Incoming Students

For many of you, your first introduction to the Toppel Career Center was ToppelFest. Although we do like to party, we also like to get down to business. What business exactly?

Toppel is Here to Help

At Toppel, we’re in the business of career education, which means that we’re here to support you every step along the way of your career journey. Is it too early to use Toppel?

No! Whether you’re looking to explore your interests or skills, learn about possible career paths, or make connections that will launch your career, Toppel has you covered. 

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How Do We Help?

We’re here to assist in many ways, and one of the main ways is with our highly-trained career coaches.

Don’t know where to start? Stop by anytime Monday – Friday from 10 AM – 4 PM to meet with a career coach in person or via Zoom, with no appointment necessary. When you meet with a coach, you’re able to get assistance with things like resume & cover letter help, finding internships, exploring majors & careers, fine-tuning your LinkedIn profile, and more!

You can also utilize Cane2Cane to connect with alumni or fellow ‘Canes to help build strong connections that will help you grow and succeed in your journey.

Meet with a Career Coach

Are Internships Important?

When it comes to setting yourself up for success after graduation, internships are the key. Internships offer you the ability to gain hands-on experience before your first professional job.

It’s essentially how you’re able to have 2-3 years of experience rigth out of school. There are many ways to find and do internships, but some of the resources we offer are:

  • Job & Internship Feeds: Internships presented to you based on your school or college.
  • Handshake: UM’s online career platform designed specifically for students to find opportunities.
  • Career Fairs and Events: You can find all of our career fairs on Handshake, and find events where you can make connections that can lead to more.

If you need academic credit for your internship, take a look at our Toppel Internship Program. Additionally, if you end up doing an un-paid or underpaid internship, check out our resources for funding.

Want To Learn More?

No matter where you're at in your career journey, it's never too early to start! Just as long as you start somewhere. 

If you want to stay informed about our resources, events, and more career information, then you can take a look at our weekly Toppel Insider Newsletter and follow us on:

You can also connect with your respective career circle, which are industry/academic-focused communities dedicated to guiding you in making educated decisions as you prepare for life after college and explore the ever-changing landscape of careers.

Find Your Career Circle

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  • Pre-Law Student?

    Are you a pre-law student? We have a whole page dedicated to you. Although applying to Law school may be a ways away, you can still check out our pre-law page, which offers a timeline on how you should be preparing for your journey to getting into law.

    Check out Our Pre-Law Page

  • Pre-Health Student?

    If you’re interested in a career in healthcare, dentistry, veterinary medicine, or pharmacy, meet with one of our highly trained coaches. The University offers additional resources through the Office of Pre-Health Advising and Mentoring, including a list of Pre-Health Guidelines and a variety of informational programs. If you are interested in Nursing, Occupational Therapy, Physical Therapy or Public Health, you might also meet with an adviser in the School of Nursing and Health Studies.

  • International Student?

    Finding job & internship opportunities as an international student can be hard. That’s why Interstride is here to help! Interstride is a resource designed for international students so that they have access to valuable information, such as employers who typically hire international students, webinars & courses to help you succeed in your job search, and more! 

    Activate Your Interstride Account

  • Transfer Student?

    If you’re a transfer student, don’t feel like you’re behind! It’s never too late to start, and you can start today. You can meet with one of our career coaches to help you connect your experiences from your transfer school to what you’re doing at UM and how they relate to your overall career goals. They can also help you start planning to get an internship and identify the right timeline to apply for opportunities in your field of interest.

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