Most students are a little apprehensive about finding a job in their desired field. Even more students need to work at least part-time while attending school in today’s tough economy.

The Sacramento State Career Center provides information to help students find the job they are seeking. Several events are being held this fall to assist students with the do’s and don’ts of resume writing and how to respond to an interviewer’s questions.

As part of their efforts to help students, on Oct. 1, the Career Center will be hosting its Fall Career Fair in the University Union Ballroom.

“Employers will be there to critique student resumes,” said Jessica Wilbur, promotions and events specialist for the Career Center. “It will be an opportunity to create the perfect resume.”

Alicia Colvin, administrative specialist for the Career Center, said that more than 120 employers are attending the fair. The job fair is open to alumni, students and the community. There were more than 1,000 attendees at last year’s job fair, Colvin said.

The center’s website offers a career information library. The library provides a way for students to gather information as they conduct their job searches.

The Career Connection page has several job listings, depending on what the student is looking for. The lists include full-time, part-time and on-campus job listings, as well as internships and volunteer positions.

If a student wishes to speak with a career counselor, the information is available through career counseling services at the Career Center. With the assistance of a career specialist, students can identify skill-sets they have that will help them secure a job. The counselors also provide academic programs related to specific job fields and can assist students in finding graduate or professional schools.

The Career Center also offers a cooperative education program. The center says this program serves two purposes. One is to provide upper-division and graduate students with paid work experience. It also fosters the development of lower-division students, by getting them involved in learning activities that provide real-world job experience.

The center does provide internships and encourages students to apply, so they can gain practical experience in their chosen career field. It can also provide contacts in the business world.

For undeclared students, the Career Center has information to assist in determining a career path to follow. Staff presents strategies on picking a major, and provides several resources to help students determine the right career path. The center also has a list of career counseling and employment services in the community.

In addition to this fall’s career fair on Nov.4, there will be a workshop for students looking for part-time jobs. A government agency fair will also be held later in the year.

For more information regarding Career Center events, visit csus.edu/careercenter.com.

Sally King can be reached at [email protected]