Job/Internship Search

Being a job or internship seeker can often feel like a full-time job by itself. Most searches require utilizing multiple methods as well as advanced planning in order to ensure all application materials are tailored and edited. This resource will provide you with job search tools, resources, and tips to help you be the most effective job seeker you can be.

Job/Internship Search Resources

Handshake

  • Targeted for College students or new grads.
  • Filter by location, job type, remote/hybrid/in person; and can save searches to be notified if new positions are posted.
  • Filter by job type, grade level, majors sought, and available sponsorship.

LinkedIn

  • Utilize the Alumni Tool to make connections with people you haven’t personally met and capable of building a network in another part of the country if you’re hoping to relocate; search for job and internship postings.

Attend Career and Job/Internship Fairs

  • Great way to establish face-to-face contact with potential employers and ask relevant questions in the moment.

Professional Associations

  • Benefits: provides network connections and opportunities for professional development in your field of study and useful for finding nationwide job postings specific to your industry 

Industry Specific Job Boards

  • Benefits: find selective job postings that are relevant to your specific industry.

Use Effective Research and Connections

  • 80% of open positions are never publicly posted, which makes establishing contacts and networking one of the most important parts of job searching.
  • Use your resources and build your network; reach out to faculty, Career Services, family and others for assistance.
  • LinkedIn can be a powerful tool to make professional connections; utilize the alumni tool.

Prepare Application Materials 

  • It is vital that you tailor your resume and cover letter to each individual position description; having strong drafts will help you in this process. 
  • Be sure to include keywords and phrases into both resumes and cover letters (See Applicant Tracking System Guidelines for more information). 
  • Double check you include all documents and information an employer requests in their preferred format. 

Additional Tips

Be Organized

  • Use a spreadsheet to keep track of each position you apply for, the date you applied, the name of the company, a contact person (if provided), and any other relevant details. 
  • Save a copy of the description of the job or internship in case it’s removed from online; this way you’ll still have the information you need to best prepare for an interview.

Be Proactive

  • Follow up if you haven’t heard anything for at least two weeks after submitting an application.
  • Continually build relationships and seek out opportunities to learn about careers, and organizations.

Be Professional

  • Ensure professional and timely communication with the hiring staff throughout the process.
  • Even if you receive a rejection – if they were impressed with your application and your professional communication skills, they may think of you for future openings.