Career Resources
Tipsheets
Tipsheets are detailed summaries of critical information covering virtually all aspects of the job search process. They have been compiled by Center for Career Education staff from reliable sources and from personal and professional experience. We suggest browsing these materials and using them to help structure your job search.
Title |
Description |
|---|---|
| 30-second Introduction |
A 30-second introduction shares highlights about your interests, experience, strengths, accomplishments, and/or goals – all in 30 seconds! |
| Consulting Case Interviews |
What is a case interview, what can you expect, and how can you prepare |
| Cover Letters |
Cover Letters. The Basics. |
| Cover Letters - Academic | More specific information on how to prepare a Cover Letter for an academic position. |
| Finding a Job - Academic Interviews | Learn how to prepare for this unique type of interview |
| Finding a Job - Accepting and Declining Offers |
How-to gracefully accept or decline a position with sample letters |
| Finding a Job - According to Employers | What employers look for in students and how you can best prepare |
| Finding a Job - Interview Questions |
The different types of questions and samples for each to help you better prepare |
| Finding a Job - Interview Questions for Engineers |
Sample technical questions to help you prepare for an engineering interview |
| Finding a Job - Interviewing | Tips on what to do Before, During and After an interview |
| Finding a Job - Interviewing for Experienced Candidates | Information for the candidate with 5+ years experience |
| Finding a Job - Negotiating Offers |
Details and advice on navigating this unique situation |
| Finding a Job - On-Campus Jobs |
Resources and contacts for on-campus jobs. |
| Finding a Job - Recruiters |
The Do's and Don'ts of working with Recruiters |
| Finding a Job - References | The how-tos of obtaining references and providing them to potential employers |
| Finding a Job - Researching Organizations | Resources and tips for researching during your job search process |
| Finding a Job - Second Interview | You aced the first round of interviews, now what? |
| Finding a Job - Temporary Jobs | The basics of being a temporary worker including NYC-based agencies |
| Finding a Job - Thank You Letters | Learn when and how to write a thank you letter. |
| Finding a Job - Using Social Media: Advanced |
Advanced concepts and examples for using social media in your job search. |
| Finding a Job - Using Social Media: Intro |
How to use social media to create your online "brand" and to find a job. |
| Finding a Job - Using Social Media: LinkedIn |
Explains basic LinkedIn concepts and functionality. |
| Finding a Job - Using Social Media: Twitter |
Explains how to use Twitter to build an online presence, network, and find a job. |
| Finding an Internship |
Strategies, tips and resources for your internship search |
| General Resources - Action Verbs | Categories and lists of strong action verbs for use in your resume |
| General Resources - LionSHARE |
Frequently Asked Questions about using LionSHARE
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| General Resources - Non-Profit and Socially Responsible Careers | |
| Graduate School - Factors to Consider |
Help with what to do and when to do it when applying to graduate school. |
| LinkedIn Profile Development Checklist |
LinkedIn is an effective tool to network with others virtually. Use this checklist as a guide to optimize your visibility and showcase your best work. |
| Making the Most of a Networking Event |
Networking is valuable for getting a lead on a job, gathering information, or connecting with people in your dream company. Here are tips to help you make the most of a networking event. |
| Making the Most of the Career Fair |
Learn how to prepare for and maximize your attendance at any career fair. |
| Non-Academic Career Options for PhDs in the Humanities and Social Sciences |
Focus options and resources for graduate students in the Humanities and Social Sciences |
| Non-Academic Career Options for PhDs in the Sciences, Engineering and Mathematics |
Resources for a variety of industries geared toward PhD students |
| Resources for Graduate Students - Timelines | Semester-by-semester plan for jumpstarting your career |
| Resumes and CVs - Basic Resumes |
Resumes 101 |
| Resumes and CVs - Converting Your CV to a Resume |
Checklists of what to include and look for when switching from a CV to a resume |
| Resumes and CVs - Curriculum Vitae | Curriculum Vitae 101 with online resources and samples |
| Resumes and CVs - For Artists |
How to write a resume for your day job versus an academic CV |
| Resumes and CVs - For Engineers |
Tailor your resume or CV for specific industries and fields |
| Resumes and CVs - Resumes for Experienced Candidates | Resume advice and tips for student with 5+ years experience |
| Skills - Business Etiquette | Positive impressions, communications and international business etiquette |
| Skills - Entrepreneurship Resources |
Listing of resources on starting and running your own business |
| Skills - Networking & Informational Interviewing | Benefits, how to get started and tips to avoid common pitfalls |
| Skills - Networking & Informational Interviewing - Follow-Up Letters | Difference between follow-up and thank you letters with samples for reference |
| Skills - Networking with Alumni |
Advantages, protocols of networking, and resources on how to find alumni |
| Skills - Professional Image | First impressions and standard dress codes |
| Skills - Writing a Business Plan | The Whys, Whens, and Hows of writing a comprehensive business plan |
| Tips for a successful summer experience: Wrap up before you go! |
Tips and recommendations as you complete your summer internship. |
| Writing Sample |
Tips on how to develop a good writing sample. |
| Leadership Development and Rotational Programs |
Information regarding Leadership Development and Rotational Programs |