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Jobs - Searching for Employment

Confused about how to get started with your job search? Worried about not having enough time to juggle the search with all your other commitments? It’s helpful to approach the job search as you would if planning a road trip. You need to:

Decide upon a Destination What do you want to do for employment and where do you want to work?
Plan your Route
What is the best way to travel to your destination? Which job search strategies and resouces are recommended for the specific jobs you are seeking?
What is your travel schedule?
  • What are the application deadlines and hiring cycles associated with your job targets?
  • When can you set aside time to devote to your job search?
Pack Your Bags
Do you have the right gear?
  • Does your resume "fit" with your job targets?
  • Is your reference list up to date?
  • Given where you are headed, do you need a portfolio or other supporting documents?
Get Behind the Wheel Start applying to postings, distributing your resume via network contacts, and interviewing!

The Arts and Sciences Career Services staff can assist you with each step of your journey. Please follow the links below for an overview of our job search services.