These skill guides will help you strategize and prepare for employment and further education. Right click and click "Save As" to download the PDF file and speed up loading time.
A resume is a summary of your abilities, accomplishments, and experiences. It is a persuasive document which will help convince a potential employer to request an interview. We recommend that you have a career counselor review your resume before sending it out.
A cover letter is an opportunity to fill in the blanks from your resume. Through a cover letter, you set yourself apart from other candidates by speaking to a depth of experience or interest that may not be apparent from a resume.
Although the interview process is a nerve-wracking experience for many, it is essentially a mutual exchange of information. Though employers are learning more about you during the interview, don’t forget that the interview is also a valuable opportunity to find out more about the organization.
Effective networking can often lead to a job offer, and is also a great way for you to learn more about a specific career, and connect with individuals within your field of interests. Tools such as LinkedIn can help you develop professional relationships and create a network of professional resources.
- Informational Interview Guide
- Networking Guide
- LinkedIn Guide
- Career Fair Guide
- Webinar PowerPoint slides (PDF) : Networking While Abroad webinar (Fall 2016 Junior Virtual Week)
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| Students can explore more career related resources on Handshake Resources Library. | |
| Firsthand | Career guides, employer profiles and rankings, discussion boards, industry blogs and news |
| Big Interview | An interactive web-based interview practice tool that allows you to practice mock interviews, expert video lessons, and industry specific tips. |
| VMock | An interactive 24/7 virtual resume review assistant for undergraduate students. |
| CaseCoach | A one-stop platform for consulting interview preparation resources with instructional videos, sample cases and drills, and opportunities to connect with other candidates for case interview practice. |
| GoinGlobal | A global career search platform where you can access global career search resources and more than 16 million job and internship postings in 121 countries around the world, updated daily. |
| Violet Network | New York University's official online community driving powerful professional connections within our global network of students and alumni. |
| NYU Library | Books, articles and resources on a wide range of topics ranging from job hunting to interview prep to vocational guidance. |