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Boston University master’s and professional students can take advantage of career services at many of the University’s schools and colleges, as well as University-wide resources to help you launch in your new profession or to advance in your current one. (Also, check out graduate student professional associations & student groups<\/a>, in our Graduate and Professional Student Life<\/a> section.)<\/p>\n

University-Wide Resources<\/h3>\n

Handshake<\/strong>
\n<\/a> Handshake is BU\u2019s online hub for career resources, including internship and job listings in the U.S. and abroad, career-related events and programs, and employer activities on campus. Additionally, access online resources like Big Interview (for interview prep), VMock (for resume feedback), and much more.<\/p>\n

VMock: Smart Resume Platform<\/a><\/strong>
\nBoston University is partnering with VMock to bring students a new and improved experience of reviewing resumes. VMock is an online tool that will let you upload your resume from wherever you are. Your resume is benchmarked against your peers and evaluated with smart data analytics.<\/span><\/p>\n

CareerShift<\/strong>
\nCareerShift is a digital tool that enhances the job search experience, and is now available to all degree-seeking students at Boston University. With CareerShift, it\u2019s easy to aggregate job databases, keep track of applications, and research prospective employers. You can store custom resumes and cover letters, schedule follow-up reminders, and organize all your correspondence with employers in one place. You can use CareerShift on your mobile devic<\/span>e, too! Master\u2019s and professional students can access CareerShift via\u00a0Handshake<\/a>.<\/span><\/p>\n

Online Graduate Students<\/strong>
\n<\/a>The Center for Career Development supports online degree students\/alumni and to provide access to career resources.<\/p>\n

Career Services<\/h3>\n

Boston University Center for Career Development (CCD)<\/strong>
\n<\/a>The Center for Career Development (CCD) offers many resources available to graduate students, including access to digital career resources, workshops, career fairs and special events to help you reach your career goals. Additionally, your school or college may offer career resources specifically in your field of interest:<\/span><\/p>\n