📚 Back to School, Back to Work: August Career Tips for Students & Job Seekers

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As the school year kicks off across Georgia, it’s not just time for new classes and textbooks — it’s also the perfect time to refocus on your career goals. Whether you’re just beginning your college journey, a college student heading into your final semesters or a recent grad exploring your next step, August is a great month to prepare for what’s ahead.

Here are a few smart ways to get ahead this fall:

Start Planning Your Career Fair Strategy
Colleges across Georgia will begin hosting career fairs throughout the fall semester and many Team Georgia agencies will be in attendance. Check your school’s career center calendar, your school’s job and internship portals (ie. Handshake, Symplicity, etc.), and visit our Events page to see where we’ll be this fall.
Update Your Resume with Summer Experience
Add any part-time jobs, volunteer work, or summer programs you participated in over the break. Even short-term experience can make a strong impression on recruiters.
Start Applying for Fall & Spring Internships
Many state agencies are now accepting applications for fall and spring internships across a wide range of fields. Visit our Internships on our careers page to explore open opportunities and upcoming deadlines.

Stay in the Loop

Want to know when we’re coming to your school or town? Be sure to follow Team Georgia Careers on LinkedIn, Facebook, and Instagram for real-time updates, job alerts, event announcements, and helpful career advice.

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The start of the school year is a fresh opportunity to not only grow academically, but also professionally. If public service is something you’re passionate about — whether it’s in IT, communications, finance, health, or public safety — Team Georgia is full of pathways to help you grow. With a little planning, a few updates, and a proactive approach, you can make this semester one that moves your career forward.

Explore new roles, connect with us at events, and discover what it means to build a career that serves Georgia. Start today at careers.georgia.gov.

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