Graduate Students

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 Search
An 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