Preparation
Who can you meet with every semester before registration to make sure you are on the right track before graduating?
What is... Your Academic Advisor
Bonus +50:
Where can you find who your academic advisor is?
T/F: You should only look at graduate programs near where you live.
What is... False
Name an online resource to look for jobs.
What is... Indeed, Glassdoor, Career Builder, Upwork, Foundit, and plenty more!
T/F: You have to take the GRE to apply for graduate school.
What is... False! Most schools now have the GRE as optional!
In general, how many references do employers ask for?
What is... two!
Who can you talk to about internships?
Hint: This is a specific professor
What is... Blincoe
When should you start looking at application deadlines?
What is... Junior year second semester or summer before senior year
How can you show employers' interest AFTER you have applied?
What is... a follow up email
What shows graduate schools your academic history?
What is... Offical Transcript
What is... Resume!
What is a great way to put yourself out there to potential employers or graduate schools?
Hint: Online!
What is... Linkedin
How many programs should you apply to?
What is... 5-8 programs
What is a great way to get into a company and potentially open the door to a job offer after graduation?
What is... Internship
On average, how many letters of recommendation do you need? AND how far in advance should you ask your professors for them?
What is... 3 letters AND at least 2-4 weeks in advance.
2 parts:
What is the general name of the skills that rely on your character?
What is the general name of the skills that rely on your education and knowledge?
What is... Soft skills and Hard skills
What resources on campus, that are free, do you have access to that can help you with building a resume, searching for jobs, and helping with applications?
What is... Career Center!
Bonus +100:
Where is it located?
T/F: When applying to graduate school you only apply to programs, not specific professors.
What is... False!
What is something you HAVE to do before going into an interview with a company?
What is... research the company!!!
Most applications ask for 2 pieces of writing. What are they?
What is... Personal Statement/ Statement of purpose AND a writing sample
How do employers get to know you on paper?
What is... Cover letter
What is the best thing you can do at any time to kick-start your future?
What is... Networking
What is something that you should consider when choosing a program?
Hint: $
What is... financial aid
What should you be prepared to do at the end of an interview?
What is... ask questions!!!
What is something you include in a graduate school application gives a general overview of what you have done?
What is... Resume or CV
T/F: In general, you should change your resume and application for every position you apply for.
What is... True!