Explore Your Interests
Explore Careers
Use these resources to research careers, connect with professionals, and gain real-world experience before committing to a path.
| Resource | Best For |
| Northeastern Career Guides | Overview of majors, job titles, industries, and salary outlook. Career Guides are embedded in each career community! |
| O*NET Online | Skills, tasks, education requirements, and job outlook for 950+ occupations |
| Occupational Outlook Handbook (OOH) | Day-to-day realities, work environment, pay, and how to enter a field |
| Princeton Review Career Resources | “Day in the life” stories and job expectations |
| Vocational Biographies | Interviews and profiles of working professionals (Login: NE Univ / RAZDE)) |
| Massachusetts Career Information System (MassCIS) | Occupational info, training, salary, and industry trends (Login: city “Boston,” zip “02115” or another MA city/zip code) |
| Sloan Career Cornerstone Center | STEM, computer science, and healthcare careers; 185+ degree fields |
| Resource | Best for |
| Inspire a Husky | Low-pressure, one-on-one conversations with alumni and professionals in fields you’re exploring |
| NUSource | Finding Northeastern alumni who volunteer their time to support fellow Huskies |
| Discovering professionals and companies, joining industry groups, and making connections in fields of interest | |
| Career Conversations and Events | Meeting alums and professionals across industries; workshops to help you prepare for specific career paths |
| NU Talent Connect | In-person access to recruiters from dozens of industries; held twice a year |
| Resource | Best for |
| Husky Treks | Organized, in-person visits to employers; firsthand exposure to industries and work environments |
| Internships | Testing whether a career path actually fits before committing to it |
| Research Experience | Working alongside faculty mentors; especially valuable for academic or research-focused careers |
| Volunteering | Building your network around causes you care about; connect with opportunities through the Center for Community Service |
| Student Clubs and Organizations | Exploring a field and connecting with peers who share your interests; find opportunities through Student Life |
How to Get Started
- Pick one career or field and spend 30 minutes with a research tool above
- Find one professional in that field and request a 20-minute informational interview via Inspire a Husky , through LinkedIn, or by email
- Do a job shadow or internship to test whether the work appeals to you
- Reflect on what you learned and notice patterns in what environments and work styles energize you most
How We Can Help
Meet with a Career Counselor to:
- Debrief what you’ve learned from resources, interviews, and experiences
- Match your interests and values to fields and types of work
- Build a focused exploration strategy
- Narrow down your options and set next steps
Reach out to Career Development at huskycareers@northeastern.edu or visit the Career Studio for additional guidance.
