The College of Journalism and Communications Career Community
Welcome to the College of Journalism and Communications Career Community page. If you are just starting to learn about yourself and career options, preparing for your next steps after The Swamp, or somewhere in between, this page was created for you as a resource for your career development. On this page you will find customized resources specifically for UF CJC students.
These resources include:
- Ways to connect with your CJC Career Coach
- Specialized events to prepare you for your career
- Customized handouts and resources for your professional development
Career Roadmap
CJC Resources
• Office of Careers and Corporate Partnerships – Connect with employers for mentoring, job, and internship opportunities through CJC’s new networking hub.
• Scholarships– Find scholarships and fellowships available for the College of Journalism and Communications
• The Professional Advising and Teaching Hub– Talk to expert advisers who will guide you through your CJC roadmap.
Learn about yourself and Career Options
There’s a world full of careers waiting for you. Learn more about yourself and career paths based on your interests as a CLAS student. These tools below will help you identify skills and experiences to support your career readiness.
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CHOMP
There’s a world full of careers waiting for you. Learn more about yourself and career paths based on your interests as a CJC student. These tools below will help you identify skills and experiences to support your career readiness.
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What Can I Do With This Major?
Whether you are exploring multiple majors or searching for information about your chosen field, this site will help you connect majors to careers.
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Occupational Handbook
The OOH can help you find career information on duties, education and training, pay, and outlook for
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O*Net Online
Has detailed descriptions of the world of work for use by job seekers, workforce development and HR professionals, students, researchers, and more.
Develop Professionally
No matter where you are in the job or internship search process, these customized handouts were created to help you highlight the unique skills and knowledge you have as a CJC student!
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Resumes
Find out how you can effectively communicate your skills, abilities, and achievements.
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Resume Keywords
Use these keywords to help communicate your experiences on your resume.
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Cover Letters
Learn how to introduce your resume and provide context to your experiences!
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Interview Tips
Enhance your interviewing skills with tips to help you prepare for your next steps.
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Learn how to build your network and your brand while connecting with employers.
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Gator CareerLink
Access to internships, job opportunities, online resource library, events, and more.
Build Experience: Jobs and Internships for CALS Students
Build Experience: Hot Journalism and Communications Jobs and Internships
Looking for a job or internship? We have current and relevant opportunities just for you. Click on one of the buttons below to begin your search!
Prepare
The tools below will help you take active steps to transition from where you are to where you want to be.
Salary Negotiation Resources
Financial Tools
Relocation Tools
- CareerOneStop
- Homefair.com
- Apartmentsearch.com
- Move.com
- CityRating.com
- Chamber of Commerce Directory
Organizations
- American Advertising Federation
- National Association of Black Journalists
- National Communication Association
- Public Relations Society of America
- Society of Professional Journalists
Industry Trends
The Age of Insight: Telling Stories with Data
Professional Associations
A professional association is an organization for people who work in the same industry. These organizations provide members with networking and professional development opportunities, continuing education, and job boards. Members can join a committee to advance the interests of their field or engage in advocacy.
CareerOneStop: Business Center
Journalism
Advertising
American Advertising Federation
Association of National Advertisers
Public Relations
Public Relations Society of America
Hispanic Public Relations Association
National Schools Public Relations Association
International Public Relations Association
Telecommunications
Telecommunications Industry Association
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