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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.
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Skills - Writing a Business PlanThe Whys, Whens, and Hows of writing a comprehensive business plan
Skills - Professional ImageFirst impressions and standard dress codes
Skills - Networking with AlumniAdvantages, protocols of networking, and resources on how to find alumni
Skills - Networking & Informational Interviewing - Follow-Up LettersDifference between follow-up and thank you letters with samples for reference
Skills - Networking & Informational InterviewingBenefits, how to get started and tips to avoid common pitfalls
Skills - Entrepreneurship ResourcesListing of resources on starting and running your own business
Skills - Business EtiquettePositive impressions, communications and international business etiquette
Resumes and CVs - Resumes for Experienced CandidatesResume advice and tips for student with 5+ years experience
Resumes and CVs - For Specific FieldsTailor your resume or CV for specific industries and fields
Resumes and CVs - Curriculum VitaeCurriculum Vitae 101 with online resources and samples
Resumes and CVs - Converting Your CV to a ResumeChecklists of what to include and look for when switching from a CV to a resume
Resumes and CVs - Basic ResumesResumes 101
Resources for Graduate Students - TimelinesSemester-by-semester plan for jumpstarting your career
Non-Academic Career Options for PhDs in the Sciences, Engineering and MathematicsResources for a variety of industries geared toward PhD students
Non-Academic Career Options for PhDs and MAsFocus options and resources for graduate students in the Humanities and Social Sciences
General Resources - Non-Profit and Socially Responsible Careers
General Resources - LionSHARE
Frequently Asked Questions about using LionSHARE
General Resources - Action VerbsCategories and lists of strong action verbs for use in your resume
Finding an InternshipStrategies, tips and resources for your internship search
Finding a Job - Thank You LettersLearn when and how to write a thank you letter.
Finding a Job - Temporary JobsThe basics of being a temporary worker including NYC-based agencies
Finding a Job - Second InterviewYou aced the first round of interviews, now what?
Finding a Job - Researching OrganizationsResources and tips for researching during your job search process
Finding a Job - ReferencesThe how-tos of obtaining references and providing them to potential employers
Finding a Job - RecruitersThe Dos and Don'ts of working with Recruiters
Finding a Job - On-Campus JobsResources and contacts for on-campus jobs.
Finding a Job - Negotiating OffersDetails and advice on navigating this unique situation
Finding a Job - Interviewing for Experienced CandidatesInformation for the candidate with 5+ years experience
Finding a Job - InterviewingTips on what to do Before, During and After an interview
Finding a Job - Interview QuestionsThe different types of questions and samples for each to help you better prepare
Finding a Job - According to EmployersWhat employers look for in students and how you can best prepare
Finding a Job - Accepting and Declining OffersHow-to gracefully accept or decline a position with sample letters
Finding a Job - Academic InterviewsLearn how to prepare for this unique type of interview
Cover Letters - AcademicMore specific information on how to prepare a Cover Letter for an academic position.
Cover LettersCover Letters. The Basics.
Applying to Graduate SchoolHelp with what to do and when to do it when applying to graduate school.