Step Four: Job Search/Graduate School Preparation
An initial occupational decision is made during Step IV. You will commence to preparation for and conducting a job search, and/or apply to graduate/professional school. You will obtain the knowledge and skills necessary to move into an occupation.Start by:
- Learning how to prepare resume and cover letters, and complete employment applications.
- Learning and implementing job search strategies.
- Learning and practicing interviewing skills.
- Researching graduate programs and financial aid packages.
- Demonstrate ability to write correspondence in a coherent, professional manner.
- Communicate verbally in a clear, concise manner.
- Effectively use networking, problem-solving, and decision making to reach career goals.
- Develop budgeting skills in relation to the job search, travel, and relocation.
Strategies are those concrete items that lead you to acquiring a specific goal or competency.
- Work on an academic project with a professor or develop an independent study project.
- Investigate specialty areas within graduate programs; determine strengths and weaknesses of graduate programs.
- Complete applications and the GRE, GMAT, LSAT or other tests required for graduate work.
- Register with Career Planning & Placement Services.
- Review resume with a career counselor or professional in your career choice.
- Develop a budget for the job/graduate school search.
- Enroll in a financial planning course.
- Receive referrals from Career Planning & Placement Services.
- Listen to vacancies via the Vacancy Information Phone Service.
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