Student Employment Week
Let us recognize you for your hard work, and for the importance of the student work experience. This is our way to say thank you for your contribution!
Senior Brunch
Senior Brunch is a special time for the specific semester graduates to meet together to celebrate their accomplishment. You will have an opportunity to visit with administrators and special guests. And you’ll receive gifts from the sponsors: Alumni, Career Development, and Harrison Graduate School.
Graduate School Planning
The first step in getting into graduate school involves assessing your goals, abilities, qualifications, temperament, and commitment. Before expending a great deal of effort, stop by the Career Development office!
Résumé, Cover Letter and Reference Page Assistance
The resume is the most important marketing tool for your job and internship search. Does your resume present your skills and qualifications most effectively for the types of positions you are seeking?
The Nelson University Career Development office offers resources to help make sure your resume is in top shape!
Resume Workshops
Check College Central for the next opportunity to learn about resume writing in a group setting.
Resume & Cover Letter Critiques
After updating your resume or cover letter to the best of your ability using these resources, feel free to stop by during Drop-In Hours for a 15-minute document critique. We’d be happy to take a look at your resume or cover letter and offer constructive feedback to ensure you’re putting your best foot forward.