Sometimes it's difficult figuring out what services are available and who to talk to on such a large campus! The Career Center is dedicated to quality customer service, and we are always happy to help you find what you need. You may want to take a look at some of our frequently asked questions:
What does the Career Center do?
The Career Center is your one-stop shop for information about choosing the major that's right for you, creating your resume, preparing for interviews, and finding jobs and internships. Read more about services.
Can I talk to someone IN PERSON about my career-related questions or choosing a major?
For information on office hours click hereWhere can I find SJSU's openings for staff positions?
or call us at (408) 924-6031
The Human Resources Department handles staff and faculty positions for San Jose State University.Who should I talk to about which classes to take?
Your academic advisor can recommend appropriate courses for your major and career goals. To find out who your academic advisor is, visit the website of your current academic program.
If you are undeclared, see a GE advisor regarding your GE requirements. While the Career Center cannot recommend classes you should take, we are glad to help you decide on a major or career goal. Stop by the Career Center, or check out our resources on the web, including Self-Assessment, What Can I Do with My Major?, and Career Resources.
What if I'm not a current student?
Individuals not affiliated with San Jose State University may purchase Career Center services for a $50 annual fee. Read more about eligibility.
How do I choose a major?
The Career Center offers several assessment and interest tests you can take to begin to explore which majors interest you and how they correspond to professions.
One of our career consultants can work with you to interpret your scores. Read more about career planning.
Should I do an internship or a co-op?
Some academic departments on campus require students to complete an internship or co-op to graduate.
Even if you're major doesn't require you have an internship, consider that the best way to find out if you like a particular field is to get hands-on experience in that field.
Internships and co-ops are wonderful activities to list on your resume. Read more about internships and co-ops.
What can I do with my major?
The Career Center has resources for you to explore the career paths available to specific majors.
We have a series of major sheets that give overviews of different fields, including the core skills needed to succeed in the profession, typical salary ranges and success stories of SJSU graduates.
Read more about major exploration resources.
How do I choose the best grad school?
Graduate school is a significant commitment and investment of your time, energy and finances.
Get an overview of some of the issues you should consider when you're searching for the graduate program that's right for you. Read more about graduate school resources.
How do I land the perfect job?
Finding a job always depends on the general economic health of the nation's economy and the specific conditions within given industries.
Your job search is likely to be more successful if you have a plan that starts with knowing yourself and what interests you. The Career Center can help you begin to identify your interests and matching career possibilities.
There are other activities you can pursue, such as internships and networking, to support your job search. Read more about the job search process.
SpartaJOBS FAQs
SpartaJOBS Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) are instructions and tips on how to access, navigate, and get the most out of SpartaJOBS.
If you cannot find the answers to your questions here, please call (408) 924-6031.
What kinds of job listings will I find on SpartaJOBS?
SpartaJOBS offers a variety of job listings, including on- and off-campus positions, work-study, full-time, part-time, and internship positions.
Why can't I log on to SpartaJOBS?
If you're a student, check that you're using your new university ID number that's on the back of your Tower Card for BOTH your username and password.
If you are an alum or community member, you should use either your Social Security number or your Career Center ID number for your username and password.
If you customized your password and can't remember it, click the Forgot Password tab on the sign-in page and your password will be emailed to you.
If you're not a currently enrolled SJSU student, you won't be able to log in. However, you may contact the Career Center, (408) 924-6031 if you need additional assistance. Read more about eligibility.
Why should I register with the Career Center?
Career Center members are the first to receive updates and news about Career Center events and also receive access to job and internship opportunities exclusively for SJSU students.
Members may post five resumes online and our new online system automatically tracks every resume you send.
Additionally, employers who are registered with the Career Center have the option of reviewing resumes that are featured in our resume database. There's a good chance they may contact you about possible opportunities.
Why should I post my resume online?
top of pageKeeping current versions of your resume online allow you to apply for opportunities with the click of your mouse.
Employers are also able to view your resume when they do searches for suitable candidates within the database.
Career Center staff also refers student resumes in the database based on employers' requests.
We can guarantee your resume won't be referred if it's not online.
How do I access & navigate SpartaJOBS?
If you cannot easily access the Internet, come use the Career Center's
Career Resource Lab's computers.
Instructions for first-time users:
- Log on to SpartaJOBS
- Click Sign In link (top left corner of the home page).
- Click the Career Center Sign In button.
- Current students must use the number that's on the back of your new Tower Card for BOTH your username and password.
- Click the go button. Go to step 8.
- Alumni and others must use either a Social Security or Career Center ID number for BOTH your username and password.
- Click the go button.
- Complete the profile form and click the submit button.
Congratulations! You're now registered with the Career Center.
After you create your profile:
- Go to www.careercenter.sjsu.edu
- Click the Sign In link (top left corner of the home page).
- Click the Career Center Sign In button.
- Type your username and password in the username and password fields.
- Click the submit button.
Note: To make more than one selection in a list,
hold down the control key (Windows) or command key (Mac) on your keyboard
while selecting the desired items.
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Searching SpartaJOBS
Do the following to maximize your job searches:
To access job and internship listings, click "job postings" in the header bar.
Click "Advanced Search" to create specific criteria for your job and internship search.
- Try doing different key word searches.
For example, some listings may be found by using keyword, "writer" while another can be found by using "writing" instead.
- Be flexible in selecting "Majors/Concentrations."
For instance, if you are a computer engineering, computer science or MIS major, select "Computer & Information Science."
- Within the "Position Type" menu:
Choose multiple options. For example, include "Co-op," "Internship," and all other types of employment that interest you.
- Within the "Location" menu:
Keep in mind that different regions of the country may have more job opportunities than others. A willingness to relocate to find work may give you an advantage over other candidates.
- Within the "Job Category" menu:
Select as many industries as possible.
Check out Job Search Tips for ways to maximize your job search outside of SpartaJOBS.
FAQs for Parents
Here you'll find answers to many frequently asked questions and links to valuable information to assist both you and your college-bound children through their academic journey.
What does the Career Center do?
Whether students need a part-time job or a full-time career, help choosing a major or choosing a profession, the Career Center has resources for them.
Where can my student look for jobs?
The Career Center brings students a variety of job opportunities.
On-campus positions, internships, part-time positions, and entry-level career opportunities can all be found on-line with a valid university ID number on SpartaJOBS. Read more about SpartaJOBS. (Please link to the SpartaJOBS Sign-In Page.)
Where can I find out more about my student's major?
Helping your student determine the right career path requires a lot of patience.
According to the SJSU Student Outreach and Recruitment Office, over 70% of all students change from one major to another while attending college.
The Career Center has created several resource sheets tailored to SJSU majors. Read more about major exploration resources.
How can my student learn more from professionals in the field?
The Career Center's Professional Network program makes it easy for students to find alumni in any field of interest!
Where can I find salary information?
top of pageThe Career Center has compiled several salary resources to educate your student about salary options for specific careers or industries. Read more about salary offers.
