The College of Dentistry Career Community
Welcome to the College of Dentistry Career Community page. This page was created with you in mind to serve as a resource. It does not matter if you are just starting to learn more about yourself and your career options, if you are preparing for your next steps after The Swamp, or if you are somewhere in between. On this page you will find customized resources specifically for UF dental students. These resources include:
These resources include:
- Ways to connect with the Career Connections Center
- Specialized events selected to meet your needs
- Handouts specifically for your professional development
- And much more!
College of Dentistry Resources
- Special Study Programs – Learn about the different opportunities for people who aren’t registered as students to work with the college.
- Continuing Dental Education – Learn how to continue your dental education.
Learn about yourself and Career Options
Learn About Yourself and Career Options!
Occupational Handbook
The OOH can help you find career information on duties, education and training, pay, and outlook for
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 what step you are in the job or internship search process, these resources were created to help you highlight your unique skills and knowledge!
Resumes
Find out how you can effectively communicate your skills, abilities, and achievements.
Resume Keywords
Use these keywords to help communicate your experiences on your resume.
Cover Letters
Learn how to introduce your resume and provide context to your experiences!
Interview Tips
Enhance your interviewing skills with tips to help you prepare for your next steps.
Learn how to build your network and your brand while connecting with employers.
Gator CareerLink
Access to internships, job opportunities, online resource library, events, and more.
More Resources
Build Experience: Hot Jobs and Internships
Looking for a job or internship? We have relevant opportunities just for you. Click on one of the links 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
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.
National Dental Organizations
- Academy of General Dentistry (AGD)
- American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry (AACD)
- American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry (AAPD))
- American Board of Pediatric Dentistry (ABPD)
- American Dental Assistants Association (ADAA)
- American Dental Association (ADA)
- American Dental Education Association (ADEA)
- The American Dental Hygienists’ Association (ADHA)
- American Academy of Periodontology (AAP)
State Dental Organizations