Explore Our Programs
Find what majors interest you and best aligns to your career goals. Explore majors, minors online, and attend the Major Fair.
First Years
For students with 0-30 credits. Build the foundation for your college career by completing these initial steps.
Haven't started your first semester yet?
Complete these steps to get started.
Find Your Major & Interests
Discover what interests you and turn your interests into a career.
Plan with an Advisor
Meet with your advisor to develop an academic plan and prepare for future registration.
Attend a Major & Minor Fair
Find what major interests you and best aligns to your career goals. Explore majors, minors online, and attend the Major Fair.
Find Your Interests
Complete Steppingblocks, a career interest inventory, and discuss your results with Career Center staff for more ideas.
Build Your Community
Academic Connections
Download the Navigate app for academic connections - find study buddies, make an appointment with your advisor, get reminders about events and to-do's.
Social Connections
Download the RU-N app for community connections - learn about student organizations, get reminders about events, chat with RU-N students.
Get Involved On Campus
Prepare for Your Future
Discover what interests you and turn your interests into a career.
Activate your Rutgers-Newark Handshake Account
Activate your Rutgers-Newark Handshake account for exclusive access to internships, careers, and experiential opportunities. While you’re here, join a first-timers tour at the Career Fair.
Visit the Office of Career Resources and Exploration
Speak with a career counselor about what you can do now to be career-ready. Sign up for the newsletter for more tips and advice on growing your network and finding a job.
Attend a career fair
In your first year, it's a good idea to attend the career fair as an observer. Talk with potential employees and consider what you want (and don't want) in a future employer.
Rate your Career Readiness
Take a look at the skills and competencies employers look for while hiring. Give yourself an honest rating of where you stand and get customized advice for your next steps.