Career Drop-in Advising
Aug. 24 - Dec. 18, 2026
New hours this fall!
11 a.m. – 1: p.m., and 2 – 4 p.m., Mon.– Fri.
This service is open to all eligible persons regardless of race, color, or national origin. Reasonable accommodations are available upon request, please contact careercenter@illinois.edu.
What is Career Drop-in Advising (CDA)?
During Career Drop-in Advising (CDA), students meet one-on-one with a professional Career Coach for 10–15 minutes to quickly discuss career-related questions, such as searching for jobs or internships, reviewing a resume, CV, cover letter, or LinkedIn profile, exploring career paths, preparing for interviews, evaluating job offers, negotiating salary, and almost anything else career-focused.*
Career Drop-in Advising: No Appointment Necessary!
Visit The Career Center Monday through Friday between 11 a.m.–1 p.m. or 2–4 p.m. Check in at the front desk to meet one-on-one with our Career Drop-in Advising Career Coach.
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Who will I meet during Career Drop-in Advising?
You'll meet privately, one-on-one, with a professionally trained Career Coach who has experience supporting students of all majors and class levels. Our Career Coach provides personalized guidance to help you make the most of your 10–15-minute drop-in visit and leave with clear next steps.*
You do not need to bring anything specific. If it will be helpful, you may wish to bring a notebook or laptop to take notes. If you'd like feedback on a document, such as a resume, CV, or cover letter, you can bring it with you or have it available on your tablet or laptop.
Our Career Coach will assist you with any career-related concerns by connecting you to relevant resources and accurate information. During these 10-15 minute appointments, you might learn about resources for finding an internship, strategies for choosing a major, or tips for an upcoming interview.*
We offer virtual Career Coaching advising meetings by appointment. See our Career Coaching page for more details and to schedule an appointment with an advisor.
Confidentiality Statement
*The Career Center is not a confidential resource. If you disclose contemplating harm to self or others or past experiences of harm (such as...but not limited to... self-harm, suicide ideation/threat, harassment, sexual assault, dating/domestic violence, etc.), our staff must follow university reporting guidelines and procedures.
If you would like to speak to a confidential resource, here is a list of confidential resources for you to utilize:
- Confidential Advisors @ WRC: (217) 333-3137
- University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign Counseling Center: (217) 333-3704
- McKinley Health Center: (217) 333-2705
- Rape Advocacy, Counseling, & Education Services (R.A.C.E.S.): (217) 384-4444
- Courage Connection (Domestic Violence): (217) 384-4390