Career Success Guide

Job Search Documents - Checklist

CO-OP, INTERNSHIP & JOB SEARCH CHECKLIST While it’s true that job searching has become increasingly challenging, it’s important to remember that there has never been a time when a person simply clicks on a website, applies, and instantly secures their first job.

Develop an effective resume and cover letter Review resume and cover letter writing materials found in this Career Success Guide or on our website. Have your resume and cover letter critiqued by a Career Coach. Upload your resume on Handshake Login via Tech Toolkit on Career Services StoutCloud site Network for co-ops, internships & professional careers Let family, relatives, and friends know that you are looking for a co-op, internship, or professional position. Let faculty and staff know that you are looking. Attend career conferences to network with employers you met at previous conferences and to find “hidden” opportunities. Review the 5-Year Co-op Report Contact employers you’ve met through open houses, student organizations, and previous work experience. Join LinkedIn and other professional social networking sites. Review Handshake for employer contact information. Job searching requires a lot of work and effort. To optimize your time and energy, follow these steps:

Contact Stout Alumni in your major. Conduct informational interviews. See “Informational Interviewing” in this guide. Join professional associations related to your major. For additional information, review the “Networking” section in this guide. Pursue advertised co-ops, internships & professional positions Check Handshake for: GoinGlobal On-campus interview schedule Co-op, internship, or job posting Check StoutCloud Student Resource page for additional resources. Check the following “spidering” job search engines: Prospect for co-ops, internships, & professional positions in desired geographic areas See “Prospecting” job search method or “Networking” in this guide. Use buzzfile.com/edu to identity organizations you would like to prospect within a desired geographic area. Indeed.com LinkedIn Jobs

Prepare for interviews Review interviewing skills information in this guide. Complete a mock interview with a Career Coach in Career Services or virtually using Big Interview. Research the organization and position via their website. See “Researching Employers for Successful Interviews” in this guide.

Know your worth. Review salary information found in this guide. Evaluate the interview and follow-up

Send a thank you letter and follow up with employers you interview with. See “Cover Letters” and other “Job Search Letters” in this guide or on our StoutCloud site for examples. Review “Offers and Negotiation” in this guide or on our StoutCloud site to learn about benefits, salary, and more!

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