Having an on-campus job is extremely convenient. As a student assistant for Audio Video Technology Services, I am able to create my own schedule and walk to my office in the Library. Being a student assistant comes with many perks, such as early registration and networking opportunities. At web. kennesaw.edu/campusjobs, there is a wide range of student assistant opportunities. Job openings include Department of Student Life lab assistants, VKSU (Volunteer KSU) program assistants and Intramural Sports Officials. Working in these departments is a great way to network and meet people who can help you achieve future goals. Also, chances are that other students will be working alongside you in a student assistant position. My experience has been extremely rewarding due to the fact that I see the other students assistants in my department as friends and not as co-workers. This makes going to work something I look forward to every day.
If you are unable to get a student assistant position, internships are another excellent path to take. To get started, visit careerctr.kennesaw.edu/students/internships-co-op. Internships offer the chance to work in and around your desired field. They also require a resume, which helps build resume-writing skills that can be applied to future job applications. Getting prepared for your future career through resume assistance and interview practice is extremely beneficial and can help set you apart from others in your field. Internships often lead to job opportunities, which in turn often lead to the start of a career. This makes the transition from college to the real world much smoother.
No matter which path you take, on-campus jobs, internships and co-ops are all rewarding in their own way. Jobs in food service or retail can help pay the bills and build up work experience, but they will not pay off in the long run the way an on-campus job will. I am starting my third year as a student assistant and looking back at some of the things I have done, I realize how lucky I am to be involved in my department. On-campus jobs are an incredible resource, and the best part is how easily accessible they are. By simply going to either of the websites mentioned above, you will realize that there are numerous opportunities waiting to be taken. However, thinking that those opportunities will come and find you is a mistake. Putting in the time and effort to find an on-campus job pays off in a big way and shows that you are a dedicated worker. Simply hoping that a job offer will pop up in your inbox is a waste of time that could be better spent getting the most out of your college experience. Start writing a resume, practice interview questions in front of a mirror and try to decide what you want to do after college. Figuring all of that out now and acting upon it will make your future feel much more secure, and you will thank yourself 20 years from now.
