University Career Services
Career Planning, Networking, Resume Help and More
University Career Services (UCS) is George Mason University’s nationally recognized, centralized career center. We are specialists taking an industry-focused approach to serving our students and employers. University Career Services serves all students, undergraduate and graduate, on campus and online. In 1:1 appointments, career preparation courses, and professional development workshops, we can help you choose a degree program, explore career paths, gain experience, and learn how to best market your skills and experience to relevant employers.
Need to learn more?
Visit University Career Services at careers.gmu.edu for help with professional goals and career decisions.
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Appointments:
Schedule virtual and in-person appointments via Patriot Connect: careers.gmu.edu/appointments or call us at 703-993 2370 (9 a.m. – 5 p.m. EST). We can assist you with:
- Choosing a major or career
- Finding an internship
- Searching for a job
- Preparing for graduate school
- Preparing for an interview
- Salary negotiation
- Identifying employers committed to inclusion
- Any other career-related questions you have
Drop-in Hours:
Get quick answers to general questions about resumes, cover letters, Handshake, or on-campus jobs in 15 minutes or less! Stop by SUB I, Room 3400 during drop-in hours, no appointment necessary. Drop-in hours are Monday-Friday, 1-3 pm.
Handshake:
George Mason’s source for job, internships, on-campus employment, recruitment events, career fairs and employer contacts. Getting started is easy. Just log into your Handshake account, using your George Mason NetID and password and build your profile.
Workshops and Employer Events:
Attend virtual career events and workshops – happening all semester! Find the most up-to-date event information on our web calendar and in Handshake.
Resources UCS Provides
Top Three Online Resources
- InterviewPrep: the perfect practice interview tool
- Career Shift is a jobs database with tools for online job hunters. Use it to identify companies by industry, size, or location and search for opportunities by experience level.
- LinkedIn Learning: on-demand skills-building programs, including certifications
