Career Exploration at KSU with Steppingblocks

As a Kennesaw State University student, and even after graduation, you have access to a personalized career guide—the Digital Career Counselor accessible through your university Steppingblocks account. Steppingblocks is an online career exploration platform that transforms billions of data points into insights. Research your future career with real-world stats about your major and your interests while ensuring your coursework and extracurriculars set you up on the best path to land your dream job.

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Meet Your Digital Career Counselor

Unlock a world of national and KSU-specific employment data using your campus ID and password. Access a suite of resources, including the 20-question personality assessment, career path explorer, institutional outcomes explorer, and tuition analyzer. Create your personalized roadmap, designed to kickstart both your college coursework planning and post-college adventures.

  • Match your unique traits to potential career paths in 20 easy questions. 
    • Learn more about your personality traits and what jobs fit you best.
    • Explore majors and careers suited to your strengths.
    • Learn the science behind your motivations and discover hacks to dealing with emotional stress.
    • Download a 16-page personality report.
  • Learn how much your education costs over time. 
    • Determine the return on investment for the cost of your education.
    • Take advantage of dynamic student loan term tools.
    • Analyze debt by future job title and potential earnings.
    • Understand the economic value of your specific major. 
  • Learn what you can do with specific degrees or how to get your ideal job from real-world experience from over 100 million people. 
    • Search your desired job title or company to pinpoint the required skills or how much education you need to be competitive.
    • Explore careers by categories such as job title, earning potential, high-demand, and remote possibilities.
    • Obtain an immense understanding of current trends in specific fields and know what to expect upon graduation.
    • Analyze career opportunities based on earning potential.
  • Identify relevant pathways with real outcomes from KSU graduates.  
    • See how other KSU graduates are performing with data such as salary, common careers, and frequent job titles.
    • Learn who employs graduates from KSU and what they earn. 
    • Discover your skills gap and hiring potential.
    • Unlock industries hiring graduates from your program. 
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Earn a Cord & Coin for Graduation

Trying to complete Scrappy's Bucket List? Gain extra points using Steppingblocks to earn a cord and commemorative coin for graduation! These extra points not only showcase your commitment to KSU campus engagement but also add a unique touch to your academic accomplishments just in time for graduation.

By strategically incorporating Steppingblocks into your Scrappy's Bucket List search, you set yourself up for a more memorable and distinguished graduation celebration. 

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Get Your Questions Answered

  • Accessing Steppingblocks is easy. Simply log in using your Kennesaw State University credentials through the designated portal. If you encounter any issues, reach out to the KSU Career Services office for assistance. 
  • Absolutely. Steppingblocks uses advanced analytics to match your skills, interests, and goals with potential majors and career paths. The platform provides personalized recommendations, allowing you to explore options that align with your unique strengths and aspirations.
  • Yes. Steppingblocks’ database of information covering more than 135 million professionals can let you know among other helpful insights: 
    • What companies are employing KSU alumni
    • What alumni are skilled in by company and job role
    • How much alumni are earning by degree and gender
  • Whether you're a graduate student or considering further education, Steppingblocks can help. Explore advanced degree options, understand industry-specific educational requirements, and make informed decisions about your academic and career pursuits.
  • Steppingblocks is designed to be flexible and cater to your evolving needs. Regularly revisit your profile to update information as your goals and interests shift. Whether you're a freshman exploring possibilities or a senior fine-tuning your career path, Steppingblocks is a resource you can use throughout your academic journey.

Contact Us

Still have questions? Contact KSU’s career and internship advisors or call 470-578-6555.   
If you are a faculty or staff member interested in learning more about what Steppingblocks has to offer, contact Lisa Duke for more information.