You can schedule an appointment with a career advisor in NIU's Navigate system. If you have any questions or need assistance, please contact us at careerservices@niu.edu.
Log In and Choose Appointment Type
Go to NIU's Navigate system and log in with your Z-ID and MyNIU password.
Click "Appointment."
On the appointment page, start with “What type of appointment would you like to schedule?” and click “Student Services.”
In the Service drop-down menu, select the kind of appointment you want.
Choose Date, Advisor and Format
Under "Pick a Date," click on your preferred date then click "Find Available Time."
The New Appointment page will appear with a list of available dates and times." Choose the time that works best for you.
On the "Review Appointment Details and Confirm" page, you may have the option to meet in person or virtually. If you are given your choice, choose one of those options.
Review and Confirm
Make sure to scroll down to "Would you like to share anything else?" and add a comment describing the reason for your appointment to help us prepare.
After you've confirmed your appointment, you'll receive an appointment from Navigate for your Outlook calendar.
If you have a virtual appointment, your career advisor will send you a meeting request in Microsoft Teams before the appointment is scheduled to start.
If you're a current student, you can schedule an appointment via Navigate. If you're alumni or faculty/staff, please complete this form and we will get back to you promptly.