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The dean’s office and your academic department offer Allied Health Career Services each semester. Check out the items below and learn more by contacting the Office of Academic and Student Affairs at ahinfo@ouhsc.edu or 405-271-6588 to learn more.  Numerous career pathways are available for students graduating in an allied health field. Degree pathways at the OU Health Sciences College of Allied Health include:

• CPMA: Combined Program for the Master of Arts in Dietetics
• MIRS: Medical Imaging and Radiation Sciences (includes sonography, radiation therapy, nuclear medicine, and radiography)
• SLP: Speech-Language Pathology
• AUD: Audiology
• OT: Occupational Therapy
• PT:  Physical Therapy

Your career services in Allied Health include:

Resume and Curriculum Vitae (CV) Workshops:

• Workshops on creating compelling resumes and CVs tailored to specific health professions. (RS, SLP, CPMA, MIRS)
• One-on-one sessions to review and refine resumes, CVs, or job application documents. (MIRS)

Job Search Assistance:

• Access to job listings and databases specific to health professions, public health professionals, or allied health-focused bio-scientists. (SLP, AUD, MIRS)
• Assistance with job search strategies and networking opportunities including support to attend conferences, regional or national professional or scientific meetings where employers recruit. (CPMA, MIRS)

Interview Preparation:

• Mock interviews with feedback tailored to health professions job candidates. (CPMA)
• Tips and strategies for navigating interviews, including situational, case-based, and behavioral questions. (RS, SLP, CPMA, MIRS)

Networking Opportunities (Local/ State/ Regional):

• Facilitating mentor-mentee relationships with experienced practitioners; working with the Oklahoma Center for Mentoring Excellence to connect mentees and mentors. (SLP)
• Facilitating shadowing opportunities to introduce near-graduates to specific government, not-for-profit, or private sector organizations in the city, state or region. (CPMA)

Career Development Workshops and Seminars:

• Career development workshops that address professional etiquette, communication skills, and work-life balance. (RS, SLP, CPMA, MIRS)
• Seminars on current trends and emerging opportunities in health professions. (RS, SLP, CPMA, MIRS)

Additional Career Resources:

• Professional Development Funding through Grants or scholarships for attending conferences, workshops, and additional training. (MIRS)
• Online Career Resources: Access to online career platforms and resources tailored to health professions (OU Online has developed a career page for OU students in OU Online programs – see career center OU Online here: https://career.online.ou.edu/); (SLP, AUD,
• LinkedIn Learning curated content for students from the Health Sciences (CPMA)

Specific career services tailored to your field of study are available through your academic department. Ask your advisor, mentor, or the College of Allied Health Student Affairs office for more information. A few opportunities, by career area, include:

Career Counseling (from your academic department):

• Personalized career counseling sessions to discuss career paths, goals, and strategies. (SLP, CPMA, MIRS)
• Guidance on selecting further training programs (certificate (such as the OU Graduate College’s clinical and translational research Certificate or Master’s degree program), master's, and doctoral education opportunities) based on your career objectives. (PT, OT, CPMA, MIRS)

Physical Therapist | Occupational Therapist:

• Assistance with state licensure exams (NPTE, NBCOT).
• Internship and job placement assistance in hospitals, rehabilitation centers, and private practices.
• Continuing education resources and specialty certifications.

Radiological Sciences:

• Information on radiologic technologist certification and licensure.
• Internship and job placement assistance in hospitals and imaging centers.
• Continuing education resources for advanced imaging techniques.

Nutrition Sciences | Dietetics:

• Guidance on becoming a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN).
• Internship and job placement assistance in hospitals, community health, and private practice.
• Information or continuing education for advanced certifications (e.g., CDE, CNS).

Communication Sciences and Disorders (Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology):

• Guidance on licensure and certification for speech-language pathologists and audiologists.
• Internship and job placement assistance in schools, hospitals, private practices, and rehabilitation centers.
• Information on clinical fellowship opportunities and continuing education resources.

Contact the Office of Academic and Student Affairs at ahinfo@ouhsc.edu or 405-271-6588 to learn more!

Career Services at the OU College of Dentistry: The College of Dentistry Student Affairs Office provides students with resources and workshops to help students explore career opportunities and prepare them to apply for residency. Contact us at dentistry-studentaffairs@ouhsc.edu or 405-271-5444 to get more information. 

In addition to the DDS and DH degree, students can specialize in 12 dental specialties recognized by the National Commission which can be found here.

Dual Degree Option: DDS/MBA

The following career services are offered:

Resume and Curriculum Vitae (CV) Assistance:

• CV and personal statement workshops
• One-on-one sessions with the Student Affairs Dean to review and refine CVs, available by appointment
• Dental Hygiene resume and CV assistance in class with course director

Career Exploration:

• Panel with all program directors for first-year dental students to learn about all specialties offered
• Access to specialty-specific departmental program directors
• Access to specialty-specific departmental research faculty
• Reichmann Honors Society for OMS-specific interest
• Mathewson Robertson Pediatrics Honor Program for Pediatric specific interest

Interview Preparation:

• Mock interviews with feedback tailored to specialty
• Tips and strategies for navigating interviews, including situational, case-based, and behavioral questions

Networking Opportunities:

• Facilitating relationships with experienced practitioners
• Partnering with the Oklahoma Dental Association and Oklahoma Dental Hygiene Association mentor-mentee program
• Facilitating externship opportunities with specific specialties

Workshops and Lunch and Learns:

• ADA Success Seminars with varying topics that address communication skills, work-life balance, and seminars on current trends and emerging opportunities in dentistry

Job Search Assistance:

• Career Fair that includes private practices, corporate offices, military, public health, and FQHCs
• Access to job listings and databases specific to DDS and DH professions https://dentistry.ouhsc.edu/About/Career-Opportunities/Community-Job-Board
• Assistance with job search strategies and networking opportunities through Lunch and Learns

Additional Career Resources:

• Professional development funding through the Student Research Program
• Access to alumni networks for mentorship and job shadowing

Contact us at dentistry-studentaffairs@ouhsc.edu or 405-271-5444 to learn more!

Graduate College Career Services include many opportunities throughout the calendar year. Check out the items below, or go to: https://graduate.ouhsc.edu/Career-Development. To learn more contact Graduate College Student Affairs at gradcollege@ouhsc.edu and 405-271-2085 to connect!

• Career Counseling:
  • Guidance on selecting further training programs (such as the Graduate College’s Clinical and Translational Science Certificate or Masters) based on career objectives.

• Resume and Curriculum Vitae (CV) Workshops:
  • Workshops on creating compelling resumes and CVs tailored to your biomedical or health sciences career path.

• Job Search Assistance:
  • Access to job listings and databases specific to careers in the biomedical sciences and research.
  • Assistance with job search strategies and networking opportunities including support to attend conferences, regional or national professional or scientific meetings where employers recruit.

• Interview Preparation:
  • Tips and strategies for successfully navigating interviews, including situational, case-based, and behavioral questions.

• Networking Opportunities (Local/ State/ Regional):
  • Organizing networking events with alumni and professionals in the field.
  • Facilitating mentor-mentee relationships with experienced practitioners; working with the Oklahoma Center for Mentoring Excellence to connect mentees and mentors.
  • Facilitating shadowing opportunities to introduce near-graduates to specific government, not-for-profit, or private sector organizations in the city, state or region.

• Career Development Workshops and Seminars:
  • Career development workshops on topics like professional etiquette, communication skills, and work-life balance.
  • Seminars on current trends and emerging opportunities in biomedical sciences and related clinical research fields, and health professions.

• Additional Career Resources:
  • Professional Development Funding such as Grants or scholarships for attending conferences, workshops, and additional training.
  • Alumni Networks: Access to alumni networks for mentorship, job shadowing, and informational interviews.
  • Online Career Resources: Access to online career platforms and resources tailored to the biomedical sciences and clinical and translational research.
  • Online Virtual job fairs or webinars on career development topics.
  • Entrepreneurship Support: Resources and workshops for early career scientists interested in starting their own practice or business.

Academic Programs Career Services for Master’s and Doctoral students include:

• Preparing Future Faculty – teaching skill development and mentored experience for graduate students interested in academic careers
• Workshops on grant writing, publishing, and presenting research (such as the GREAT Symposium).
• Networking with research institutions, biotech companies, and academic societies.
• Subscription to beyondprof.com: career development platform with content to help navigate both academic and non-academic career paths-opportunities & processes for each, online job training, showcasing postgraduate opportunities through Career Spotlights/Interview Library, access to webinars and events, annual Career Fair.
• Access to a new Microcredential in Interdisciplinary Training and Education (MITE).  Graduate students & trainees will qualify based on participation in monthly Career & Professional Development seminar series & workshops as well as the annual Graduate Research Education and Technology Symposium as a competitive presenter in the oral, poster, or Flash Talk sessions, or as participants in Interprofessional Education-related events.
• MS or Certificate students in Clinical and Translational Sciences
• Preparing Future Faculty Program to develop a teaching portfolio
• all graduate students are also eligible to receive transcript notation in Interdisciplinary Training by meeting the interdisciplinary notation criteria.

Contact the Graduate College Office of Student Affairs at gradcollege@ouhsc.edu or 405-271-2085 to learn more!

Career Services at the OU College of Medicine: The College of Medicine provides students with online resources and workshops to help students explore career opportunities and prepare to apply for residency.  Check out the items below to learn more or go to: College of Medicine - Oklahoma City Career Advising Resources: https://medicine.ouhsc.edu/current-learners/md-program-okc/career-advising

• Resume and Curriculum Vitae (CV) Assistance:
  • CV and Personal Statement Workshops: Part of the Guide to the Match Series
  • One-on-one sessions with Learning Community mentors and Student Affairs Deans to review and refine CVs, available by appointment
• Career Exploration and Resume Building
  • Learning Community curriculum and mentors provide general professional development advice and resources
  • Specialty Guides provide specialty-specific resume-building and residency application advice: https://medicine.ouhsc.edu/current-learners/md-program-okc/career-advising/specialty-guides 
  • Access to Specialty-specific Departmental Career Advising Faculty Contacts
  • Access to Specialty-specific Departmental Research Faculty Contacts
  • Opportunities for involvement and leadership in specialty-specific Student Interest Groups
• Interview Preparation:
  • Mock interviews with feedback tailored to residency applicants.  
  • Tips and strategies for successfully navigating interviews, including situational, case-based, and behavioral questions. Students can schedule appointments with Student Affairs through the Dean’s Office.
• Networking Opportunities (Local/ State/ Regional):
  • Facilitating mentor-mentee relationships with experienced practitioners
  • Partnering with the Oklahoma Center for Mentoring Excellence to connect mentees and mentors.   
• Career Development Workshops and Seminars:
  • Career development workshops and Learning Community activities that teach you skills for professional etiquette, communication, and planning for work-life balance.
• Additional Career Resources:
  • Student Research Travel Grants to present research at regional or national conferences.

• Online Career Resources: In addition to the resources on the COM Career Advising website, College of Medicine Students have access to the AAMC’s extensive Careers in Medicine resources (requires AAMC login): https://careersinmedicine.aamc.org/ 

Academic Program Career Development Resources include:

• Residency application support and resources, including assistance navigating the ERAS and other application platforms, NRMP Match, San Francisco Match, AUA Match, and Military Match.
• Elective and visiting student opportunities and information on various medical specialties and subspecialties.

For more information, contact the OKC COM Student Affairs Office by emailing COMStudentAffairs@ouhsc.edu or calling (405) 271-2316.

The Fran and Earl Ziegler College of Nursing provides professional development, networking, and career service opportunities each semester. Check out the items below and learn more by contacting the College of Nursing Student Affairs Team at nursing@ouhsc.edu or 405-271-1491. 

Webpage: https://www.ouhsc.edu/academicaffairs/Career-Services

Career Services at the Fran and Earl Ziegler College of Nursing include many opportunities throughout the calendar year. To get started, check out the information here, or go to: https://students.ouhsc.edu/Services/Professional-Services.

• Job Search Assistance:
  • Access to job listings and databases specific to careers in nursing.
  • Assistance with job search strategies and networking opportunities including support to attend conferences, regional or national professional or scientific meetings where employers recruit.

• Networking Opportunities (Local/ State/ Regional):
  • Organizing networking events with nursing alumni and professionals in the field.

• Career Development Workshops and Seminars:
  • Career development workshop topics include professional etiquette, communication skills, and work-life balance.
  • Seminars on current trends and emerging opportunities in nursing fields, and the health professions and sciences.

• Additional Career Resources:
  • Professional Development Funding such as Grants or scholarships for attending conferences, workshops, and additional training.
  • Licensing and certification guidance (NCLEX +).
  • Information on nursing residencies and fellowships.
  • Internship and job placement assistance in hospitals in various healthcare settings
  • Workshops on navigating different nursing specialties.
  • Alumni Networks: Access to alumni networks for mentorship, job shadowing, and informational interviews.
  • Online Career Resources: Access online career platforms and resources for OU students in OU Online programs – see the OU Online career center here: https://career.online.ou.edu/

To learn more about career resources at the Fran and Earl Ziegler College of Nursing see:

https://www.liquidcompass.com/ouhsc

https://students.ouhsc.edu/Services/Professional-Services

https://www.ou.edu/tulsastudentaffairs/career-services

https://www.ou.edu/career

Pharmacy Career Services includes many opportunities each semester. Check out the items below and learn more by contacting the Office of Pharmacy Student Affairs at OUPharmD@ouhsc.edu and 405-271-6598 to learn more!

• Resume and Curriculum Vitae (CV) Workshops:
  • Workshops on creating compelling resumes and CVs tailored to your career path.
  • One-on-one sessions to review and refine resumes, CVs, or job application documents.

• Job Search Assistance:
  • Access to job listings and databases specific to careers in the profession of pharmacy.
  • Assistance with job search strategies and networking opportunities including support to attend conferences, regional or national professional or scientific meetings where employers recruit.

• Interview Preparation:
  • Mock interviews with feedback tailored to pharmacist job candidates.
  • Tips and strategies for successfully navigating interviews, including situational, case-based, and behavioral questions.

• Networking Opportunities (Local/ State/ Regional):
  • Organizing networking events with alumni and professionals in the field.
  • Facilitating shadowing opportunities to introduce near-graduates to specific government, not-for-profit, or private sector organizations in the city, state or region.

• Career Development Workshops and Seminars:
  • Career development workshops on topics like professional etiquette, communication skills, and work-life balance.
  • Seminars on current trends and emerging opportunities in the profession of pharmacy.

• Additional Career Resources:
  • Professional Development Funding such as Grants or scholarships for attending conferences, workshops, and additional training.
  • Online Career Resources: Access to online career platforms and resources tailored to the profession of pharmacy.
  • Online Virtual job fairs or webinars on career development topics.
  • Entrepreneurship Support: Resources and workshops for pharmacy students interested in starting their own practice or business.

Academic Programs Career Services include:

• Pharmacist Licensure and post-graduate opportunities
  • Guidance on licensure exams (NAPLEX).
  • Information on pharmacy residency and fellowship programs
• Pharmaceutical Sciences and Pharmacy Administration Research
  • Preparing Future Faculty – teaching skill development and mentored experience for graduate students interested in academic careers
  • Independent study offerings for research training in pharmacy

Contact the Office of Pharmacy Student Affairs at OUPharmD@ouhsc.edu or 405-271-6598 to learn more!

Hudson College of Public Health Career Services include many opportunities each semester. Check out the items below and learn more by contacting the College of Public Health Student Affairs office at hcoph@ouhsc.edu and 405-271-2308 to learn more!

• Career Counseling from your academic department
  • Personalized career counseling sessions to discuss career paths, goals, and strategies.
  • Guidance on selecting further training programs (such as the Graduate college’s clinical and translational research certificate or Masters), or other certificate, master's, doctoral opportunities) based on your career objectives.

• Resume and Curriculum Vitae (CV) Workshops:
  • Workshops on creating compelling resumes, or a curriculum vitae, tailored to your career path are offered annually for the entire college student body.

• Job Search Assistance:
  • Access to job listings and databases specific to careers in public health and the health professions, specific public health fields, or public health and the bio-sciences.
  • Assistance with job search strategies and networking opportunities including support to attend conferences, regional or national professional or scientific meetings where employers recruit.

• Interview Preparation:
  • Mock interviews with feedback tailored to public health and health professions job candidates. Mock interview opportunities are offered annually for the entire college student body to help you prepare for the job market.

• Networking Opportunities (Local/ State/ Regional):
  • Organizing networking events with alumni and professionals in the field.
  • Facilitating mentor-mentee relationships with experienced practitioners; working with the Oklahoma Center for Mentoring Excellence to connect mentees and mentors.

• Career Development Workshops and Seminars:
  • Career development workshops on topics like professional etiquette, communication skills, and work-life balance.

• Additional Career Resources:
  • Professional Development Funding such as Grants or scholarships for attending conferences, workshops, and additional training. Learn more about what your academic program may specifically offer by speaking with your advisor or mentor!
  • Alumni Networks: Access to alumni networks for mentorship, job shadowing, and informational interviews. Alumni networking events are hosted by the college for the entire student body to meet and interact with Alumni.
  • Online Career Resources: Access to online career platforms and resources tailored to the public health fields.
  • Online Virtual job fairs or webinars on career development topics.

Academic Programs Career Services include:

Health Care Administration in Public Health | Masters Environmental Health

• Career counseling focused on public health roles and government positions.
• Networking events with public health organizations and NGOs.
• Internships and job placement assistance in various healthcare or industry settings
• Information on certification programs (e.g., CPH, REHS).

Biostatistics and Epidemiology:

• Guidance on job placement opportunities in academia, government, and industry.
• Workshops on statistical software and data analysis skills.
• Networking with research institutions and public health agencies.
• Internships and job placement assistance in various healthcare, academic, industry, or relevant other employing organization settings

Contact the Hudson College of Public Health Office of Student Affairs at hcoph@ouhsc.edu or 405-271-2308 to learn more!