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Home ยป Job Search Action Plan Job Search Action Plan
- Attend career-related workshops, employer events, and information sessions to sharpen your skills and establish employer contacts.
- Practice and improve your interviewing skills to make an impact on the job interview. Develop a 60 second personal "info-mercial."
- Register and participate in CareerKnight by completing your profile and uploading your resume.
- Research industries and employers, utilizing print and online resources such as employer websites and Vault.
- Expand your job search parameters in terms of geography, industry, job title, and job type (full-time or part-time). If you are relocating, ask Career Services to arrange reciprocity at other career centers around the country.
- Update your resume and cover letter and have them critiqued by a career counselor.
- Utilize career and job-related Internet resources.
- Attend career days both on-campus and off-campus to make personal contact with recruiters.
- Set up an individual appointment with a career counselor.
- Use the online Alumni Career Network to contact alumni in your major or fields of interest.
- Develop and maintain a positive attitude toward your job search. Stay physically, mentally, and emotionally healthy during your time of transition.
- Network with friends, family, neighbors, local merchants, etc. Get your name and resume out there!
- Use the "Boost Your Job Search" resources found on our home page.
- Follow Career Services on Facebook and Twitter for helpful job search information.
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