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In this toolkit, you’ll find a collection or resources to help you navigate the job and internship search process.

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Understanding Job Descriptions
This resource will walk you through the most important information in job descriptions and FAQs about job postings.
Job Boards and Platforms
Not sure where to start looking for job postings or need support using Handshake, LinkedIn or other sites? This resource links to help guides and walks through important features for a few major job sites.
Resumes and Cover Letters
Explore resources for resume writing, crafting cover letters, using AI, and tailoring your resume to specific job postings.
Interviewing
Learn how to prepare for an interview, how to answer questions effectively, and find practice interview questions in our guide.
Negotiation
Discover how to negotiate your salary and benefits after receiving a job offer.
Job Search Self-Care
This resource will discuss how to handle the stresses of job searching and how to form a self-care plan.
Application Tracker
This Google doc allows you to track which jobs you’ve applied to, save copies of your resume, and track information regarding interviewing, salary, and the job posting itself.
Recruitment Timelines
This document visually shows when recruiting and application periods are for specific industries.
Resources to help you plan long-term and short term goals.

Featured Articles

Goal Setting

Goal setting is an important way to visualize and clarify your goals. Researchers have found goal setting motivates us, gives us a sense of purpose, and helps us feel accomplished. By expressing specifically what you want to do and where …

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Self-Care Toolkit

Self-care is an important practice, not just for academic or career-related reasons but also for overall health and quality of life. In turbulent times and high stress environments, it’s more important than ever to build a self-care practice that focuses …

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When do I need to apply for an internship or full-time role?

One of the biggest keys to landing the right opportunity is starting early! Most companies post internships months in advance, which means the fall semester is prime time to start your search for that summer position. Whether you’re a sophomore, …

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Career Resources

Goal setting is an important way to visualize and clarify your goals. Researchers have found goal setting motivates us, gives …

Self-care is an important practice, not just for academic or career-related reasons but also for overall health and quality of …

One of the biggest keys to landing the right opportunity is starting early! Most companies post internships months in advance, …

Whomi is a free to use platform that offers self-service career development that removes barriers to provide inclusive planning for …

Job descriptions are parts of a written job posting that explain what the job is and what qualities the hiring …

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Wednesday 9:00 am- 4:00 pm
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