You have taken time to assess your skills and strengths, and have explored your career options. Now, you are ready to prepare to launch your job search!
UCC PhD Guide for Resumes and Cover Letters- First, you can check out this excellent resource that we have developed that helps PhD students to develop resumes and cover letters.
CV to Resume - It is important to be able to articulate your skills and experiences to your next employer, through a well-written resume. Following are some articles, websites and posts to help you create a resume, or transition your CV to a resume, for your job search.
- Article: CV to Resume
- Article: The CV Doctor (with samples)
- Article: From CV to 1 Page Resume
Cover Letter Writing - It is important to be able to articulate your transferable skills to your next employer through an effective cover letter that connects your experiences to the position you are seeking. Following are some articles, websites and posts to help you craft a well written cover letter.
- Resource: Career Center Lover Letter Writing Resources
- Article: From Beyond Academe
- Article: How to Write a Cover Letter that Sounds Like You
- Article: Tips for Writing a Modern Cover Letter
Interview Preparation and Practice - It is important to be able to articulate your skills and experiences in an interview. Following are some articles, websites and posts to help you develop your interview strategy and prepare for interviews.
- Resource: Career Center Interviewing Resources
- Article: 30 Prep Tips for Interview Success
- Resource: Consulting Case 101
- Resource: Ace Your Case
LinkedIn - It is important that your LinkedIn profile reflects your past experiences, and connects you to where you want to go, professionally. Find out more on building strong profiles
Workshops and Events - Check out these sources for group presentations and workshops that will help you prepare for your job search!
- Before Your Appointment: Create a LinkedIn Account and create a profile on Handshake; Identify your transferable skills; Create a resume/cover letter draft.
- During Your Appointment: Meet with a Career Coach to talk about your resume, cover letters, LinkedIn profile, and to gain confidence presenting your skills and experiences to employers.