a guide To…your First Job

You have worked hard for your degree. Now it's time to put all that hard work, skills, and experiences to use as you move toward the next step in your life.

Here you can find a step-by-step guide to setting your First Job.

Make an appointment with a career counselor to assist you in making a plan as you move through each step.

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1. Join a Student Organization
2. Volunteer
3. Get a Part-time Job
4. Research Organizations
5. Take a Course
6. Write your resume and cover letters
7. Gathering References and Letters of Recommendation
8. Prepare to Dress for Success
9. Search Internship and Job Listings
10. Create Target List
11. Network
12. Make the most of Career Fairs and Networking Events
13. Practice Interviewing
14. Sell Yourself in the Interview
15. Frequently Asked Interview Questions
16. Interview Follow up
17. Make a Decision