Career Resources
Through this resource, students can search and apply for jobs and schedule an appointment with a career coach.
What is CareerLink? AND walk us through how to best use it.
The easiest way to apply for jobs, but not the most effective.
What is applying online through a job posting website? AND name one we haven't reviewed yet today.
Typically, a resume should be this length
What is one page? AND how might you determine whether to extend past one page?
A typical way to greet a student in the Career Studio.
What is "it's good to see you today, have you visited with us before?" or "What would be most helpful for you today? or "How can I help today?"
This resource lists every registered student organization on campus.
What is BeInvolved? AND how might getting involved in a student group be beneficial?
Through this resource, students can professionally connect with others around the world, view electronic resumes, research companies and follow industry trends.
What is LinkedIn? AND walk us through how to use it and how you would explain its benefit to a student.
The most effective career exploration and job search strategy.
What is networking? AND name a way to network.
In this document, don't forget to specifically indicate why you are interested in working for that company, by stating something interesting you've found by visiting their website, reading their mission, etc.
What is a cover letter?
A typical way to close a meeting with a student.
"What was most helpful for you today?" or "What one goal would you like to set for yourself moving forward?" or "What would you like to work on when you stop by next?"
This resource, hosted by the U.S. Department of Labor has lots of career-related information, where people can learn about skills required, typical responsibilities, average salary, employment outlook, etc.
What is O'Net (or Occupational Outlook Handbook)?
Through this resource, students can begin to identify occupations typically associated with majors, strategies to build experience and resources to begin researching careers.
What is What can I do with this major? AND how might you walk a student through this website?
Through this strategy, you meet with someone working in a career of interest to you and ask them questions about that career path.
What is Informational Interviewing? AND name a way to locate/contact someone to arrange a conversation.
This document is longer in length and focuses on your career goals, relevant skills and experiences, why you're interested in the program and faculty with whom you'd like to work.
What is a personal statement (for graduate school application)?
A question you can ask a student who's unsure about the type of career they'd like to explore.
"Which types of activities energize you?" or "Who is someone you admire and why?" or "What are your interests?" or "What is your favorite class and why?" or "What do you like about your major?"
Community members can use this resource to find non-profit organizations and volunteering opportunities locally.
What is the City of Bloomington Volunteer Network? AND why can volunteering be beneficial?
Through this resource, one can learn the location, industry, starting salary, employer or first destination of graduating seniors.
What is the Outcomes Dashboard? AND walk us through how to use it.
Writing about your skills in this format helps you prepare for interview questions and practice articulating your experiences.
What is SPAR/STAR? Situation, Problem/Task, Action, Result
Don't forget to send me after an interview, informational interview or career fair.
What is a thank you letter? And what is important to include and why is it important to send?
Questions to ask a student considering whether or not to go to graduate school.
"Tell me about how this program will help you work toward your career goals" or "What have you learned through your research about whether this degree is required for entry level into this industry"
Through this resource, students can learn tips and resources for applying for jobs all over the world.
What is Passport Career? AND walk me through how to use it.
Through this resource, students can set up meetings with IU alumni from the College of Arts & Sciences.
What is the Walter Center Success Network (WCSN)?
The Walter Center uses this organizational concept to highlight jobs, resources, advice, student internships and alumni by industry.
What are career communities? AND How would you describe these to a student? How can they keep updated with new information?
One version of this document focuses more on job-related skills and work experience, the other has a longer length and provides more information about research and publications.
What is the difference between a resume and a curriculum vitae (CV)? AND when might each be used?
A question you can ask a student who's never interviewed for a job before.
"What do you think makes an interview good?" or "If you were interviewing someone for a job, what about them would stand out to you/what is important for you to learn about them?
This IU office advises students who are seeking application to medical or law school or other health professions (such as occupational or physical therapy).
What is the Health Professions and Prelaw Center (HPPLC)?