Finding your First Professional Job After Graduation

Heading towards graduation or already out in the field and need to search for a new position? This section will go over ways you can prepare and land your next job!

  1. Check out Handshake and see what positions are available in your field! If it has been a few years since you graduated, fill out the Alumni Account Request and we will get you set up with Handshake account!
  2.  Stay Organized During your Search

  3. Attend a career fair on campus and build up your network.
  4. Leverage your network for any opportunties they may know about and apply.
  5. Refresh your interviewing skills and do some practice interviews. Here are some sample questions to ask!
  6. Know how much you are worth with salary negotiation.
  7. Career and Job Search Links by Major

Career Resources During the COVID-19 Pandemic

The Career Development Center staff recognizes that there are many unique challenges related to careers and job searching during this unprecedented time. As a result, we are gathering resources and tips that we hope will be helpful.