College Experiences That Helped An Admission Counselor At Arizona University Succeed
To prepare for a career in education, Rita gained experience through volunteering and internships, "just to see if that's something I would like to do," shadowing professionals in various roles to discover her passion for counseling. This proactive approach, Rita emphasizes, allowed her to avoid entering a career field she disliked and helped determine their ideal job path.
Career Exploration, Volunteering, Internships, Networking, Mentorship
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Rita Boogusch
Admission counselor
Arizona University
Fresno state university
National university, administration and education, emphasis counseling
Biology & Related Sciences
Education
Education
Scholarship Recipient, Took Out Loans, Transfer Student, Student Athlete, First Generation College Student
Video Highlights
1. Explore volunteer or internship opportunities in your field of interest during undergrad to gain practical experience and confirm career fit.
2. Seek diverse experiences to discover your strengths and passions; it's okay to change career paths.
3. Network and build relationships with professionals in your target field to gain insights and mentorship opportunities.
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**Q12: College Ideas for Success**
What did you do in undergrad to set you up for success in your career?
When I decided I wanted to go into education, I looked for jobs in my department. I wanted to see if there were any internships or volunteer opportunities available to gauge my interest. As we know, many of us get our degrees and try to enter the workforce immediately, but it doesn't always work out.
I tried to find anything I could volunteer for. Because of my coaching background, I asked the schools I was working with if I could volunteer in classrooms or at the front desk. This was to get a sense of the day-to-day workload in those roles and where I might fit in.
This experience helped me realize I wanted to go into counseling. I completed an internship with some high school counselors and observed how they worked with and supported students. I really appreciated that perspective.
That's why I always advise students to explore various job or volunteer opportunities. It's important to see what's out there before committing to a career you might not enjoy. While any experience is valuable, doing this during undergrad sets you up to know what kind of field you'd like to enter and, hopefully, find a suitable job within it.
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