Job Search Tips
Make an appointment with the Creighton Career Center
Meeting with a Career Center counselor will help you get start on the right track. They will provide an overview of all the services available to you during your job search and offer you support.
Select a coach
Identify someone who will support and mentor you throughout the job search process (faculty member, Career Center Counselor, mentor, etc.).
Start early
It will usually take 3-6 months to find a job.
Set goals for the week
Determine how many letters, emails, phone calls, and visits you are going to make each week.
Make a professional contact list
Keep a list of professional contacts and update it as you meet people or have interviews. It will save time to have all this information in one file or document.
Use several job search methods concurrently
To maximize your results use as many job search strategies as possible to ensure your success in a timely fashion.
Keep copies of resumes and cover letters
Although each resume and cover letter should be tailored to a particular position keeping copies of your correspondence will make future writing easier, and you will know exactly what you provided each employer.