{"id":287,"date":"2026-06-25T12:14:47","date_gmt":"2026-06-25T16:14:47","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/cms.web.umflint.edu\/career-services\/?page_id=287"},"modified":"2026-07-07T09:24:02","modified_gmt":"2026-07-07T13:24:02","slug":"faculty-staff-guide","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.umflint.edu\/career-services\/faculty-staff-guide\/","title":{"rendered":"Faculty\/Staff Guide"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-cover fb-cover-text-box wp-duotone-black-and-white\" style=\"margin-top:0;margin-bottom:0;padding-top:0;padding-right:0;padding-bottom:0;padding-left:0;min-height:100%;aspect-ratio:unset;\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-block-cover__image-background\" alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/www.umflint.edu\/career-services\/wp-content\/themes\/flintblock\/assets\/images\/sidewalk-art.jpg\" style=\"object-position:50% 95%\" data-object-fit=\"cover\" data-object-position=\"50% 95%\" \/><span aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-cover__background 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has-x-large-font-size\">Careers are a University Responsibility<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You interact daily with students as a University of Michigan-Flint faculty or staff member. Students look to you for advice on their academic plans and future careers. These conversations provide many opportunities to move students forward in their career development.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">When students come to you, here are some key messages to share with them:&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-large-font-size\">Connect Early and Connect Often<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Students should&nbsp;utilize&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.umflint.edu\/career-services\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">the Office of Student Career Advancement &amp; Success&nbsp;<\/a>resources&nbsp;as early as their first year. Career managers and internship coordinators are here to assist students according to their major.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">We encourage students to touch base with their respective career professionals at least once a semester in addition to attending events and workshops. Career professionals are ready to meet with students to explore careers, apply for internship\/job opportunities, practice interviewing, and support students in building their professional networks.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-large-font-size\">Networking<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Students need to know that submitting a resume online and then waiting for a reply is a job search method. Before submitting an application online or in person, career professionals encourage students to set up an appointment for a resume critique with an OSCAS or Writing Center staff member. Also, students must connect with our employer partners to establish a relationship. There are many avenues for students to connect with employers on campus and virtually.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Alumni Panels<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Career Fairs&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Employer in Residence Events&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Handshake&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Informational interviews&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Job Shadowing&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>LinkedIn Groups&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-text-color has-brand-maize-color has-alpha-channel-opacity has-brand-maize-background-color has-background is-style-wide\" \/>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"margin-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--60);margin-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--60)\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-x-large-font-size\">Become a Career Champion<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-large-font-size\">Support Student Success Beyond the Classroom<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Faculty and staff are critical in shaping students\u2019 academic and career journeys. The Career Champions program empowers you to guide students as they explore career options, gain confidence in their skills, and prepare for life after graduation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-large-font-size\">What is a Career Champion?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Career Champions are faculty and staff who commit to incorporating career conversations and support into everyday student interactions. You don\u2019t need to be a career expert\u2014just someone who wants to help students connect their education to their professional goals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">As a Career Champion, you will:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Encourage students to explore their interests and strengths<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Promote career resources, events, and services<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Share your own career insights and experiences<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Help normalize career development as part of the college experience<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-large-font-size\">Why Become a Career Champion?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Make a lasting impact<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Foster student confidence and engagement<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Strengthen campus collaboration<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-large-font-size\">How to Get Involved<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Interested in becoming a Career Champion? 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