Career resources for online students
The online programs team at Gies Business is redefining traditional methods of providing career support. By helping you leverage the broader Gies and Illinois communities and the incredible peer network within our online programs, we’re fully committed to helping students achieve their career goals no matter where they may be in their journey. Throughout your time with us, you’ll have access to a wide variety of exclusive resources and services.
Questions regarding career resources for iDegree students can be directed to i-support@illinois.edu.
GiesConnect Career Strategy
The Career Strategy Topic on GiesConnect can be used to find job postings, industry connections, and to grow your skills. You can also share relevant career-themed resources—e.g., tools, tutorials, articles, interviews, industry profiles—as well as encouragement, advice, and insight. This topic is ideal for peer-to-peer career support and networking!
GiesConnect, powered by InScribe, is our community platform fostering peer-to-peer connections, while providing community and support throughout your online program. Log into the Gies Student Portal to access GiesConnect and join the conversation in your Gies Online community.
Big Interview
Get hands-on practice with mock interviews tailored to your specific area of interest. Register for free to practice top interview questions and review interview lessons.
VMOCK
Resumes can be the gateway to your next job opportunity, and VMOCK will help you leverage your skills, improve the overall content, and strengthen its overall reach through concrete and actionable feedback! The platform utilizes resume templates to help you edit your resume in a way that will be best for your path. Depending on your career path and experience, not all templates will be applicable.
The VMOCK platform is available to Gies Online current degree-seeking students and Gies Online alumni for one year post-graduation.