Career counseling is a process of learning about yourself and becoming acquainted with the world of work. Counseling provides students the time to explore interests, abilities, values, skills and personality characteristics as they relate to potential majors and careers. During the counseling session students have the opportunity to discuss their aspirations and concerns about their career prospects. An important goal of career counseling is to help students make realistic career decisions.

How does career counseling work?

At Magner Center for Career Development and Internships career counseling sessions are usually 30 minutes in length and performed with an experienced career counselor. Topics covered range from choice of major, internships, job and career possibilities, resume and interview training, researching companies, graduate school, etc. Students usually meet with a counselor for one or several sessions depending on the needs of the student.

What about career assessments?

An assessment test can help you decide which career path would best fit your interests and personality. Self-assessment tests could be used to help you recognize your real strengths and to learn about your personality so you can decide which major or career to choose. It is also helpful in case you are bored with your major or trapped in a career you do not enjoy. There are a few self-assessments to choose from below:

http://magnercenter.myplan.com – It’s a guide to career planning, you can match your personality type with occupations by taking an online assessments to explore your interests, skills and values. If you are a BC student or alumni, retrieve your password by logging on to http://portal.brooklyn.edu via “Career” tab or stop by 1303 James
http://www.nycareerzone.org – ONET Interests Profiler identifies broad interest areas most relevant to work-related interest that you would like and find exciting on the job.

How do I make an appointment?

We encourage you to make an appointment with a career counselor by coming to 1303 James Hall or calling 718.951.5696. If you are more than ten minutes late for an appointment the counselor may ask you to reschedule. To cancel or reschedule an appointment, please notify your counselor by leaving a message at the above number at least 24 hours in advance. Career counseling services are free, confidential and open to all Brooklyn College students.