Once you have identified potential career paths, the next step is to ensure that you have quality application materials to get the internships and jobs you want.
Create Marketing Tools
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Create a resume that highlights your recent education and markets your strengths and experience
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Utilize VMock (coming soon) to assess and revise your resume
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Develop strong LinkedIn and Handshake profiles for employers to search
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Write cover letters tailored to each job that you apply for
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Meet with the Career Development Center to review your resume, Handshake and LinkedIn profiles, and cover letters
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Consider putting together a portfolio of your best work or research to showcase to employers
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Identify and ask three people to be professional references or to write letters of recommendation for you
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Practice your interviewing skills using StandOut
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Schedule a mock interview with the Career Development Center
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Obtain professional interview attire