Use your career goals to chart a path forward. Whether you are looking to deepen your expertise, explore new opportunities, or move into a leadership role, the resources below are designed to support you and your career at Iowa.

Professional Development & Training

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Access tools, training, and resources to build new skills, explore interests, and prepare for your next role.
Get started:

  • Set clear career goals
  • Talk with your supervisor
  • Pick a learning activity
  • Keep developing

Career Advising

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Get personalized guidance to clarify your goals, highlight your strengths, and plan your next move.

Get help with:

  • Refining your resume
  • Exploring new roles
  • Planning moves within the company
  • Building a career strategy

Supervisor Guide to Career Support

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Build trust and motivate your team through career conversations.

Why it matters:

  • Creates a safe space for growth
  • Strengthens team motivation
  • Improves retention
  • Generates actionable insights

Your Networking Guide

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Build your network with confidence.

Learn how to:

  • Clarify your networking goals
  • Identify the right contacts
  • Craft effective outreach messages
  • Practice strong introductions

Identify and Develop Your Skills

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Assess where you are. Find your gaps. Build skills for your next role.

Follow these steps:

  • Identify your technical and interpersonal skills
  • Review job descriptions and performance feedback
  • Compare skills to your target role
  • Find and close the gaps
  • Choose resources to build skills

Tech Tools for Career Growth

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AI-powered guidance + proven frameworks = your personalized career plan.

Explore both:

  • AI coaching (Copilot, LinkedIn)
  • Trusted assessments (CliftonStrengths, O*NET, LinkedIn Learning)