Monday, January 28, 2008

Top Six Career Related Tips for Seniors

The IU Career Development Center presents: Top Six Tips for Graduating Seniors!

1. Sign up on IUCareers.com and apply for interviews for internships and full-time positions NOW! Employers are here (recruiting starting in September every year).

2. Enroll in ASCS Q299, Job Search Strategies for Liberal Arts students if you haven’t already taken it.

3. Update your resume and cover letter and refine your interviewing skills.

4. Develop your Job Search Plan: this will include networking, alumni resources, professional associations, on-line postings and on-campus interviews, career fair attendance and more.

5. Sharpen your professional image and consider purchasing an interview suit: first impressions are key.

6. Apply for graduate or professional schools if that is part of your plan.

The Career Development Center/Arts & Sciences Career Services is here to assist you with each step of your job search process. Career Advising takes place M-F, from 1-4 p.m. at our Center, located at 10th and Jordan.

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