Theme:
Balancing Books & Business
Self
Assessment
Reflect on the knowledge you have
accumulated in reference to your values, interests, personality and
skills through your previous schooling and/or work
experience. Understand how and why they may have changed over
time, and make decisions that reflect those changes.
- Engage in conversation with a
career counselor, academic advisor and trusted others to discuss
your current situation (i.e., continued education, returning
student, etc.)
- Match your academic choices to
your needs, values and interests for career success
Career
Awareness
Become aware of the current job
market. What are the hiring projections for your target
industries.
- Make a list of employers who hire
those with graduate degrees in your field
- Tell everyone in your network
that you are looking for experience
Career
Exploration
Fine tune your resume and what you
have to offer employers.
- Continue to participate in
internships and part time jobs to build your marketable skills and
experience
Job SearchAn investment of your time and energy
will be necessary to conduct an effective job search. Be
patient, yet productive in your search.
- Participate in Campus Recruiting
Program
- Attend all applicable Career
Expos and Fairs, employer panels and presentations
- Send resumes and cover letters to
prospective employers and set up interviews on your own
- Attend a Dining Etiquette
Seminar