Make an Appointment

Students work on a resume together

Get quick answers to general questions about resumes, cover letters, Handshake, or on-campus jobs in 15 minutes or less!

 

Stop by SUB I, Room 3400 during drop-in hours, no appointment necessary.

 

Drop-in hours are Monday-Friday, 1-3 pm

We offer phone, video, and in-person appointments.

How to make an appointment

Making an appointment with University Career Services is easy. Students and recent graduates can log in to Handshake to request an appointment. 

Steps to request an appointment through Handshake:

  1. Log in to Handshake with your NetID and password.
  2. Click on "Career Center" (click on your profile first if using the Handshake app).
  3. Select “Appointments."
  4. Choose an appointment type and time that works best for you.

If you are unable to log in to Handshake, call us at 703-993-2370. If you are an alum who graduated from George Mason University prior to 2018, complete this form to have a Handshake account created for you. 

Students in these schools should contact their school-specific career services offices for appointment information:

When are appointments available? 

  • Monday through Friday, 9 am - 5 pm
  • Sunday through Thursday, 7 - 11 pm

What to talk about in an appointment? 

  • Choosing a major or career
  • Finding an internship
  • Searching for a job
  • Preparing for graduate school
  • Preparing for an interview
  • Salary negotiation
  • Identifying employers committed to diversity and inclusion
  • Any other career-related questions you have

Need to get a resume or cover letter reviewed? 

No need to make an appointment for that!
Get quick answers to general questions about resumes, cover letters, Handshake, or on-campus jobs in 15 minutes or less! Stop by SUB I, Room 3400 during drop-in hours, no appointment necessary. Drop-in hours are Monday-Friday, 1-3 pm.

Appointment policies

Accommodations

Please let us know if you need accommodations by contacting us at 703-993-2370 or careers@gmu.edu. We will either make the necessary arrangements or direct you to the best office for support in making the accommodations.

Alumni appointments

Individual career advising appointments are available to George Mason University alumni free of charge. Alumni are limited to six appointments within a 12 month period. 

Late arrivals

A grace period of 15 minutes from the start of the scheduled appointment time will be allowed for late arrivals. Appointments that start late will still end at the originally scheduled time. Students/alums who arrive/login for an appointment more than 15 minutes late will not be seen that day, and will need to reschedule. 

No shows or same day cancellations

Missing an appointment without providing University Career Services sufficient notice prevents other Mason students and alumni from meeting with us at that time. You can cancel or reschedule your appointment through Handshake or by contacting us at 703-993-2370.