Follow the links below to guide you through all of the pieces you will need for a successful job search. Career Coaches are here to help you every step of the way. Be sure to collect your Viking Score points as you complete each activity.
Senior Roadmap | 6 Viking Score points
A comprehensive checklist of what you need to do now to increase your chances of getting a job prior to graduation.
Career Goal Activity | 20 Viking Score points
Career goals provide a roadmap for your professional journey, helping you stay motivated, make informed decisions, and ultimately achieve success and fulfillment in your chosen career path.
Research Employers and Graduate/Professional School Programs | 4 Viking Score points
Researching employers or graduate/professional school programs is a crucial step in making informed career decisions. It helps you assess whether a particular company or school program is the right fit for you and whether it offers the opportunities and environment you desire. This research empowers you to make more informed choices about your career path and job prospects.
Identify Your Career Readiness Skills
identifying your career readiness skills is a fundamental step in career planning and development. It empowers you to make informed decisions, stand out in the job or grad school market, and pursue a career that aligns with your strengths and aspirations.
Handshake Profile | 2 Viking Score points
Handshake allows students to schedule appointments with CORE, find career development resources, connect with employers, locate internship, part-time, and full-time positions, and register for career events. Having a complete profile makes it easier for relevant opportunities to be highlighted for you.
LinkedIn Profile | 2 Viking Score points
Having a complete LinkedIn profile is essential for building a strong online professional presence, expanding your network, and advancing your career. It helps you make a positive impression on potential employers, connect with like-minded professionals, and access a wide range of career opportunities and resources.
Update your Resumes & Cover Letters then have a Resume Review | 4 Viking Score points
A resume is a vital tool in the job search process. It enables you to present your qualifications effectively, make a strong first impression, and advance through the hiring process. Additionally, it serves as a reference point for both you and employers, aiding in interviews and career planning.
Interview Prep or Practice/Mock Interview | 6 Viking Score points
The secret to interviewing is preparation and practice. While all jobs and all interviewers are not the same, there are certain questions that are usually asked of candidates during an interview. Even if you consider yourself an expert communicator, interviewing takes skill and preparation.
Prepare an Elevator Pitch
To make a positive first impression when meeting new people, in person or virtually, having a solid elevator pitch at the ready will help you, along with a warm smile, direct eye contact, a firm handshake or confident wave.
Interviewing Attire | 4 Viking Score points
In a professional environment, you will be evaluated on your professionalism. This includes how you present yourself. Employers and organizations can assume that how you present yourself for an interview is a reflection of your best self. Likewise, dressing professionally may boost your confidence, giving you an extra leg up on the other candidates.
Develop your Networking Skills
Networking is a valuable activity that can bring numerous benefits to your personal and professional life. It can open doors to opportunities, provide knowledge and support, and help you achieve your goals. Cultivating and maintaining a strong network is an essential part of career and personal development.
Target List of Employers/Graduate School Programs | 4 Viking Score points
A target list is a list of organizations where you would like to work or graduate programs you would like to attend. These may be companies and schools that tend to offer jobs and programs that fit your interests, organizations that have the company culture you desire, and/or organizations with a mission you believe in. They are employers you would love to work for, given the opportunity.
References and Letters of Recommendation | 4 Viking Score points
A reference is someone who can talk about your skills, experience, abilities, and work ethic. A potential employer may call them and ask questions about you. Letters of recommendation are written evaluations of an individual’s performance whether at work or in the classroom. This information is an integral part of the world of education, health care, social services and many other industries. You can gather letters of recommendation from instructors, advisers, supervisors or anyone who has witnessed your abilities.
