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Dominican’s graduate programs are committed to fieldwork. While the type of fieldwork you will be doing will look different depending on your course of study (internship, practicum, fieldwork, student teaching, clinicals, etc.), getting involved in your field is both an exciting and important part of your education. The La Vida team is here to help all students, in any of our graduate programs, as you prepare for and embark upon your fieldwork experience; leveraging your learning for post-graduate success. Services can include support before, during, and after your fieldwork in the following ways:
Before fieldwork: Support with finding your fieldwork site that includes identifying your strengths, crafting a resume, perfecting your cover letter, and interviewing assistance.
During fieldwork: Support during your fieldwork including understanding professionalism and what that looks like in your field, how to get the most out of your experience, and how to connect your fieldwork experiences with classroom learning.
After fieldwork: Support with leveraging your fieldwork experience to find a job. Updating your resume and cover letters, job search strategies, organizing your search, interviewing, and evaluating offers.
Services include presenting in workshops in your academic programs as well as individual 1:1 support as needed.
PREPARING FOR FIELDWORK
PREPARING FOR FIELDWORK
It's important for you as a graduate student to prepare for fieldwork because it allows you to apply your theoretical knowledge to real-world situations, deepening your understanding and competence in your field. By preparing properly, you ensure that you are equipped with essential professional skills such as effective communication, adaptability, and problem-solving abilities. Successful fieldwork requires you to navigate unexpected challenges, collaborate with diverse teams, and manage time and resources efficiently. These skills are not only critical for completing your fieldwork projects successfully but are also highly valued by employers, as they show your readiness to tackle complex professional tasks and contribute meaningfully to your chosen field.
It's important for you as a graduate student to prepare for fieldwork because it allows you to apply your theoretical knowledge to real-world situations, deepening your understanding and competence in your field. By preparing properly, you ensure that you are equipped with essential professional skills such as effective communication, adaptability, and problem-solving abilities. Successful fieldwork requires you to navigate unexpected challenges, collaborate with diverse teams, and manage time and resources efficiently. These skills are not only critical for completing your fieldwork projects successfully but are also highly valued by employers, as they show your readiness to tackle complex professional tasks and contribute meaningfully to your chosen field.
For more information contact: Courtney Budesa Community Fieldwork Fellow
(415) 485-3226 courtney.budesa@dominican.edu
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