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Cadet Career Resources

The Office of Career Services provides assistance and resources to all cadets and recent alumni up to one year after graduation.  

Cadets wishing to set-up an appointment with a member of our staff can do so by emailing careerservices@vmi.edu or by visiting our office in 311 Carroll Hall.  


Online Career Resources

Career Services offers several online career resources accessible to cadets 24 hours a day even when classes are out.  If you have questions, stop by our office in 311 Carroll Hall or email us at careerservices@vmi.edu

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聽connects cadets with internships, full-time jobs, career fairs, employer information, and on-post recruiting events. Create and maintain your profile, search for positions, register for events, and engage with employers recruiting VMI talent. For help getting started, visit the .

 helps cadets prepare for internships, jobs, and graduate or professional school. The platform offers AI-enhanced interview training and personalized feedback to strengthen interviewing skills. Through Big Resume, cadets can also create and improve resumes and cover letters through guided content development and AI-powered feedback, enabling them to effectively highlight their qualifications and experience. 

 is an online, self-guided program that identifies your work values, skills, personality preferences, and natural strengths to help you make decisions about your future career goals. Use the access code “keydet” to sign-up. Focus 2 Overview

 is a Career Networking Group for VMI cadets, alumni, faculty, and staff. The purpose of this group is to provide a supportive environment where members can get direction and support, solve problems, post internships, and learn skills to improve their job search and career.


College & Graduate School Planning

  • Four Year Plan for Cadets – Finding the right career choice starts during your first year at VMI. The four-year plan is designed for the VMI cadet so you can make the most of your four years as you prepare for your life s career. The plan will help you assess your accomplishments and determine what your next steps should be.
  • Graduate School Considerations – This guide gives an overview of the graduate school application process, from figuring out your 鈥渨hy鈥 to an application timeline.

Resume Preparation

  • A resume serves as a brief summary of your qualifications and experiences as they relate to the type of job you are seeking. For more information on writing a resume, please see our Resume Writing Guide.
  • Use this checklist to help ensure that your r茅sum茅 is polished, professional, and ready to share: R茅sum茅 Review Checklist
  • Cover Letter Guide – A well-written cover letter will compliment your resume by discussing your interest in the position and the experiences and skills that qualify you to be considered for the position. An employer may not be able to tell why you are interested in a position from your resume alone, so the cover letter enhances your resume while showing why you are interested and why you are a good fit for the position.
  • This R茅sum茅 Guide: Research Experience handout includes information on how to highlight your research experience on your resume.
  • Interested in research and scholarship opportunities? Below are some resources you may find helpful:
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Job Searches, Interviewing & Networking

These resources will help you navigate how to network and interview online, as well as tips on how to update your job search:

  • Job Search Process – This handout is designed to provide insight into the stages of a typical job search process for a graduating senior.  [Excel]

  • Interviewing Guide: From the VMI Office of Career Services, this resource provides tips and steps to take to best prepare for an upcoming interview.
  • : Harvard Business School gives tips on how to prepare for your virtual interviews. 
  • : The Muse offers 20 suggestions on how to prepare for your Google Hangout, Skype, or Zoom interviews.  
  • : VAULT has 11 tips on how to communicate your value during virtual interviews.
  • STAR Guide – Behavioral interview questions ask candidates to share examples of particular situations where they had to use certain skills. This guide will assist you in breaking down your answers so you can best articulate your responses.
  • Thank You Guide – It is important to say thank you to the employers, faculty, alumni, and other networking contacts who have assisted you in your internship, career, or graduate school application process. This guide will show you how to send a professional thank you note or email.

  • LinkedIn Profile Essentials –  can be used to network, build your online reputation, and search for jobs. A LinkedIn Profile includes descriptions of your internship, volunteer, and work experiences, like an online resume. Your LinkedIn Profile will also include information about your skills and education.
  • Preparing for Networking Events – There are several opportunities to network during your cadetship at VMI. Attending a networking event is an excellent way to meet new connections and begin preparing for your job search. We鈥檝e created this guide to give you an idea of what you can do to get the most out of attending a networking event.
  • Job Offer Presentation – This presentation covers how to effectively evaluate, negotiate, accept, and decline a job offer.

Questions? We’re Here to Help

Phone: (540) 464-7560

Career Services

311 Carroll Hall

Mailing Address

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