Resources for Parents and supporters

Emporia State University Career Services compiles and reports annual career outcomes data on our graduates.  For the 2018-2019 graduating class, Emporia State achieved a 96% career outcomes rate with a knowledge rate of 68%.  Click here to learn more fast facts about our graduates and their NEXT STEPS:  https://www.emporia.edu/alumni-careers/career-services/career-outcomes/ 

All student jobs (on- and off-campus) and internships are available through your Handshake account. To find a job, simply log into your Handshake account using your ESU username and password.  Once inside, jobs can be sorted or filtered on a variety of criteria. 

Click HERE to view our super easy video tutorial on applying for part-time jobs in Handshake.

For on-campus jobs, be sure to download, save, then complete the ESU Student Employment Application, save it again, and upload it to your profile as an "other" document. The ESU Student Employment Application is located in the Career Center – Resources section of Handshake. Some jobs may require you to upload additional documents such as a resume and class schedule, or to pick up a packet in that office, so be sure to read the job description for additional application information/processes. 

Click here for instructions for searching and applying for jobs in Handshake, or contact Career Services at 620-341-5407 or career@emporia.edu with any questions. Some operating systems act differently with fillable PDF's so, if it clears during upload, please contact the ESU helpdesk at 620-341-5555 for solutions.

The novelty and excitement of freshman year has come and gone, and now many students find themselves faced with increased academic pressure combined with a decrease in motivation. This common phase of collegiate life is often referred to as the "Sophomore Slump". Click HERE to learn how you can help!

Whether you have several majors that interest you, and need help narrowing your focus, or have no idea where to even start, taking a career assessment can be a great way to learn more about yourself and areas of interest to you. All career assessments are FREE to ESU students. 

Focus 2

Interested in learning about occupations and majors that align with your work and leisure interests, skills, personality, and values? You can take the Focus 2 now, and receive your results instantly. Log in to your Handshake account, and click Career Center > Resources to access the Focus 2 Career Assessment. 

Myers-Briggs Type Indicator (MBTI)

The MBTI is for students who may wish to gain insight into their preferences for type of work, communication style, work environment, potential stressors, and areas of strength. While the MBTI can be completed online, a "Testing" appointment must be scheduled with a Career Counselor to receive and interpret results. 

Career Thoughts Inventory (CTI)

The CTI can be helpful in identifying areas of decision-making confusion, commitment anxiety, and external sources of conflict. This is a paper-and-pencil assessment, and requires a Career Counseling appointment to administer and interpret. 

Check back for a list of Frequently Asked Questions!