With so many directions social workers can take, it can feel overwhelming to identify organizations and opportunities you want to pursue.
To navigate this process, it’s crucial to first gain clarity about your motivation, values, and purpose. It’s equally important to research the job market and the organizations leading the work that interests you.
You can do this in several ways, including:
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- Attend employer and fellowship information sessions. These events let you connect directly with organizational representatives, learn about their mission and values, and hear about career or fellowship opportunities. You can learn about upcoming information sessions through our enews, as well as in Career Connect under the Events tab.
- Review job postings and research organizations. Explore opportunities in Career Connect and through job board links in the Document Library under the Job Search Sites folder. Use these as starting points to delve deeper into roles and organizations that you aspire towards.
- Speak with professionals and peers. Networking and informational interviewing can expand your knowledge of career paths and settings beyond those you’re already exposed to. Alumni often make excellent first connections for exploration conversations. You can find those who are eager to share their experiences through our career mentorship program—details will be shared tomorrow!
As you gather information, keep track of organizations and roles that best align with your skills and interests. The more you understand how your strengths connect with what organizations need, the clearer you’ll be about your future direction.
