Your role is important in your student’s career decision making process. These tips will help you to be a productive career coach for your student, enabling them to make smart decisions about their major and career.

Start by downloading our guide to Parents as Career Coaches (PDF).

Career Coaching Year by Year

First Year

Learn about who they are and what they like. 

Sophomore

Explore potential careers in their major. 

Junior

Commit to a more specific concentration in their major, and begin gaining experience. 

Senior

Prepare to make the transition from undergraduate life.