Hartwick college

Because all Hartwick students must declare a major by the second semester of their sophomore year, it is helpful to have a basic timeline so that no important step is missed along the way. Keep in mind that this process does not end once you have chosen a major!

 Freshman Year

• Self-Assessment.
• Research various careers and majors by taking courses in majors and visiting Career Services or the Office of Advising & Registration. 
• Volunteer or work in a field of interest.
• Participate in the Binghamton Job Shadow Day.
• Attend workshops and programs sponsored by various departments on campus.

Sophomore Year

• Join clubs and organizations.
• Take classes in majors that interest you.
• Volunteer.
• Talk to upperclassmen in various majors to get a feel for various courses and their plans relative to their major after college.
• Participate in the Binghamton Job Shadow Day.
• Talk to Career Counselors and Advising staff.

Junior Year

• Talk to seniors to see what they are planning to do after college.
• Get to know professors in your major. They often have opportunities to do research or connections to internships and jobs in your field.
• Participate in an internship to supplement your classroom knowledge.
• Have meetings with an advisor to ensure that you are on the right track.
• Consider going on the MetroLink Job Shadow Program.
• Begin thinking about and researching graduate schools if you are interested in pursuing additional education after Hartwick.

Senior Year

• Visit the Office of Career Development & Education office early to begin your job- search strategies.
• Talk with as many people as possible in your areas of interest.
• Do an internship in your major or career field.
• Participate in mock interviews with Career Counselors.
• Keep updated on on-campus recruiting and information sessions.
• Begin applying for graduate school, as deadlines are usually in January and early February.
• Find professors or administrators willing to serve as references.