Choosing a Major/Career - Career Counseling
Planning your future career is an exciting and important step. At NEIU, Career Development is here to help you make confident, informed decisions about your major and career path.
Career counseling gives you the tools to better understand yourself — your strengths, talents, interests, values, and cultural perspectives — and how they shape your career journey. Together, we’ll explore questions like:
- What unique strengths and talents will you bring to your career?
- What motivates you and aligns with your work values?
- How does your personality influence your career decision-making?
With a Career Advisor, you will:
- Explore & Assess – Identify your strengths, interests, and skills.
- Discover Options – Research career paths and opportunities that fit you.
- Evaluate & Focus – Narrow your choices and set clear goals.
- Decide & Commit – Make informed choices about your major and career direction.
- Prepare & Plan – Build experience through internships and opportunities that prepare you for the future.
Schedule a Meeting with a Career Advisor
You can schedule an in-person or virtual appointment with a Career Development staff member through your Handshake account! Log into your account by going to and enter your NEIUport credentials and NEIU email address.
If you have any issues, please contact us at (773) 442-4680 or ocs@neiu.edu.
Career Development is located in Room B 119 and is open Monday through Friday from 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m.