Career-Oriented UMD Fall 2022 Courses

For many students, an effective way to make time for career development is by taking a class for credit. The University Career Center & The President’s Promise offers two 1-credit career courses for undergraduate UMD students: EDCP108i & PSYC123. Both courses are online and asynchronous with key exploratory and career preparation activities. Register for one of the career course options below for Fall 2022! *both courses offered in spring semester, too*

EDCP108i: Academic Transitions to Internships | 1 credit | asynchronous online
provides UMD students the step-by-step process of finding an internship
Check out the EDCP108i pre & post course learning outcomes.

• EDCP108i is a 7-week (half-semester), 1-credit online course recommended for students who have never had an internship and are actively searching for one. Topics include on-campus and off-campus resources to find internships, preparing application materials, making the most of an internship experience, and more.
• Students will have three live interactions in EDCP108i: a resume review, a group meeting with the instructor, and a mock interview.

**Special sections restricted to ARHU, CMNS & CIVICUS students available! All other sections are open to all majors.


PSYC123: The Psychology of Getting Hired | 1 credit | asynchronous online
introduces students to psychological principles involved in the hiring process
Check out the PSYC123 pre & post course learning outcomes.

• PSYC123 is a full semester, 1-credit online course that introduces students to the science behind the hiring process and prepares students with the academic and practical training needed. Topics include assessing your skills, researching employers, building and identifying your network, creating a career plan, and more.
• Students will have two live interactions in PSYC123: a resume review and a mock interview.

Questions about these courses can be addressed to: Erica Ely- Assistant Director, Career Education & Exposure for University Career Center & The President’s Promise at eely@umd.edu