Resources for a Full-Time Job or Internship Search

As you are applying for a full-time job or an internship, consider the following:

Quality of Application Materials

Have you updated and improved your application documents? If you have changed jobs in recent months, taken on new responsibilities in your current role, or added new achievements, it's time to update your resume.

Be sure to send out quality (i.e., edited and customized) applications. Remember to tailor your resume to each position type and and cover letter to each specific
position! If you receive swift and automated feedback from the employer, it is very likely that they are using Applicant Tracking Software (ATS) to filter their applications.

Our office is a free and personalized resource to help tailor your resume and combat some of the difficulties with ATS!

You can also check online tools like Jobscan (www.jobscan.co). Jobscan allows you to create a free account and upload up to five resumes or cover letters,
as well as job descriptions. It then parses through this information and provides an analysis of keyword matches.

Quality of Time Spent on Searching and Applying

Have you applied to hundreds of positions? Let us help you consider how to balance quality and quantity in your search.

Schedule dedicated time for your job search each day, week, and month. Keep track of when and where you have applied! The job search process takes time and
persistence. It isn't something that is usually completed in one semester. By dedicating time for this task, you will find it much easier to incorporate your job search into your daily routine.

Locations and Opportunities

It is important to ask yourself, "How realistic are my expectations?" If you are struggling with your search, could you look at different search pages or expand the
types of roles you are applying for? This could increase new possibilities and yield greater results.

Utilizing Your Connections

You may feel nervous about reaching out to family, friends, neighbors, alumni, peers, or other contacts about job referrals. However, these people can be of great help!
By utilizing your network (in addition to using other sources), you are being smart in using all of the resources you have. Often, a referral or a connection you have
established is helpful to "get your foot in the door." If you have question about how to reach out to contacts, contact a career coach at Luddy! (While having connections can be powerful, the result always lies with your ability to interview successfully and professionally.)

Polishing Your Interview Skills

Interviews come in many formats and styles, but you want to think about preparing for behavioral, technical, and/or case interviews. Luddy Career Services offers
interview practice in all three areas! Preparation includes:

• Ensuring that you are applying for jobs that interested you,
• Conducting research on the company,
• Practicing answers to commonly asked questions, and
• Connecting your experiences & skills to the roles for
  which you are interviewing.

If you have questions about interviewing, schedule a career coaching appointment to go over some questions and interviewing tips.