Explore Our Programs
Find what majors interest you and best aligns to your career goals. Explore majors, minors online, and attend the Major Fair.
First Years
For students with 0-30 credits. Build the foundation for your college career by completing these initial steps.
Haven't started your first semester yet?
Complete these steps to get started.
Find Your Major & Interests
Discover what interests you and turn your interests into a career.
Plan with an Advisor
Meet with your advisor to develop an academic plan and prepare for future registration.
Attend a Major & Minor Fair
Find what major interests you and best aligns to your career goals. Explore majors, minors online, and attend the Major Fair.
Find Your Interests
Complete the Traitify assessment and discuss your results with a career coach in the Career Resources and Exploration (CRE) office for more ideas.
Build Your Community
Academic Connections
Download the Navigate app for academic connections - find study buddies, make an appointment with your advisor, get reminders about events and to-do's.
Social Connections
Download the RU-N app for community connections - learn about student organizations, get reminders about events, chat with RU-N students.
Get Involved On Campus
Prepare for Your Future
Discover what interests you and turn your interests into a career.
Activate your Rutgers-Newark Handshake Account
Activate your Rutgers-Newark Handshake account for exclusive access to internships, careers, and experiential opportunities. While you’re here, join a first-timers tour at the Career Fair.
Visit the Office of Career Resources and Exploration
Speak with a career counselor about what you can do now to be career-ready. Sign up for the newsletter for more tips and advice on growing your network and finding a job.
Attend a career fair
In your first year, it's a good idea to attend the career fair as an observer. Talk with potential employees and consider what you want (and don't want) in a future employer.
Rate your Career Readiness
Take a look at the skills and competencies employers look for while hiring. Give yourself an honest rating of where you stand and get customized advice for your next steps.