Career Handbook 2017 All Pages

career
handbook
career support
for MSU students
✔ Choosing your major ✔ Resume writing

✔ Finding student jobs ✔ Interviewing prep Career Services Network
✔ Internship tips ✔ Landing a full-time job!
business
organizational
management
management
administration health and
hospitality business
international business human
counseling
services public relations
physical therapy computer animal science
risk management
accounting music
packaging
forensic psychology information nutritional sciences
criminal justice systems law interdisciplinary studies
manyeconomics sociology
advertising
journalism
communications
environmental science
agribusiness
exercise science
& insurance
liberal arts
kinesiology
MAJORS ,
nursing physics
literature
natural speech
finance
foreign
resources
languages
marketing
mathematics
english
engineering
statistics human resources history
many
graphic design management chemistry logistics
computer actuarial sciences

fish/wildlife management
science food industry management entrepreneurship
OPPORTUNITIES
CAREER
career
S E R V I C E S
NETWORK
career passport is an annual publication of the
handbook
career services network @ michigan state university
© 2017 Michigan State University, East Lansing, MI 48824.

All rights reserved. Michigan State University is an affirmative-
action, equal-opportunity employer.
CA REE R S E RVI C E S
@ t h e s ta d i u m
535 Chestnut Rd., Room 290, East Lansing, MI 48824
(517) 884-1300 | HireASpartan@csp.msu.edu 1. GETTING STARTED
@ s t u d e n t s e rv i c e s
6 Foundation for Your Future
556 E. Circle Dr., Room 113, East Lansing, MI 48824
(517) 355-9510 | CareerServices@csp.msu.edu 8 Your Path to Purpose
lear c or p orat i on career services ce n t er

10 Where is Career Services ?
735 E. Shaw Ln., Room 114, East Lansing, MI 48824 12 Career Services Online
(517) 432-0830 | lear@broad.msu.edu
e d i tor i a l t e a m
Bill Morgan, Managing Editor 2. EXPLORE YOUR FUTURE
Pepa Casselman, Karissa Chabot-Purchase, Jessica Prihoda,
Tammison Smith, Leslie Sunderlin 18 Explore Your Career Options
 
21 Liberal Arts Students
l ayout & d e s i g n
Catherine Kanka, Indianapolis, Indiana 22 Thinking about Graduate School
Charlie Sharp, Sharp DesIgns, Lansing , Michigan
24 Building Awareness and Confidence
p r i nti n g & b i n d i n g 28 Develop Skills Through Experience
BRD Printing, Lansing, Michigan
adv e rt i s i n g i n q u i r i e s
Please call Beth at Career Services, (517) 884-1330
3. PREPARE TO COMMUNICATE
32 Writing a Good Resume
THANK YOU FOR THE SUPPORT OF
E M P LOY E R S W H O H I R E M S U ST U D E N T S 34 Bullet Points & Action Verbs
2 Auto-Owners Insurance 36 Resume Samples
4 Dart
5 Learning A-Z
39 References & Recommendations
14 International Paper 42 Cover Letters
15 Stryker
44 Thank You Letter, Email & Phones
16 Oshkosh
17 Autoliv 46 Personal Statements & Portfolios
30 MSU RHS Student Employment
30 McGeorge School of Law
31 MSU College Advising Corps
4. PREPARE TO MAKE YOUR MOVE
40 Marathon 50 Searching for Internships & Jobs
40 Sachse Construction
52 Developing Your Search Strategy
40 Munson Healthcare
41 Meridian Health Plan 55 International Students
41 Enterprise
56 Government & Nonprofit Work
41 Coyote
45 Greenstone Farm Cr 58 Building Your Network
45 MSUFCU 60 What to Wear
48 HSC Hemlock SemiCon
48 Colony Hardware
5. CONNECT WITH YOUR FUTURE
48 Gateway Plastics 64 MSU Career Fair Calendar
49 Clorox
66 Getting Results at a Career Fair
49 Printpack
62 Commonwealth 68 Interviewing
62 Nexteer 70 Negotiating Job Offers
63 Aldi
63 Maxitrol
71 Professionalism & Your First Day
CareerNetwork.msu.edu 3
63 Clopay
72 MSU Alumni Office
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1 getting started
Dear Spartan...
Y ou can get more out of your college experience if you plan each
year. Regardless of your career aspirations, it’s important to get
internship and work experiences, get good grades, and be involved
in campus activities. Many entry-level jobs require a wide range of
demonstrated skills, accomplishments and related work experience.
Dear Spartan,
For more than 60 years, MSU has been leading the country in providing career development
support to students. Since 1955 we’ve been helping older siblings, parents, aunts & uncles,
and even grandparents.
National leadership means we’ve been among the first to provide better career services for
students:
• 1st to have one department for everything from student jobs to full time jobs to jobs
for alumni
• 1st to offer career fairs connecting employers with minority students and women
• 1st to integrate a network of career advising professionals throughout campus
• 1st major public university to use Handshake to better connect students with employers
We are dedicated to helping you find your Purpose and have the range of experiences that
will prepare you for the great adventure that comes after college.
We’ve been distributing 22,000 Career Handbooks every year, to MSU students like you.
This is valuable information because career advice for college students is different than for
college grads. As the Table of Contents suggests (page 3), this is just the good stuff:
• Tips on exploring and refining your Purpose

• Ways to access MSU career resources, in-person & online
• Tips on resumes, cover letters, interviewing and “what to wear”
• Ways to connect with employers, from job shadowing to career fairs
• Successful job search tips: internships, summer jobs, full time jobs
Who will successfully transition from college to career? Spartans Will.

Sincerely yours,
MSU Career Services Network

CareerNetwork.msu.edu
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to get the skills that PREPARE you for a life beyond college and CONNECT you to future career possibilities.
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1 getting started
Got Purpose? Purpose

I am self-aware.
I know what I value.
I have dreams and asperations.
BROAD SKILLS
“me”
Awareness
My Purpose fits in the world.
I understand what is expected
Confidence
I can contribute.
to achieve success.
I feel part of something.
I seek different perspectives
I ask questions and take
to gain insight.
action.
KNOWLEDGE
MSU strives to cultivate “T-Shaped” graduates with a depth and breadth of

knowledge and experiences that prepare you for rapidly changing workplace
requirements. Your time in and out of the classroom helps you to discover your
DEEP
Purpose, gain Confidence in your abilities, and become Aware of and understand
the perspective of others.
Got purpose? action plan:

By talking about it and thinking about it, all of you are in the v Getting to know yourself
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process of figuring out your Purpose – “…what you’re trying to
do or become.” Reflect ask yourself some basic questions to find
deeper insights
Purpose wil be your lifelong journey that’s based on - Evaluate just write down what feels right to you (and
• what you are naturally good at and enjoy doing not what others think…)
• what you get excited about or care deeply about Discuss your worksheet with someone in Career
• what fits with your personal values and ways you Services! Find out where we are on pages 10-11
prefer to operate in the world
or confirming that you’re
Over time, your Purpose will be fueled by your natural
v
n Picking your major in the right major!
skills, passions and values. As a college student, your What sounds good for when you’re all done with school?
Explore career options on pages 18-19 & 24-27
assignment is to work on identifying your Purpose so you
Major doesn’t always = your career or job title
can better target options for your career path, college Learn more by turning to page 20-21
courses and out-of-classroom experiences. Consider going to grad school?
Find out more by turning to pages 22-23
PURPOSE noun \pĕr·pĕs\

the feeling of being determined to do or achieve something;
the aim or goal of a person; what a person is trying to do or
v
n Get some experience outside of the classroom
become
Test drive your options and develop skills through
8 CareerNetwork.msu.edu real world experience
Learn more by turning to pages 28-29
Your Path to Purpose
What do you love doing? What would you be happy
to do for free? Why do you love it? What does “success” look like to you?
________________________ ___________________________
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______________________ What are you really good at?
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help)?
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Why am I in college? What

drives me to be in school?
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What is one word you’d use to
describe yourself?
When I am finished with school

what do I hope to do?
_______
__________________________ ___________________________
___________________________ ___________________________
What skills will I need beyond my college classes/ What are possible barriers between right now and my
degree? See pages 38-39 for examples of skills. desired job/career? (Plan A)
1 ________________________ 2 ________________________ 3 ________________________ 1 ____________________________________________________________________________
4 _______________________ 5 ________________________ 6 ________________________ 2 ____________________________________________________________________________

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Next Step: Talk with someone in Career Services to explore your Purpose!
1 getting started
Where is Career Services ?

hub OfFIces. College OfFIces. Career Consultants
are located in colleges to provide
1 Career Services @ Student Services customized career advising and services

focuses on early career exploration and experiential for specific majors and career fields.
learning connections for all students. This office
also helps students looking for part-time jobs.
Student Services Building
556 East Circle Dr., Room 113
(517) 355-9510 / CareerServices@csp.msu.edu Union
Ave.
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Mich
2 PhD Career Services offers academic and non-

academic career support for PhD students and
postdoctoral scholars.
Chittenden Hall
16
466 West Circle Dr., Room 130 Music
hireaPhD@msu.edu
Brody
KELLOGG
CENTER MU
3 Career Services @ The Stadium offers 19
employment resources for employers and is a LIBRARY
primary location for hosting student interviews. The

Stadium also manages the Handshake job system
and organizes 12 different career events annually.
Spartan Stadium Office Tower
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535 Chestnut Rd., Room 290 WEST
(517) 884-1300 / HireASpartan@csp.msu.edu BRESLIN SPARTAN

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career advising for all students interested in 6 We
business-related careers. They also host interviews Chestnut Rd.
with companies seeking interns or entry-level hires

In
Harrison Rd.
in business-related fields.
Broad College of Business
735 E. Shaw Ln., Room 114 Owen Hall
(517) 432-0830 / lear@broad.msu.edu
13 11
5 Graduate Career Management Wonders
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Broad College of Business

645 N. Shaw Ln., Room 211 Engi
gradcareermgt@broad.msu.edu
Wilson
6 MSU Alumni Association. Career support and

activities for Alumni Association members.
12
Spartan Stadium Office Tower Com
535 Chestnut Rd., Room 300 Arts
Holden
Dave Isbell, isbelld@msu.edu
Lisa Parker, lisap@msu.edu
19
Trowbridge Rd.
7 College of Natural Science 10 College of Social Science 14 Residential College of Arts & Humanities
Natural Science Building Berkey Hall Snyder Hall
288 Farm Lane, Room 108 509 East Circle Dr., Room 302 362 Bogue St., Room 210
Brian Telfor, LMSW, GCDF, telfor@msu.edu Amy Deitrickson, deitric4@msu.edu Allison Fox, foxallis@msu.edu
Marc Hunsaker, hunsak10@msu.edu
8 College of Agriculture
15 College of Education
& Natural Resources
Morrill Hall of Agriculture
11 College of Engineering Erickson Hall
The Center for Spartan Engineering 620 Farm Lane, Room 134
446 West Circle Dr., Room 121 1340 Engineering Building Pepa Casselman , carls173@msu.edu
Jill Cords, jcords@msu.edu careers@egr.msu.edu
16 College of Music
9 College of Arts & Letters 12 College of Communication Music Practice Building
Linton Hall Arts & Sciences 345 W. Circle Dr., Room 202
479 West Circle Dr., Room 200 ComArtSci Career Center Christine Beamer, beamerch@msu.edu
Becky Brewer, brewerre@msu.edu 181 Communication Arts & Sciences Bldg.
on Victoria Morris, morrisvi@msu.edu Karin Hanson, hanson39@msu.edu 17 Holmes
Lyman Briggs College
Randi Martinez, mart1705@msu.edu Hall
10 915 E. Shaw Ln., Room E-36A
Berkey
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MUSEUM 13 James Madison College Ed Tillett, tillett@msu.edu
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nd R South Case Hall
18 Bott
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Ave 842 Chestnut Rd., Room 328 College of Nursing
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2 1 Karissa Chabot-Purchase, kcp@msu.edu Building

Student
Linton Chittenden Services 1355 Bougue St., Room C141
MUSEUM Agriculture Natural Mason/Abbot Ed Tillett, tillett@msu.edu
Sciences
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8 7 neighborhood OfFIces.
14
Kedzie Phillips/Snyder 19 Brody Square Engagement Center
Holden Hall Engagement Center
Hubbard Hall Engagement Center
Bessey Marcus Sanderlin, sanderl3@msu.edu
AUDITORIUM
Wells
15 Shaw
Business
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Int’l. Center
McDonel 17
Shaw Lane Owen
Farm Lane
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11 WHARTON CENTER
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Wilson Rd. Hubbard
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12
Bogue St.
Communication
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Service Rd.
18
Bott Clinical Center
1 getting started
Find Career Support Online

v Info & resources at your fingertips 24/7
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CareerNetwork.msu.edu
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▶▶ Why you should visit the CareerNetwork.msu.edu website:
• Exploring Options helps you figure out your major and your career path
• Resources & Tools has tips on everything: resumes, interviewing, thank you notes, etc.
• Jobs & Internships has tips to help you find a part-time, internship or full-time job
• Services & Locations shows you how to connect with us!
▶▶ But wait, there’s more!
• Handshake- your personal career management tool

• Career Advising- meet face-to-face with experienced pros!
• Career Tools- an easier way to personalize your search for career resources
• Career Events- info on career fairs, Career Exposure events and workshops
• Student Action Plans- “what to do” for all grade levels and international students
v Handshake your personal career management tool

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▶▶ Why should you spend time at msu.joinHandshake.com?
• 6,000+ job postings targeting MSU students (need we say more? !)

• Details on career fairs, career workshops, employer info sessions
• Manage your job applications and on-campus interviews
▶▶ But wait, there’s magic!
• You can follow employers, save job searches, automate emails about new jobs and events
• The more you use Handshake, the more it customizes your homepage feed and targets
employers who are interested in what you have to offer!
Quick Guide at msu.joinHandshake.com
▶▶ Signing up for handshake is easy
• As an MSU student, your account has already been created for you!
• Go to CareerNetwork.msu.edu and click on “Handshake student login”
• Log in using your MSU Net ID and password
log in!
▶▶ Set up your profile for personalization
• Upload your resume to have Handshake fill in some of your profile

• Fill out the “Career Interests” section to better share your interests with employers
• Choose “Public Profile” to make it easier for employers to find you. You can keep
some info private (e.g., GPA)
• Only MSU connected employers can see your profile
NEW FALL 2017: Profile page upgrades!

▶▶ Discover thousands of jobs & internships!
job search
• For on campus opportunities: click on “Jobs” then search “MSU”

• You can also search by employer location and other filters
• Click on the job summary to learn more and apply!
• You apply for some jobs right in Handshake while others may direct you to an
external website. Follow the employer’s intrustions!
NEW FALL 2017: Personalized job collections
▶▶ Schedule a Career Advising appointment
• Log in to Handshake to arrange to meet with a career advisor
advising
• You can pick a date, time, appointment topic and staff member
• Tip: select a career advisor who is connected to your college or who see
“Al l Majors”
NEW FALL 2017: Career center connections & resources
▶▶ Find details about career fairs and events!
Log in to Handshake, click on “Events” then “Find Careers” button

career fair
• Fairs are listed by date or you can search by keyword

• Fair details: Date, time, location, description and a list of all employers!
NEW FALL 2017: Events page upgrades!

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2 explore your future
Steps to explore your career options

h ere are some great steps to get you started,
but remember: Your major is just one of the
factors in shaping your future career—your
interests, skills, values, and personality all play
a vital part. For more help putting the pieces
together, make an appointment with the Career
Consultant for your college or a Career Advisor at
CareerNetwork.msu.edu.
What can
I do with this
major?
I want to do
everything !
▶▶ “What can I do with this major?” is a resource for students wondering how to connect majors
to careers. You can find this at the CareerNetwork.msu.edu website in the “Exploring Options”
tab under “Choosing a Career and Major.” Click on majors to see common career areas, employers,
and strategies designed to maximize career opportunities. There are also links by major to
professional organizations, the Occupational Outlook Handbook, and job websites.
▶▶ Use Career Tools, our personalized resource search, to learn more about career fields, job
outlooks, professional organizations, job and internship opportunities, and other experiential
opportunities that can help you figure out a career path that’s a good fit for you.
▶▶ Informational interviews can be another great way to learn about specific career paths by asking
questions of professionals in career fields about which you are curious. Look on pages 24-27 for
info.
▶▶ Job shadowing can be an excellent way to explore a career up close and get a real-life experience.
Check out pages 24-27 for more information.
▶▶ Spartan Links is a group on LinkedIn (a professional networking site) that connects MSU students
to alumni working in their areas of interest. It serves as an advice hub, where students can explore
different industries and connect with people firsthand who are working in those industries. See
I’m not really ▶▶

page 59.
Career fairs aren’t just for seniors! Employers are hiring interns as well as full time. Get out and
sure what I want talk to recruiters hiring for the types of careers you are exploring. Ask them what education,
experiences, and skills they seek in successful applicants. Be a career event ambassador! We
to do . . . recruit volunteers to host employers at career events. Pages 66-67 has advice for getting results
at a career fair.
▶▶ Working on- or off-campus, volunteering, or working on a research project (venture.msu.edu) are

all excellent ways to explore specific career fields while networking with professionals, building
your skills, and enhancing your resume.
▶▶ Check Handshake for workshops, presentations, panels, and employer events that are related
to your areas of interest. And check out the Career Exposure series, designed to help you learn
about various career options in lots of popular industries. You’ll find and RSVP for these events in
Handshake.
▶▶ Check with your college Career Consultant who can help connect you with alumni and
professionals or meet with a Career Advisor who can help you lay out a plan to explore your
interests. Some colleges may have specific resources on what others who graduated in your major
are doing now. See pages 12-13 for more on career advising.
▶▶ A career assessment can help you discover your strengths and interests and connect them to
majors, extracurricular activities, and jobs/internships.
▶▶ Talk with faculty about their interests, research, and professional experiences to learn about the
field and what you will need to do and learn to succeed.
▶▶ Explore all the opportunities that www.MSU.edu has to offer! ▶▶
Steps to explore your career options

v find your purpose
n
Start by asking yourself . . .and go back to pages 8-9 for more tips!
▶▶ Who am I? Who do I want to be? ▶▶ What knowledge is important to my plans for

personal and professional development?
▶▶ Where do I want to work and live?
▶▶ What skills are my strengths? Are there skills I need
▶▶ What values guide me? What are my most important to develop? Are there things I’m good at but don’t
life goals? actually enjoy?
▶▶ What ideas excite me? What activities are most ▶▶ How have my experiences helped me grow? What
engaging? assets do my experiences bring to new settings?
▶▶ Who do I want to work with or help? ▶▶ What drives me? How do I make things happen and
create new opportunities?
v career assessments
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“I heard I can take a career test that will tell me what Taking a career assessment will help you structure your
to do . . . ” Yeah, you can do that, but they aren’t really ideas and guide you toward careers to explore further.
tests and they won’t give you the one major or career Talking with a Career Advisor about your results can
that will be right for you—but the results will help you help you see how you can use what you’ve learned to
examine, understand, and talk about how your interests, make career decisions. Learn about the types of career
personality, values, and skills combine to make you who assessments we offer at CareerNetwork.msu.edu
you are! under the “Exploring Options” tab.
v explore outside the box

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College is about exploration, discovery, and taking some Surf by CareerNetwork.msu.edu for a list of career
risks. You’ll discover so much more if you experiment events and to get more details.
along the way. Broaden your horizons by . . .
▶▶ Education Abroad is a great way to broaden
▶▶ Taking an elective outside your major that really your global perspective and develop intercultural
excites you. Employers and graduate schools value awareness. Browse study abroad options at
students who act on their passions and interests. EducationAbroad.isp.msu.edu.
▶▶ Browsing career options at a career fair. Career ▶▶ The Alternative Spartan Break Program helps you
fairs aren’t just for job seekers, they are for anyone gain insight into different commu-nities and social
interested in exploring different career options. challenges while contributing to a greater good.
It’s a great way to learn about different employers Check out asb.msu.edu.
and talk to Spartan alumni about their experiences.
Exploring may lead to new questions. Career Advisors can help you find the answers, sort through your options,
and plan next steps. Set up an appointment at CareerNetwork.msu.edu.
Liberal arts students: Major ≠ Career
i f Liberal Arts grads had a tagline, it might be “ready
for anything!” It’s your job to explore options and get
experience to narrow your focus and prepare for life after
MSU. Check out the year-by-year plan on page 9 for a useful
33% “how too...”.
of Fortune 500
CEOs have liberal 33%
arts degrees of jobs recruit from
All Majors in addition
to those that require Did you know that 50–75% of all undergraduate degree requirements are
liberal arts degrees the same, regardless of major? The last 25% (about 30 credits) is what
determines the name of your major, but most of your academic classes
are very similar to other college graduates. As for your major, liberal arts
degrees are broad by design. This makes you a versatile graduate with lots
of transferable skills to offer employers. Your degree doesn’t automatically
predefine what you can do—you can do just about anything you
want with the right combination of skills and experience!
Okay, not having a major that equates to a specific career

might make figuring out what you want to do a little
more challenging. But it also gives you many directions
in which to turn initially and provides versatility over
the life of your career. Liberal arts grads can be found
everywhere: government, nonprofits, corporations and
banks, education, and much more. As a liberal arts grad,
you’ve got a lot to offer an employer. For many students,
one of the best things to do is to focus less on your major
and more on your interests.
Like other majors, employers will expect that you

have experience when you graduate. This could include
volunteer activities, student organization involvement,
studies abroad, undergraduate research, part time jobs,
and most importantly, internships. These activities allow
you to explore what you might be interested in doing and
build important skills valuable to employers before you
graduate. Use your experiences intentionally to explore
your interests, prepare for life after MSU, and connect
with potential employers of interest.
Keep reading through the “Explore Your Future” section

(pages 18-29), in addition to the section “Perpare to Make Your Move”
(pages 50-61). And if you need help, don’t forget that your Career
Consultant or Career Advisor can help you develop a custom plan through a
career advising appointment (pages 12-13).
Thinking about graduate school
Why go to ▶▶ You want to know more and be able to use that knowledge
to help people, research, teach, make a great discovery . . .
In order to advance in some fields—such as social work,
public administration, education, and business—you may
graduate As a graduate or professional student, you become part of need to complete a professional master’s program.
school ? the process for advancing and creating knowledge in your

field. Be prepared for changes—the expectations from ▶▶ You want to make more money. Having an advanced
faculty members are different than for undergrads and are degree does not always translate to more money. Salaries
far more demanding. for someone with an advanced degree vary by profession,
job market, and location. Advanced degrees do not always
▶▶ The career you want requires an advanced degree. mean better chances of finding a job, either. The key here
Clearly, if you want to be a doctor, a lawyer, or a faculty is to do some solid research on your profession and the
researcher, an advanced professional degree is required. demand for people with advanced degrees.
▶▶ Talk with current graduate students and faculty or professionals in your field. Ask them why
they chose graduate or professional school. How has it helped them in their careers and life goals?
How can I
What advice would they give to a student thinking about graduate school? decide if grad
▶▶ Attend our new Graduate and Law School Fair in October to meet and get information from school is right
recruiters representing schools and programs around the country. Get more details on career events
at CareerNetwork.msu.edu.
for me ?
What do I have ▶▶ Admissions requirements will vary from program to

program. Find out for each program:
require a personal statement in which you describe
yourself, your goals, and the reasons why you want to
to do in order • preferred undergraduate majors or coursework, if any
• GPA requirements
continue your studies in a particular program at that
school. See page 47 for more info on writing personal
to apply ? • standardized tests (GRE, GMAT, etc.)
• academic or work skills preferred

statements.
• application deadlines. ▶▶ Need some more guidance? Make an appointment with

your Career Consultant or Career Advisor to discuss your
▶▶ Experience is an asset in any graduate/professional graduate or professional school search and application
school application. Grad schools like students who have process.
undergrad research experience (see venture.msu.edu for
opportunities). Some graduate and professional programs ▶▶ More information. You can find a list of factors to consider
may require 1–5 years of work experience prior to applying. in choosing a graduate school, information on personal
statements, and more at CareerNetwork.msu.edu under
▶▶ Graduate and professional school applications usually the “Exploring Options” tab.
v if you’re considering
n
graduate school
The MSU website grad.msu.edu offers a variety
of resources from how to apply to graduate
school to how to fund your graduate education.
Other great sources for information on applying,

funding, and/or locating programs:
▶▶ Search in Career Tools using “Grad School”

filter: CareerNetwork.msu.edu/search
▶▶ Peterson’s, at petersons.com, allows you to

search for programs by type, degree offered,
and location, and get info on financing your
advanced degree, test preparation, and more.
▶▶ PhDs.org allows students to run customized

rankings from the National Research Council.
This site also includes articles about applying
to graduate school.
▶▶ GradSchools.com offers articles about

graduate education and tips about the
graduate admissions process.
▶▶ “Diverse Issues in Higher Education” at

DiverseEducation.com/top100 provides
rankings of graduate programs in each
discipline by minority student participation.
▶▶ Interfolio.com is a web-based service that

can hold letters, evaluations, and unofficial
transcripts for candidates applying to
graduate/professional schools or seeking
employment in the field of education;
documents kept in your file will be sent out
upon your request. Open a credential file by
going to Interfolio’s website and starting an
account. Note that this is a fee-for-service
resource. See Interfolio.com for pricing.
CareerNetwork.msu.edu 23 23
Building Awareness & Confidence

s ometimes it can feel like you’re supposed to have it all figured
out—what you’re going to major in, what you’re going to do after
college. Sometimes it can feel like you’re supposed to know what
you’re going to do for the rest of your life!
The truth is that our lives can take turns we didn’t ever expect, the
path we start off on ends up somewhere new, and the real day-to-day
work in our careers isn’t always what we envisioned.
When making decisions about what majors, fields, and careers might
be a good fit, one of the best ways to gather information can also
help you to make professional contacts that can last you a lifetime.
v informational interviewing
n & job shadowing
▶▶ Talking to current professionals is a great way to the potential pros and cons of a particular profession
determine if a career field is for you. An informational or industry. You will also discover what workplace skills
interview is a 10–30 minute conversation with someone and career-related experiences are essential to being
working in a position or field that interests you. successful in your chosen field.
▶▶ During a typical job shadowing visit, you “shadow” an ▶▶ The process for setting up an informational interview or
employee at work for a couple of hours, or even a full day. job shadowing visit is the same—for a job shadow, you are
The visit provides an up-close look at the workplace and just asking for a bit more time. Consider starting with an
the “real job” from an employee’s view. You have a chance to informational interview, and following up with a job shadow
observe daily office activities, ask questions, and consider if you want to get a deeper view.
v finding people to interview or shadow

n
▶▶ Friends, family, and professors. You will be amazed at ▶▶ Social networks. Are you on Facebook? Twitter? LinkedIn?
how many contacts you may be able to make through Do you blog? Social networks grow daily, and new ones
existing relationships. are always just around the corner. Tap into your existing
friends, followers, connections and readers by reaching out
▶▶ Career research tools include a searchable database of to them for the info you’re seeking. See page 59 for more
employers, including contact info (see page 12). You might on using social media and networking.
be surprised how many professionals are willing to talk
with you about their careers and professional experiences. ▶▶ Attending career fairs can be very useful even if you
aren’t looking for a job. Go to career events and check out
▶▶ SpartanLinks. Alumni join SpartanLinks to share their the Career Exposure Series to connect with alumni and
stories and expertise with students. Use your Spartan employers right here on campus. Then take it a step further
connections to meet people who want to help you! (See with an informational interview or job shadow.
page 59 for more information.) ▶▶
benefits
▶▶ Learning. If you want to find out what a specific career path has to offer, what the positives
and negatives are within an organization’s culture, or which academic major will best
prepare you for a selected career path, why not ask the people who are already working
within that field?
▶▶ Building relationships. In a recent national survey, 70% of respondents reported they

got their present position because of a personal contact. The earlier you start building
relationships with people in your field of interest, the stronger they will be when you
actually begin your job hunt later on.
▶▶ Linking. See how your skill development, courses, and academic planning can connect to
your future success on the job.
Building Awareness & Confidence
v connecting with people

n
▶▶ First, know your purpose. Be clear with yourself, and with ▶▶ Asking about setting up an info interview or job shadow
them, about why a conversation with them will be helpful might happen face-to-face with someone you know or
to you. How much do you already know? How can they help meet at an event—and that’s great. For others, starting
you fill in the gaps? with an email request works well. (See the sample email at
right for ideas of what you might say). Give your contact a
▶▶ What do you have in common? Are they a Spartan? Do reasonable amount of time to respond (at least one week)
you have a shared contact? Are you members of the same and then follow up with a phone call if needed.
social organization or network?
▶▶ Hit all the main points. Explain who you are and how you
▶▶ Ask for what you’re looking for. Be realistic about found them, demonstrate that you’ve already done some
schedules and time constraints—don’t ask for a meeting research, and request a meeting.
with less than two weeks’ notice or for more than 30–45
minutes of their time for an initial discussion.
v before the visit
n
sample informational interview request
▶▶ Research the employer and/or industry
you will be observing. See information on
job search strategies on pages 50-59 for Dear Mr./Ms. _______________________ :
ways to research employers and fields
of interest. I am a sophomore at MSU focusing on art history, professional writing, and Spanish.
▶▶ Choose 10–15 questions to ask the Careers that combine multi-media communication skills with socially conscious
employee you talk to. An outline for work are very interesting to me and I’m currently exploring those kinds of options.
conducting informational interviews, I’m a member of MSU’s SpartanLinks group on LinkedIn and found you through the
including sample questions you might ask
can be found at CareerNetwork.msu.edu, Communications, Media & Public Relations subgroup.
under the “Exploring Options” tab.
Your background in journalism and nonprofit management at the _______________________

▶▶ Confirm the time/date and plan for travel
to the meeting site. Foundation and _______________________ Associates is fascinating to me. I know that you are
very busy, but if you have the time, I would love to set up a meeting (no more than 30
▶▶ Bring a notebook and pen and take notes! minutes) to learn more about how a fellow Spartan got started on this kind of path.
I am planning a trip to Chicago for next month—if your schedule allows, I am hoping
that I can arrange my dates around our meeting. If a phone conversation would work
v after the visit
n better for you that would be fine too.
▶▶ Send a thank-you note. See page 44 for
information on writing thank-you letters.
Thank you for your time,
▶▶ Take time to assess what you learned
about the skills and work experiences
needed to pursue your career interests.
your name
Are there skills you need to gain? What are
your next steps?
sample informational interview thank you

Dear Nadia –
Thank you for taking the time to meet with me [at the cafe/your offices/via skype] to share your career insights and advice.
I was really [impressed/excited/interested] to learn about [issue/trend/opportunity] you mentioned.
Here also is the article I mentioned about some of the ways MSU is seeking to address [whatever issue you discussed]:
www.msu.edu/msutoday. I’d love to hear your take on it if you get a moment.
Thanks again for the investment you’ve made in me. Best wishes for a great spring; I look forward to staying in touch.
Sincerely,
Emma Zimmerman
Develop skills through experience

i t doesn’t matter what your major is, employers and graduate
schools look for students who have experience. Why is this so
important? It helps you build skills that are essential to professional
success and apply them in different settings. The good news is there
are lots of ways for you to build skills and experience in college.
v have you considered . . . ?

n
▶▶ Working a part-time job helps you demonstrate your work ethic, build
workplace skills, and learn how organizations operate. Check Handshake
for all the latest part-time job openings for you.
▶▶ Volunteering or getting involved in service-learning helps you make a

difference in the community and learn how to work in diverse economic,
social, and cultural environments. Go to ServiceLearning.msu.edu for
opportunities.
▶▶ Doing undergraduate research helps you gain complex reasoning,

problem-solving, and communication skills while building a mind for
innovation. See venture.msu.edu for opportunities.
▶▶ Being an active member or leader of a student organization can help

you gain project management, teamwork, and leadership skills. Check
out over 500 student organizations on StudentLife.msu.edu.
▶▶ Serving as career fair ambassador gives you behind-the-scenes insight

into what employers are looking for in candidates and opportunities to
broaden your professional contacts too. Search Handshake for career
▶▶ An internship is:
• An on-site work experience
What is an fair ambassador opportunities and sign up today!
directly related to career

goals and/or fields of interest
internship? ▶▶ Experiences help increase your competitiveness for
internships, fellowships, and cooperative education
• Supervised, emphasizing learning opportunities. To download a copy of the 12 Essentials
and professional development for Success: Competencies Employers Seek in College
• Evaluative, providing a system for feedback Graduates, go to CareerNetwork.msu.edu and click on
and communication “Career Guides” under the “Resources + Tools” tab.
▶▶ An internship is not:
• Routine, repetitive tasks unrelated to identified
learning goals
• A job that does not offer career-related learning
opportunities and experiences

• Unsupervised, non-evaluated experiences
v
n internships for every major!
Internships are challenging work opportunities related to critical skills new professionals need to be competitive in
your major or intended career that force you to reflect and the workplace such as risk-taking, leadership, cooperation,
integrate your college learning in the professional world. critical thinking, and problem solving. Exactly what employers
value most!
According to MSU’s Collegiate Employment Research
Institute, students who intern earn 10% more over their Internships come in many shapes and sizes. They also vary
lifetime than those who don’t. Why the increase? Current a lot between career fields and employers. Internships can
research indicates that internships today are equal to entry be paid or unpaid, for-credit or not-for-credit, part-time or
level jobs five years ago, which gives students who have full-time, and they can be done at any time during the year, not
completed internships a competitive advantage in managing just in the summer.
the pace and expectations of professional work.
Some academic programs, like engineering, offer cooperative
More significant is the skills advantage interns develop education placements (co-ops) which are special partnerships
through their experience. Quality internships focus on the between a student, an employer, and a college or university.
v
n finding internships
▶▶ Check out CareerNetwork.msu.edu under the “Jobs + school year.
Internships” tab for everything you need to get started.
▶▶ Meet with a Career Advisor or Career Consultant for your
▶▶ Use Handshake to search for internship positions, on- college to discuss and create an internship search plan that
campus interviewing and career fairs. You can also “follow” fits with your goals and interests.
employers you’re interested in working for to stay up to
date on their events and opportunities. ▶▶ Identify employers of interest and contact them directly!
▶▶ Consider an internship on or near campus during the ▶▶ See pages 50-59 for more on developing a search strategy.
v
n getting the most out of your internship
▶▶ Set goals. Before you begin, sit down with your supervisor Building quality professional relationships during your
and establish several realistic goals for your learning internship is vital to lifelong career success.
experience. Ask, “What results should I be working
toward?” Use these goals to evaluate yourself throughout ▶▶ Take the initiative. Some experiences are well-defined
your experience. with specific outcomes provided, others are not. In
either case, don’t sit back and wait! Your employer will be
▶▶ Know your place. You will be working with professionals impressed when you see a problem or issue and address it.
who have many more years of experience in the field When you take ownership in your work, you’ll find it more
than you. Remember you do not have all the answers. rewarding.
Communicate respectfully to all employees—those with
a college degree, and those without. At the same time, ▶▶ Build relationships. Learning about your chosen field can
don’t be afraid to share your ideas. Sometimes a fresh be an enjoyable experience. Connect with other students
perspective is just what your employer needs. and employees both inside and outside of the work
environment. Take it upon yourself to organize after-work
▶▶ Find a mentor. If your employer does not provide you with social activities if they are not planned for you. Remember
someone who will coach you and answer your questions, to show a strong work ethic throughout your experience,
seek out employees who will agree to serve in that role. and you will be respected by those with whom you work.
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v Who needs a resume?
n v Parts of a resume
n
You need a resume! The time to start working on your “college”
1 Contact information
▶▶
resume is as early as Freshman Orientation.
• Contains name, email, and phone number

Address and LinkedIn profile link are optional
v Why do I need a resume?
•
n
▶▶ To tell your story by communicating your skills, experiences 2 Education
and accomplishments.
• Includes school, location, expected degree, graduation date (month, year)
• List Michigan State University information first!
High school should be deleted after first year of college
v How do I get started?
•
n
▶▶ Follow the steps on the next few pages of the Career 3 Experience: both paid and unpaid
Handbook to help you create and update your resume.
No resume template needed! • Includes job title, company name, city, state, dates (month-month, year)
• Contains short bulleted statements, starting with action verbs that go
beyond listing job duties
For more on writing bullet points, turn to pages 34-35
v Formatting Checklist
•
n
• Font is black type, consistently used throughout and size 4 Activities/Leadership:
10.5 or larger
• Font is easy to read (e.g., Arial, Georgia, Calibri or Tahoma) • Focuses on activities that suggest you are well-rounded: teamwork,
• Verb tense is consistent (i.e., put present experiences in creativity, volunteering, leadership, interests
present tense and past experiences in past tense)
• Limit resume to 1 page!
• Margins are reasonable (no less than .5”) and balanced: 5 Skills/Certifications:
Leave room for white space!
• Proofread: No spelling or grammatical errors! ▶▶ e.g., computer/technical , language, special trainings, etc
• Information is accurate, up to date and isn’t redundant
• Resume highlights can be skimmed in less than 15 • Includes your level of skill (e.g., proficient, basic knowledge, some training)
seconds • Avoids listing soft-skills that are hard to measure (e.g., good listener, hard
worker, quick learner)
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• 125 cumulaOve community service hours
3 Senior Class Vice-President

Experience
North Street High Student Government, City, MI

August 2016–May 2017
• Served as official liaison between Student Government and NSH administraOon

• Facilitated monthly senior class meeOngs with 25 student government members
• Spearheaded “Fall Carnival” fundraiser that raised over $1,900 for senior class trip
• Oversaw 10 colleagues on Homecoming and Prom Planning Commi&ees
Youth Counselor May 2015–August 2017

North Street YMCA, City, MI
• Supervised 35 youth campers ranging from 7 to 10 years old
• Coordinated daily acOviOes for campers to keep them acOve and engaged
• Planned an end of summer event for 200 campers with a group of 4 other counselors
Assistant Trainer, Crew Member October 2014–May 2015

McDonalds, City, MI
• Received 2 ‘Outstanding Customer Service’ awards for performance
• Trained between 2 and 5 new Crew Members each quarter, providing ongoing coaching and mentoring
during their iniOal months on the job
• Collaborated with a team of 5 to provide efficient service in a fast-paced environment
4 Member, North Street High Track Team, City, MI

Ac-vi-es
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• Commi&ed 10 hours per week to pracOce and to developing team-building skills
Volunteer, Boys & Girls Club, City, MI June 2015–August 2015
• Worked with youth between 3-5 hours per week on interpersonal skills and relaOonships
5
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• Proficient in Microsok Word, Microsok PowerPoint, and Adobe Photoshop

• CerOfied in CPR/First Aid
resume space allocation

As a general rule, follow this formula to determine
how much space you should give to specific kinds of
content:
• Name and contact info: 5%
• Education: 10–15%
• Relevant experience and/or skills: 75%
• Other (activities, awards, memberships, computer
skills, interests, etc.): 5–10%
3 prepare to communicate
Bullet points & action verbs!

v
n
▶▶
Creating an evidence-based resume a
Your resume is a marketing tool that can help you “sell” yourself in a
ction verbs should start all of your resume bullet
points. Organized here by skill areas, these action
verbs are dynamic words that will provide greater
competitive job market.
evidence of your skills.
▶▶ You should create an evidence-based resume to:
• Evaluate your experiences to demonstrate your skills, accomplishments

and potential
• Gain confidence because you understand who you are and can share what
you have to offer
• Provide specific proof to the resume reader that you are a great candidate analysis
for the job!
determined prescribed
devised prioritized
v Write strong evidence-based bullet points
n analyzed diagnosed projected
ascertained estimated questioned
using the WHO Method assessed evaluated rated
compared examined recommended
• W- What did you do (tasks/project) computed forecasted researched
• H- How did you do the work (skills, strategies, methods, tools, techniques, conceptualized formulated scrutinized
attitudes) concluded integrated studied
• O- Outcomes associated with the work (results, impact, contribution, confirmed investigated substantiated
intention, scope) critiqued justified synthesized
deciphered measured validated
deliberated negotiated verified
Don’t forget!
communication Pay attention to
explained
informed the verb tense used
interpreted describing each
addressed lectured
apprised marketed experience.
arbitrated
attested
persuaded
presented
initiative
authored promoted coordinated increased multiplied
clarified publicized created initiated overhauled
communicated queried accelerated dedicated innovated pioneered
composed reported accomplished demonstrated inspired revamped
convinced spoke achieved enriched introduced revised
corresponded summarized acquired established launched spearheaded
drafted translated advanced expanded minimized stimulated
edited wrote bolstered expedited mobilized suggested
boosted implemented modernized updated
built improved modified upgraded
brainstormed creativity organization centralized organized
constructed charted oriented
designed classified planned
engineered collected processed
envisioned compiled purchased
fabricated arranged consolidated recorded
illustrated assembled correlated regulated
produced budgeted indexed scheduled
shaped calculated linked systematized
visualized catalogued orchestrated tabulated
problem-
solving
extracted refined settled accommodated balanced
finalized reformed solicited adapted converted flexibility
aided fulfilled rehabilitated solved adjusted grew
alleviated generated reinforced streamlined altered improvised
ameliorated identified rejuvenated strengthened amended tailored
augmented interceded relieved supplemented
counseled invented remedied transformed
customized lightened remodeled
debugged polished repaired
eased procured restored
elevated reconciled retrieved
leadership
enlarged rectified revitalized
extended reduced revived directed influenced
educated instructed
administered elicited interviewed
advised employed judged
allocated empowered led
assisted allowed enabled moderated
Action verbs are also collaborated appointed encouraged monitored

contributed
teamwork approved endorsed motivated
for cover letters cooperated assigned enhanced officiated
& interviews! mediated

participated
authorized
chaired
facilitated
fostered
recruited
sanctioned
partnered coached founded supervised
delegated guided trained
designated hired
. . . and audited exercised prepared sought

more ! certified familiarized programmed specified
commissioned figured realized submitted
committed guaranteed related surveyed
acted consented indicated reserved sustained
activated contracted instituted reviewed traced
added disbursed involved satisfied transacted
admitted dispatched issued screened transmitted
apportioned displayed licensed secured valued
appraised enlisted maintained served
approximated excelled operated set
attained executed performed smoothed
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▶▶ Resumes are most often skimmed in seconds (and read
Education
more carefully later at interview) Michigan State University; East Lansing, MI May 2018
Bachelor of Arts, Psychology
 Minors: Education and Spanish
▶▶ Employers are most interested in what you’ve done  GPA: 3.91; Dean’s List (all eligible semesters); National Society of Collegiate Scholars
recently Comparative Cultures in Ecuador; Quito, Ecuador May 2015 - Aug. 2015
Study Abroad Program Participant
 Participated in an 8 credit intensive Spanish language and cultural immersion experience
▶▶ Resume “keywords” can be found on job descriptions and  Volunteered at a local orphanage, built a new common room, and engaged 3-7 children weekly
 Strengthened cross-cultural skills by building relationships with on-site instructors and local residents
employer websites
Experience
NorthWest Initiative; Lansing, MI June 2017 - Present
▶▶ Use active, skills-based words in bullet points Community Outreach Intern
 Recruit 4 nonprofit organizations and 5 business partners to sponsor and attend workshops and events
aimed at building healthy communities through youth engagement and food system development
 Maintain database of 500 contacts, update events website regularly, and create promotional plans
 Oversee team of 12 volunteers for event set-up, registration, food service, and take-down
creating bullet points: the WHO method  Compile conference evaluation reports and make recommendations to Executive Director
J.Crew; East Lansing, MI December 2015 - Present

Sales Associate
 Assist manager in training new hires, on-boarding 15 new associates to date
Most employers can look at job titles and accurately guess WHAT  Memorize promotions and special order processes to provide expertise for customers
you did. What excites them more is to know HOW you completed the  Independently processed credit cards, cash transactions, bank deposits, and other store reports accurately
 Expeditiously resolved customer concerns to maintain positive relationships and brand loyalty
work and the OUTCOMES of your contributions.
Michigan House of Representatives; Lansing, MI January 2015 - May 2015
Office Support Intern
Before: Provided quality customer service  Composed 10-12 formal responses to constituents each week on legislative-related topics
 Used Democratic Party database to maintain constituent contacts on local, state, and federal concerns
 Addressed high volume calls (20-30 daily), prepared presentations for weekly committee hearings, and
After: Expeditiously resolved customer concerns to maintain managed office’s digital and physical records, ensuring accuracy and professionalism on all fronts
positive relationships and brand loyalty
Refugee Development Center; East Lansing, MI August 2015 - December 2015
Volunteer High School Mentor/Tutor
How: Focus on the outcomes (“positive relationships and brand  Overcame cultural and language barriers with 30+ students by remaining open and encouraging
loyalty”) to show your impact  Adapted lessons and activities to students’ learning styles and varying levels of proficiency
 Coached students weekly in reading, writing, pronunciation, and cultural practices
Before: Worked with a diverse group of people Additional Experience

Nanny for middle-school student with special needs; Holt, MI March 2016 - Present
Spanish Tutor/Mentor at Southside Community Coalition; Lansing, MI Oct. 2015 - Dec. 2015
After: Overcame cultural and language barriers with 30+ students by
remaining open and encouraging Skills Profile
 Language: English (native); Spanish (intermediate)
 Technical: Photoshop (beginner); Excel & Google Sheets (intermediate); website updates (beginner)
How: Instead of concentrating on what you did, emphasize your
strategies for overcoming challenges
▶▶ Your first draft: Just write something down (then edit to make it
better)
▶▶ For most jobs, colored paper, funky fonts and fancy graphics aren’t
going to help your resume to stand out in a good way
▶▶ Your resume should look clean, familiar and professional
▶▶ Save your resume as a PDF (unless an employer asks for a Word doc)
Taylor Levine
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EDUCATION
Bachelor of Science, Human Biology
Michigan State University | Lyman Briggs College | East Lansing, MI
May 2019
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 Minor in Bioethics
EXPERIENCE ▶▶ Leave out personal information

Research Technician Sep. 2017 - Present
MSU Environmental Health & Safety Lab | East Lansing, MI
 Perform diagnostic testing on fume hoods throughout over 50 MSU laboratories
▶▶ Use extreme caution when sharing your GPA
 Determine cubic feet per minute and face velocities of air ducts as well as room pressurization and
satisfactory standards for lab and fume hood safety
 Record data from testing and evaluations using Excel and provide reports to laboratory managers
▶▶ List experiences with most recent first
 Establish and maintain both written and oral communication between lab director and senior
industrial hygienist
 Collaborate with 3 coworkers to create graphs, images, and other files used in staff training ▶▶ use bullet points
 Certification in Chemical Hygiene, Laboratory Safety, and Hazardous Waste Management
Resident Assistant, Holmes Hall Aug. 2017 - Present ▶▶ Use active, skills-based words in bullet points
MSU Residence Education and Housing Services | East Lansing, MI
 Develop programs for social outreach and community development for over 1,000 residents
 Administer course and career guidance for first and second-year undergraduate students
 Resident Assistant of the Year, spring 2017
Emergency Room Student Volunteer
Beaumont Health Systems | Troy, MI
 Recognized for exceeding performance expectations and taking initiative
May 2017 – Aug. 2017
bullet points using the WHO method
 Learned to work and adapt in a fast-pasted environment while assisting health care providers
 Communicated with triage nurse regarding changes in the severity of patients’ symptoms to Before: Input data and provide reports
provide them with a comfortable and safe environment while waiting to see a physician
Participant Spring 2016 After: Record data from testing and evaluations using Excel and
MSU Alternative Spring Break Program | Camden, New Jersey
provide reports to laboratory managers
 Developed an increased awareness, understanding, and appreciation of cultural differences and
socio-economic backgrounds
 Completed over 60 service hours with organizations such as New Vision Homeless Shelter, The How: Communicate your skills gained by describing the “tools” used
Francis House for HIV/AIDs, and Hope Network to complete your work
Front Desk Receptionist Aug. 2015 – July 2017
MSU Career Services | East Lansing, MI
 Compiled over 200 new job postings into database using attention to detail to ensure accuracy
Before: Assisted supervisor by compiling job postings
 Communicated with diverse clientele including students, staff, professors, and employers
 Utilized problem solving skills to remain professional when responding to stress-related situations After: Compiled over 200 new job postings into database using
AFFILIATIONS attention to detail to ensure accuracy
 Human Biology Club; Volunteer Chair Sep. 2016 - Present How: Add scope to your resume by sharing numbers (“200”) that
 Read to Succeed; Volunteer Tutor Mar. 2017 - Present provide proof of your impact
 Girl Scouts of America; Lifetime Member Jan. 2014 - Present
Online applications ▶▶ Avoid outdated contact info
Many employers are required to have you complete an online ▶▶ No photos of yourself
application (in addition to your resume)
▶▶ No Objective statement
Use the same care and attention to detail as you would when writing
your resume
▶▶ Don’t write in paragraphs
Save your resume as a Word doc to make it easier to cut and paste in
the online application fields ▶▶ Don’t include: “References available on request”
▶▶ Stick with black type on white paper
For more Resume Samples: CareerNetwork.msu.edu/SampleResumes

Resume sample & references

Amanda K. Getajob
430 Park Ln., Milford, IL 60953  (815) 555-5555  getajob@msu.edu  www.linkedin.com/akgetajob
EDUCATION
Michigan State University, East Lansing, MI May 2018
Eli Broad College of Business
Bachelor of Arts, Supply Chain Management
Minor in International Business
Major GPA: 3.75/4.00; Cumulative GPA: 3.35/4.00
Sparty Foundation Scholarship Recipient; Dean’s List: 3 Semesters
International Business Study Abroad, Western Europe May 2016
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
General Motors, Detroit, MI June – Aug. 2016
Supply Chain Intern
● Increased next-day deliveries of dealer referral orders by 50 lines per month, impacting 100 dealers in
North America through the creation of a new order pulling process
● Executed a regional $100,000 materials budget to reduce the expense of required materials
● Managed relationships with 3 suppliers to ensure a collaborative relationship and maximize the
interactions
● Presented potential cost-savings plan to 12 upper level executives for further review
EY, Chicago, IL May – Aug. 2015

Core Tax Intern
● Collaborated with a team of 6 interns and professional staff to complete compliance work, finishing 4
weeks ahead of the budgeted schedule
● Provided tax compliance services on an international, federal, state, and local to multiple clients,
including trusts and multinational corporations
● Developed an Excel workbook to expedite the preparation process resulting in time saving in excess of
150 hours
OTHER RELATED EXPERIENCE

Michigan State University Culinary Services, East Lansing, MI Jan. 2015 – Present
Student Cook
● Provided courteous and prompt customer service to guests in a dining hall for approximately 7,500
● Attained full responsibility for completion of daily projects of front-kitchen team and supervision of 4
other co-workers in the front kitchen
● Mentored a novice prep chef in basics of food preparation until she attained sufficient competence to be
independent contributor to team
● Ensured all service and preparation areas were kept clean and met sanitation standards
Lindow’s Lawns, Milford, IL Summers 2014, 2015

Exterior Designer
● Increased revenue by over 9% by implementing “Sunday Special” lawn care promotion
● Designed and implemented a training program to onboard 4 new staff members
● Managed and held responsibility for balancing daily cash flow of $300
ACTIVITIES & SKILLS

MSU Supply Chain Management Association, Vice President Aug. 2016 – Present
Phi Chi Theta, Professional Business Fraternity, Member Aug. 2014 – Present
Deloitte Financial Accounting Case Competition, Participant Aug. 2015 – June 2016
Chinese and English Language, Fluent
Bloomberg Certified in Equities and Commodities
38 CareerNetwork.msu.edu For more Resume Samples: CareerNetwork.msu.edu/SampleResumes

Amanda K. Getajob
430 Park Ln., Milford, IL 60953  (815) 555-5555  getajob@msu.edu  www.linkedin.com/akgetajob
PROFESSIONAL REFERENCES
Mr. Marcus Washington, former internship supervisor

Supply Chain Manager, General Motors How to find people for references
(313) 555-0101
marcus.w@gm.com & recommendations
Ms. Leann Vollman, current supervisor Start early (now!) and be intentional about cultivating
Chef & Student Cook Supervisor, Michigan State University Culinary Services
(517) 555-0135 (and maintaining!) relationships with your professors,
leannvol@msu.edu employers/supervisors, student org advisors, and
others. Meet with Career Services for more tips on
Dr. Kelley Cochran, study abroad faculty leader
how to initiate and sustain connections.
Director of International Business Study Abroad Program, Michigan State University
(517) 555-0197
kelleyco@msu.edu
Mr. Marc Chen, advisor for student organization

Advisor, Michigan State University Supply Chain Management Association
(517) 555-0162
Chen1234@msu.edu
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Tip #1: Figure out who to ask Tip #1: Strategic selection
Choose people who know you well and will provide a positive review of Ask for a recommendation letter from people you know who can speak to
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performance in a professional or classroom setting. Approach people you’ve academic advisors) and which can speak to your fit for the profession
worked with recently (they’ll remember more about you!) (current/former supervisors, mentors who know you well).
Tip #2: Ask for permission and provide context Tip #2: Choose current contacts
Ask people if they’ll be your Reference before sharing their contact People who know you well today (vs. two years ago) will be best positioned
information. Provide them with your resume and relevant job postings so to speak on your behalf. Prioritize recent or well-maintained contacts over
they can better advocate on your behalf! older ones!
Tip #3: Have your references page ready to go!

Create a polished, stand-alone References page that matches the Tip #3: Submit your request 4-6 weeks in advance
formatting of your resume (and don’t include on your resume Reference Provide clear instructions (format, submission steps), copies of your
info or write “…available upon request.”) Only provide references when application materials, and a deadline. Bonus points if you remind them what
requested! aspects of your application they’re best positioned to speak about. Always
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a nytime you send a resume, always include a cover letter, even
if the employer doesn’t request one or says “optional”! Your
cover letter is a sales pitch because it clearly states why you
want the job and why you are qualified.
v features
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▶▶ Length: 1 page; 4-5 paragraphs ▶▶ Purpose: A compelling argument for why you should be
granted an interview via what skills you have to offer
▶▶ Tone: Business casual: professional, clear, direct writing
style ▶▶ Content: show that you understand the employer, the
position, and have done your research
v stuck getting started?

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▶▶ Try writing a letter to someone you know well – a parent, skills, what are the top 3 reasons the employer should
advisor, professor or teacher. Tell them about the position interview you for this job?
you’re applying for, how you found it, why you’re interested
or excited, why you think you would be a good candidate, ▶▶ Take this draft and put it into cover letter form; brush up
what parts of the job you’re ready to take on, and what you the wording to sound more formal and professional, and
know and like about the employer. Of all your strengths and organize for skimability and polish.
v final checklist
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Proofread grammar, spelling, and content
(mistakes can wreck your chances)
Letter design matches resume (header, font,

layout, etc)
Letter is customized for this job & employer
Address the letter to a specific individual;

contact HR or Spartans working there to
research the best name to use.
Insert digital signature for tech savvy and

professional polish
1 Avery Black
231-123-4567 | averyb@msu.edu | www.linkedin.com/ablack
2 November 14, 2016
3
Dr. Esther Washington, Director of Museum Education
American Museum of DC
1000 Jefferson Dr SW
v parts of a cover letter
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Washington, DC 20560
4 Dear Dr. Washington,
I am writing to express my interest in the position of Visitor Education Intern at The American
1 YOUR NAME, digital ADDRESS, PHONE
NUMBER, and EMAIL ADDRESS. Can be
5 Museum of DC. Your reputation internationally is what attracted me to the position listed on
AAMC.org internship page. I believe my education, experience, and interests make me a strong
intern candidate for your team. formatted in standard business letter
Education: As a Psychology major (with minors in Spanish and Education) at Michigan State
University, my coursework has prepared me to interact and communicate effectively with
format or as it appears on your resume.
museum visitors from diverse backgrounds. I have grown my research, writing, speaking, and
teamwork skills though my course assignments and presentations. I have also managed my
time with a heavy course load and multiple deadlines while maintaining a 3.91 GPA. I’ve
completed work for diverse professors which has prepared me to work effectively with the intern
supervisors at the Museum and exceed their expectations. With this background, I believe I can
2 DATE.
get up to speed and contribute successfully to the Visitor Education program this summer.
Experience: As a Community Outreach intern with the NorthWest initiative, I developed a

strong track record of outreach, event logistics, and program assessment. I learned to interact 3 CONTACT. Use an individual’s name,
with families, children with special needs, and people from diverse backgrounds with my
undergraduate research project, home care jobs, and working with orphans in Ecuador. I whenever possible.
developed a detail orientation and active listening skills working with the FACES research
6 project, while at the Michigan House of representatives, I learned to communicate in a
4 SALUTATION.
professional setting with diplomacy on a variety of topics. Further, my 2 years of Spanish and
volunteer work in Equator have helped me understand a global perspective for coworkers,
supervisors, and visitors. I believe all of these skills would translate to strong intern
performance at the museum.
Interest: I’m very interested in the intersection of human communication, learning, and culture.
Helping visitors access information and artifacts around our shared cultural heritage would be
an outstanding opportunity for me to work and grow. I was especially attracted to your new
5 FIRST PARAGRAPH. State the reason you
exhibit, The Cultures and Calendars of the Americas which blends many elements of my are writing, explain the type of work you
professional interests. In addition, your reputation as an innovative collections-holding
institution (especially the way you take an interactive approach to the visitor education
experience) would be an exciting program to learn from and experience as an emerging
are interested in, or the specific position
professional. The American Museum visitor intern program would be a perfect place for me to
build upon what I’ve done in the past and I’m thrilled to be considered. you are applying for, and indicate how you
In summary, with outstanding preparation and experience, I would love to discuss the position learned about the employer and/or the
7 with you further. I’m excited about the prospect of working as an intern with the American
Museum and I look forward to hearing from you soon. Thank you for your time and opening.
consideration.
8 Sincerely,
9 Avery Black
Taylor Levine
Avery Black
1 www.linkedin.com/TaylorLevine | 248.987.6543 | taylor.levine@gmail.com
2 May 4, 2017
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Executive Director, Michigan Chapter
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6 BODY PARAGRAPH(S). Be specific about 24738 Orchard Hills Rd. Ste 700
Detroit, MI 48201
why you are interested in the position and
show your enthusiasm. Briefly summarize 4 Dear Mr. Sullivan,
some of your strongest qualifications to do I’m writing regarding the Talk Steps Walk Coordinator position located in Detroit, MI. As an
English major, I am attracted to a career where I can use my strong communication skills to
the work. Consider this from the employer’s
5 directly help people. This position would allow me to coordinate with many people in order
to plan successful Walks, supporting the CCFA’s goal of improving Crohn’s & Colitis patients’
point of view by linking your skills to specific lives through research. Being very familiar with your organization personally and in
networking with the Gastrointestinal Student Group that I lead at Michigan State University,
requirements in the job description. Show I was excited to see the listing for this position on idealist.org.
what you have to offer the employer; don’t This opportunity would be an excellent fit for both my personality and skills. As reflected on
my resume, in my recent internship at NorthWest Initiative, I had the opportunity to plan a
just daydream about what the employer can neighborhood conference from the group up, which involved honing many important event-
planning skills such as those you are seeking in a Walk Manager: developing a promotional
offer you. plan to publicize the event, working within budgets and timelines, mobilizing local business
leaders and residents to volunteer their time and money, and maintaining current databases
to track and record the progress of the event. I learned first-hand many challenges that
7 CLOSING PARAGRAPH(S). Refer the 6 nonprofits face, and also how vital meaningful relationships with individuals and other
groups are to making and organization sustainable.
reader to the resume (or application form) Of particular relevance to CCFA, I also currently serve as the Social Chair of the MSU GISI
you are enclosing. Declare your interest in (Gastrointestinal Student Initiative) where I plan regular social and educational meetings for
student with Crohn’s and Colitis. As with the Walk Manager position, this role requires heavy
an interview and offer to provide further reliance on networking among and outside of the group. When we participated in the Take
Steps Walk at Camp Dearborn last year, I was Team Captain for MSU CISI, and I am looking
documentation upon request. forward to the event again this year.
Thank you for your time and attention to my application. I look forward to scheduling an
8 SIGNATURE. 7 interview with you to discuss the position, as well as my qualifications and commitment to
your cause. An opportunity to contribute to an organization whose mission I already support
would be an excellent next step in my career path.
8
9 YOUR NAME (typed).
Sincerely,
Taylor Levine
9
Taylor Levine
Communication essentials
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▶▶ Always send a thank-you letter after an interview or other personal hours of your meeting or exchange. The bottom line is that you want the
interaction. Show the people you met that you appreciate their time and note to reach them before they’ve made their decision.
attention. Thank-you letters can be sent via email, a hand-written note, or
formal letter. ▶▶ To avoid burning bridges send a thank-you letter to an employer with
whom you’ve decided not to accept a position.
▶▶ Be sure to send the thank-you promptly —it’s best to send it within 24
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▶▶ Taking a cell phone call when with another person can be rude. This message is clear. Keep your message short. Leave your name and phone
is especially true during an interview, site visit, career fair, or other number to ensure the employer can call you back.
professional event!
▶▶ Return calls the day they’re received. If for some reason you can’t call
▶▶ Silence your phone and put it away. Texting, checking your phone for back the same day, call within 24 hours.
email, and being constantly distracted by your phone is likely to make you
seem uninterested. ▶▶ Make sure that the greeting for your voice mail is professional. Employers
often complain about greetings that include loud music or are unprofessional.
▶▶ When leaving a voice mail or message, speak slowly and clearly so your
v effective email
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▶▶ Don’t use an unprofessional email address. The recipient could delete the response to help both you and your contact follow the course of your email
message. Your MSU email or a Gmail account are the best bet. discussion.
▶▶ Include a meaningful subject line that makes it clear what will be covered ▶▶ Re-read and spell-check every email before you hit “Send”! Sadly,
in the message, such as “Jose Vega—Confirming Friday Interview Time” or employers say they’ve received emails from students (or recent grads) that
“MSU Food Science Junior Seeking Information.” are so casual or full of grammatical and spelling errors that they just hit
“delete.”
▶▶ Be sure to include your full name and contact information in each email.
▶▶ There is no guarantee that an email is private.
▶▶ When replying to a message, include the previous message in your
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Some employers and most graduate or professional schools In many ways, your statement of purpose is like a much
will require you to write a statement of purpose, personal longer cover letter, written in essay form. You should convey
statement, or essay of intent as part of the application knowledge, enthusiasm, and draw a clear connection between
process. If you find that you need to write this kind of what they are looking for and what you have to offer.
document, start the same way you would write a resume and
cover letter. To set yourself apart from other applicants, avoid general
or obvious statements and clichés. Don’t say things like
As with those documents, the key to writing a good “I’ve wanted to be a lawyer for as long as I can remember”
personal statement is solid research. You need to or “I always knew I wanted to be a doctor” or “My love of
include enough detail about the program and/or school to literature has led me to pursue a PhD in English.”
demonstrate why this particular opportunity would be the
right next step for you. Writing a statement will take time—it’s best to begin
working on it several months before the application
You also need to have strong knowledge about yourself, deadline. Because this document is also an assessment of
your motivations for applying, how you’ve prepared your writing ability, be very attentive to spelling, grammar, and
to make this move, and the role it plays in your future overall quality.
plans. If you haven’t already considered these points, take
some time to review “Thinking About Graduate School” on Have it reviewed by your Career Consultant, Career Advisor,
pages 22-23 and additional resources on exploring further and/or the faculty or professionals writing your letters of
education available at CareerNetwork.msu.edu and recommendation. They can help you decide what to cut, what
grad.msu.edu. to keep, what to develop, and what to add.
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Portfolios are great tools for students from all majors. A abilities. Remember: More and more employers are
professional portfolio is usually taken to an interview. seeking students with high levels of technology skills.
This type of portfolio is documentation and demonstration
of your accomplishments. It shows growth in your skills and ▶▶ The most effective portfolios are those targeted towards
understanding over time. A portfolio not only documents your a particular skill set or career direction. They may include
results but also how you got there and what you learned in video, photos, files, a copy of your resume, and a short
the process. introduction much like your career fair “commercial” (see
page 67). Write descriptions or captions for anything you
▶▶ Benefits of portfolios. Regardless of how you’ll use the include so that the relevance is clear. Create an e-portfolio
finished product, all portfolios can help you: yourself to show-off your technical skills, or use a system
• Write or update your resume more quickly, since all the like Epsilen.com.
relevant information will be in one place.
• Organize information you’ve gathered over the years, ▶▶ A creative portfolio contains only samples of work relevant
such as awards, certificates, and records of other to your particular field. Just like a professional portfolio,
accomplishments. your creative portfolio should be organized and presented
• Showcase your achievements, skills, and abilities for an in a quality format.
interview.
• See your career as a collection of skills and talents that ▶▶ Many creative fields also expect a title page, essay, or
you’ve developed, rather than just a list of job titles. artist statement and biography. Talk with people
working in your field about the specific expectations
▶▶ E-portfolios: effective and easy. Electronic portfolios are for this type of portfolio, and whether an electronic
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v job search facts
n
▶▶ According to information from the U.S. ▶▶ Using multiple job search methods will help
Department of Labor, up to 80% of all you find a position faster, as data from the
positions are filled without employer U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics suggests.
advertising. Think about it. It saves time, Read on for more about those methods and
energy, and money for the employer to hire how you can decide which might work best
people they know, who have been referred by for you.
a trusted source, or who have made contact
directly. And not only is this more efficient, ▶▶ The average American with a bachelor’s
it also often means the employer is getting a degree has about 10 different jobs between
candidate who is not just looking for a job, but the ages of 18 and 34. Again, this is data
looking for this job. from research done by the Bureau of Labor
Statistics. To survive—and
▶▶ 98% of u.s. employers have fewer than 100 advance—you’ll have to
employees. That means these organizations become skilled at job hunting. Using multiple job
often do not recruit from college campuses. Your first job out of college search methods
To find these “hidden” employers, you need to is just the beginning of a
have a strategy. lifelong process.
will help you find a
position faster.
v the bottom line

n
▶▶ The Internet should not be your only means of ▶▶ Take advantage of MSU resources like
searching for jobs! Handshake, workshops and career events,
employer events and info sessions,
▶▶ Talking to people, asking questions, and SpartanLinks, and other student organization
being able to quickly and easily describe who meetings to meet and discover potential
you are (your interests, skills, experience) and employers.
what you’re looking for may be your best job
search method. Use
▶▶ Conduct informational interviews (pages
more than
24-27) and don’t be afraid to network (pages the Internet
58-59)! when searching
for jobs!
Developing your search strategy

d o you remember those “Choose Your Own Adventure” books
you read in elementary school? Well, developing your strategy
is a lot like that. You may start off down one path to find that it’s
not working, or that it didn’t pan out the way you wanted. You
may end up deciding you want to go off in a new direction. An
unexpected opportunity might present itself. The job search is
also a very personal process. There is no one job search technique
that will work every time for everyone.
v develop your strategy

n
As you develop your search strategy, you should:
▶▶ Create a list of 5–10 organizations where

you’d like to work. These organizations should
get most of your attention. Actively work to
meet people in the organizations and learn
more about their goals.
▶▶ Create a second list of organizations you

have some interest in. When you have time,
do some basic research to refine the level of
your interest and find possible networking or
career openings.
▶▶ Keep a log of research and activities, so

you know whom you’ve called, when, and next
steps. It’s embarrassing to call someone twice
because you forgot that you already called, or
not to call at all when someone asked.
But how do you narrow the field? Read on!
v define what you’re looking for
n
What are your search criteria? Be honest with yourself and Some people think it’s good to be flexible in your job search,
the people you talk with about your search (whether it’s your and to some extent it is. However, being overly flexible
Career Consultant, Career Advisor, or professional contacts can be a real hurdle. The more you can narrow down what
you’ve made). Common search criteria are: you’re looking for and where, the more likely you’ll be able
to uncover viable possibilities. It’s possible that you might
• Geographic location have more than one thing you’re looking for though, and
• Application of your skills that’s fine!
• Connection to interest/passion
• Fit with work values The better you can describe the kinds of opportunities
• Compatibility with personality you’re aiming for, the easier you can organize your search
appropriately. You may have different methods that you
If you find that you’re having a hard time putting parameters use for different kinds of positions, organizations, fields, or
around your search, start by going back to the “Explore Your geographic areas.
Future” section (pages 18-29) for tips on resources, tools,
and methods for getting some clarity.
v field-specific research: focus & identify opportunities

n
Focus & identify opportunities. Research can make all Tools at CareerNetwork.msu.edu/search (see page 12).
the difference in your search. You need to look more like a Even a basic Google search with the name of your field of
great potential colleague than a desperate job seeker! It’s interest and “professional organization” will often yield
your job to do the research needed to understand your top good results.
employers’ needs and place yourself in situations where
you can demonstrate your abilities. Where do you find the Organization websites usually have info on current trends,
people you want to work with? salary surveys, job listings, directories of accredited
graduate/professional programs and more. Check to see
▶▶ Professional organizations. Nearly every profession you if they offer a discounted rate for student members and
can think of has a professional organization — American join while you’re still in school to take advantage of the
Institute of Graphic Arts, American Society for Clinical savings!
Laboratory Science, Association of American Publishers,
American Sociological Association, American Library ▶▶ Trade publications & journals. What do people in
Association, Society of Illustrators, American Chemical your field read to stay current on industry trends and
Society, Association of Music Writers and Photographers news? If you don’t know, do some research and ask the
— to name just a few. professionals you connect with what they read. Some
sample trade publications and journals include: The Wall
For links to professional organizations that might be of Street Journal, Ad Age, The Chronicle of Philanthropy, The
interest to you based on your field of study, check out Chronicle of Higher Education, Variety, Publishers Weekly,
“What Can I Do with This Major?” and our online Career and PR Week.
▶▶
Developing your search strategy
▶▶ Subscriptions to many of these publications click on the Career Tools to search for lists of
can be costly, so make use of copies or potential employers, industries, professional
electronic subscriptions available through your organizations and potential employers. You can
academic department, Career Services, and search by geographic location and even find
MSU Libraries. salary information and get info about where
recent MSU students landed their first job!
▶▶ Job listing and professional resource sites.
Use Career Tools at CareerNetwork.msu. ▶▶ Social media. Yes, social media can be a part
edu to find links to job boards and posting of your research and job search. See more on
sites that might be of interest to you. And page 59.
v employer research: the right place, the right job

n
Find the right place to find the right job. Some that employers will notice. Email the Gast
people are completely flexible when it comes to Business Library for help with employer
location. In that case, focusing on field-specific research: gastbus@mail.lib.msu.edu.
resources to identify specific employers is a
great move. But if you’ve got some particular ▶▶ Find and make use of local resources such
geographic areas in mind, or are geographically as newspapers, networking groups, Chambers
limited, there are resources that can help you of Commerce, regional alumni clubs (check
uncover employers by location. alumni.msu.edu for regional and international
groups), etc. in your area of interest. They are
▶▶ Click on Career Tools at CareerNetwork. a great way to find people who are doing work
msu.edu/search (page 12) to find accurate, you find interesting.
up-to-date information on potential
employers and contacts in a wide range of ▶▶ Additional sources include:
industries nationally and internationally. • Employer websites
Explore the industry (or industries) and • Annual reports
geographic area(s) you’re interested in, and • Recruiting materials/packets
find employers located there! You can also • Marketing materials
research salary information and get valuable • Media articles and coverage (check out
insider information on industries, career press releases on their website too!)

fields, employers, cities, and countries. • And don’t forget social media!
▶▶ MSU Libraries has databases and other

resources offering a wealth of information
on specific employers. And unlike a generic
Google search, the MSU library provides
employer info that is authoritative, credible,
and timely. Library resources are free
to current students and it can give you a
competitive edge with quality information
International students
▶▶ Whether you are considering employment during your time at MSU or afterwards,
it’s important to partner with both the Office for International Students and
Scholars (OISS) and the Career Services Network at MSU.
▶▶ OISS can explain your U.S. work authorization options, assist you with the proper
documentation in many instances, and give you tips on how to talk to employers
about your immigration status.
▶▶ The Career Services Network offers resources and programs to build your resume
writing and interviewing skills, one-on-one career advising, career workshops and
fairs, and connections to jobs and internships.
v international students’ work authorization options

n
▶▶ Off-campus Employment ▶▶ For more information on work authorizations and
• F-1 or J-1 students (unless prohibited by J-1 sponsor) are eligible to work off-campus Resume, Interviewing, and Networking Guides, visit the
ONLY with pre-approved employment authorizations: OISS website: oiss.isp.msu.edu/students/employ/
▶▶ before graduation ▶▶ after graduation ▶▶ Or visit their office:

• F-1 students -Curriculum • F-1 students may apply for 12 months of work • Office for International Students and Scholars
Practical Training (CPT) authorization, called the Optional Practical (OIS) 427 Shaw Lane, Room 105, International
• J-1 students -Academic Training (OPT) Center
Training (AT) • J-1 students (unless prohibited by J-1 sponsor) • Phone (517) 353- 1720
may apply for up to 18 months (36 months for • Email: oiss@msu.edu
post-doctoral) of Academic Training (AT) • Web: oiss.msu.edu/students/employ
▶▶ On-campus Employment • Drop In Hours: Monday-Friday, 1-3pm
• F-1 or J-1 students (unless prohibited by J-1 sponsor) are eligible to work
on-campus for 20 hours a week when classes are in session without work
authorization.
• Work that exceeds 20 hours per week on campus or any work off campus must
be authorized in advance by OISS.
v goals after graduation

n v Online Career Help
n
▶▶ Working in the U.S ▶▶ For in-depth information specifically for international
• Know your work authorization options and partner with OISS. students, visit http://careernetwork.msu.edu/resources-
• Identify international student-friendly employers, the Global Talent Retention tools/student-resources/resources-for-international-
Initiative of Michigan is a great resource for this: migtri.org. students.html . You can personalize your online resource
• Learn about U.S. work culture/values by getting engaged in groups on campus and search at CareerNetwork.msu.edu/search .
develop your communication skills in the community.
• Build your personal and professional network: start with LinkedIn.com , reach out
to MSU alumni, and conduct informational interviews.

. v Handshake
n
▶▶ Working in your home country/another country
• Use GoinGlobal.com for country-specific career tips and internship/job postings. ▶▶ Whether you are looking for a position on or off campus,
Find it on careernetwork.msu.edu under ‘Career Resource Tools’. OISS and Career Services encourage you to become
• Build your network in desired country: connect with MSU alums, join MSU student familiar with Handshake, MSU’s online advising, events,
groups affiliated with the country where you wish to work. and job and internship resource. Access your account at
• Use your existing network: reach out to friends and family to conduct CareerNetwork.msu.edu/Handshake.
informational interviews.
Government & nonprofit work

More than
22 million
work for governments
v government employment
n in the U.S. 2.8 federal
“why work for government?”
5.3 state
Employees in the public sector get to work on challenging and
complex issues often affecting the lives and legacies of many 14 local
people. Students say “I don’t like campaigns or elections” but figures in millions
the majority of government employees are working outside
the election process. Government employees are often
eligible for student loan repayment assistance or forgiveness
in addition to competitive compensation packages.
Government positions touch every part of life in America,
from commerce, to education, the environment, law, families, The good news is that even though there can be more steps,
communities, public transportation, safety, and more. federal and state governments are more transparent about
how to successfully compete for openings. Many agencies
include advice for applicants, sample resumes, interview
“what do I need to know about government questions, and selection criteria right on their website.
employment?” The State of Michigan has a Career Services office
for applicants and offers resume reviews and individual
Did you know the federal government employs people in all appointments with their staff. Many agencies also host
fields from art to zoology and is among the leading employers prospective employee events in large cities or web-based
of liberal arts grads? workshops on how to be successful in your search.
In fact, thousands of humanities and social science alums There are great resources to help you! The USAjobs.gov
work in federal agencies. And median salaries for these website Info Center has special information for students,
workers tend to be higher in the federal government when (including a list of federal jobs by college major), as well as
compared to other employers. High rates of retirement— tutorials for how to use the system, tips on applying, and more.
more than 100,000 employees are eligible to retire over
the next few years—are creating job openings across the • Federal applications have no length limitations!
government. Some agencies will post openings on their own • Include every detail and skill about your experience
website while others will post though USAjobs.gov.
“don’t you have to move to DC?”
“isn’t the application process hard?” Government jobs span all parts of the US and overseas. In
fact, only 8% of federal positions are located in Washington,
The basics of applying for federal or state positions are DC. Additionally, state, country, and city governments have all
similar to private industry: It usually starts with a resume kinds of positions for college students and graduates, too.
and cover letter. Depending on the position or agency, you
may have additional forms, documents, or questionnaires to Visit the government websites for your locations of interest
submit, so pay attention to the information included in the and talk to your Career Consultant or Career Advisor for
“How to Apply” section of postings. assistance.
i t’s a big world out there, and it can sometimes feel like you could
be finding more opportunities if you just knew the right places
to look. There are two sectors of the job market that seekers don’t
always tap to their full capacity: government and nonprofit jobs.
The good news: There are lots of opportunities with organizations
that care more about their mission than the bottom line!
v finding your niche at a nonprofit

n
If you’re looking for a chance to use your talents with a sense nonprofits & government agencies come to campus!
of social contribution, a career with a nonprofit might be right
for you. Nonprofits have full-time, paid staff performing all the These employers attend large events such as career fairs
tasks a for-profit business has, such as management, volunteer throughout the year (see pages 64-65). They may also
coordination, writing, accounting, graphic design, and much attend Career Exposure Series events, workshops, or offer
more. People from all kinds of academic backgrounds find information sessions. Always check Handshake to see which
nonprofits a rewarding and fulfilling career path. employers are visiting campus and make an effort to connect
with them during these events.
Nonprofit organizations raise and generate revenue, but
making a profit isn’t their goal; they are focused on their
mission and use their revenue to that end. Nonprofits can be to learn more about nonprofits
professional associations, political activist organizations,
educational institutions, museums and cultural organizations, For more information on nonprofits, including nationwide
and human service providers, just to name a few. If there is a and international job postings, visit Idealist.org. Be sure to
cause or issue you care passionately about, chances are there’s visit their The Idealist Guide to Nonprofit Careers and other
a nonprofit doing great work on that issue who may be hiring! great tools. MNAonline.org is another popular site from the
Michigan Nonprofit Association. Nonprofits can be found
from coast to coast! Visit CouncilOfNonProfits.org for
getting started nonprofit listings and resources by state.
With so many nonprofit organizations, here are some tips on Many MSU graduates begin their nonprofit careers through
where to begin: “term of service” programs such as AmeriCorps. Check out
AmeriCorps.gov and CollegeAdvisingCorps.msu.edu. See
▶▶ Be specific. Which causes are you passionate about? more “term of service” opportunities through Idealist.org.
Literacy and education, the environment, advocacy, human
or animal rights? Which interest area would you like to
support? Public health, business services, outreach,
research? The more specific you can be, the more
successful you will be in finding organization that might There are over
be right for you. See resources below to learn more about
specific organizations and positions.
1.5 million
nonprofits in U.S. nonprofits
▶▶ Don’t forget the little guys. You may be familiar with
large organizations like the United Way, Red Cross, or
the U.S. have over
Sierra Club; however there are many smaller nonprofit U.S. nonprofits 10.7 million
organizations that might not be so well known offering
great jobs.
have $2.87 1 in 10 employees
trillion U.S. jobs are
▶▶ Show your skills. Are you a good writer? Event planner?
Do you have web-development or graphic design skills? The
in total assets found in
more you stand out as somebody who offers a number of
valuable skills, the more competitive you are.
nonprofits
Building your network The U.S. Department of

Labor estimates that up
to 80% of positions
are filled without
employer
advertising.
We’ve given you methods and tools for finding professionals working in
your fields of interest. What are you doing right now to create or establish
those important professional relationships? Meeting people gives you
an opportunity to learn from them. If you are not sure what career path
you would like to pursue, talk with many different professionals . . . they can
help you narrow your areas of interest. (Read more about the first step to
building your own personal network, informational interviewing, on pages
24-27.) Remember, networking should begin long before your job search and
often you don’t even realize that you are doing it!
Networking is usually an informal discussion with people you already

know, or have just met. In fact, most students use networking all the time
without even realizing it. When scheduling classes, have you ever asked a
friend or classmate about their experiences, or to recommend a good class
or section? When making a (relatively) large purchase such as a new cell
phone, athletic shoes, computer, or even a car, have you asked people you
know what they’ve liked or disliked about theirs? Have you posted questions
(or answers) to social media discussing these kinds of topics? Guess what—
that’s networking!
Networking takes place whenever you:
• Meet with faculty or staff—especially a Career Advisor (see pages

12-13)
• Attend an event, career fair or MSU workshop (Handshake has list of
all these opportunities.)
• Meet guest speakers or engage with your peers in class or through a
student organization
• Talk with family, friends, and other acquaintances about their work
• Post messages on Facebook, LinkedIn, other websites, and blogs
• Volunteer for a community service event
Since networking can happen anywhere, be prepared to introduce yourself

and deliver your pitch about who you are and what you want to do. For some
students, this often happens at their part-time job in conversations with
customers and clients. “You’re a student at MSU? What are you studying?
What do you want to do after graduation?” You never know when that
conversation can lead to a new contact or even an invitation to pass along
your resume!
v using social media
n
Certainly you’ve gone online to connect with others in order ▶▶ Twitter. Stay updated with professionals or
to share ideas or information! Two popular social media sites employers and keep others up to date with this
are Facebook and YouTube; however, there are many other instant information tool. Use Twitter directories like
tools that you may choose to use in obtaining or sharing WeFollow.com and Twellow.com to find professionals and
information that can help you develop your career. organizations related to your interests that you may want
to follow. Many organizations have Twitter accounts
Your Career Services Network at MSU is prepared to help dedicated to job postings.
you understand the importance of social media in your career
development. Here is a quick overview of several social media ▶▶ Facebook. Yes, employers and professionals are on
web-tools you may want to consider using. Facebook too. Even if you don’t choose to add
professional contacts as friends, be aware that employers
▶▶ LinkedIn. Over 300 million professionals use (and your future colleagues) are very likely to look you up
LinkedIn to exchange information, ideas, and on Facebook or Google you before you even come in for
opportunities. See www.linkedin.com for information on an interview. If you like the idea of using Facebook for both
how to effectively build your profile, connect with contacts, personal and professional reasons, search pages and
and find opportunities. tip: Search for and join groups groups for field or employer specific info or communities.
based on interests and affinities. Being a member of a Also consider using your status updates strategically to
common group expands your network. Don’t forget to join help your network of friends help you.
SpartanLinks!
The use of social media in learning about potential career
▶▶ Plaxo. A smart, socially connected address book. paths, receiving feedback on job search documents (e.g.,
Tracks feeds from Twitter, Facebook, and dozens of resumes), connecting with alumni, and networking with
other sites. professionals in your field of interest is becoming one of the
most important avenues for successful job seekers.
v career services network & social media

n
▶▶ Visit CareerNetwork.msu.edu and click on the Twitter, posted articles, and discuss job opportunities related to
Facebook, and YouTube icons for our collection of streams, their career field.
sites, and channels.
The MSU Alumni Association also has a large LinkedIn
▶▶ SpartanLinks is a group on LinkedIn that connects MSU group that students can join to connect with other alumni.
students to alumni working in their areas of interest. In addition, many regional MSU Alumni Clubs have LinkedIn
Alumni who join are looking to share insight, advice, and groups specifically for those living and working in that
expertise with students and recent graduates. Student, area. If you are planning to relocate or are looking for an
alumni, and employer members within this main group internship in a particular area, these groups can be useful
discuss general career topics such as resume writing, resources!
interviewing, job search strategies, workplace trends, and
employment/recruiting trends. After you’ve joined MSU groups that fit your interests,
Members will also have the opportunity to join search groups to find professional associations,
subgroups related to their chosen career function (e.g., industries, or interest affiliations to join. As a member,
communications, environment, entrepreneurship, etc.) you can comment on discussions, find exclusive job listings,
where they can participate in group discussions, read and meet people who share interests.
Dress to impress y ou know that thing about never getting a second chance
to make a first impression? Well, it’s true. It’s just as
true about a blind date as it is about meeting a professional
contact for the first time. Regardless of the
circumstances, you want to make the best Make your best
impression you can the first time around— impression the
or you might not get a second chance! first time around —
you might not get a
second chance!
v Womenswear
n v Menswear
n
New Jacket? Carefully cut & remove “tack stitching"

lapels sewn to suit
vent sewn together
label on sleeve
v clothing essentials for everyone
n
Professional dress matters because it helps you to project • Avoid strong mints, perfumes, or aftershaves.
an image that lets the employer see you in the professional • Clothing should work for you, not against you. Fit and
role you are seeking. What you wear for a professional comfort are important!
encounter depends on the career field you’re pursuing. • Trendy clothing—like short skirts, low necklines, extreme
prints or colors—generally do not project an image
Always follow these general guidelines: appropriate for a professional meeting.
• Women: Moderate heel height and knee length skirts or
• Hair should be clean, well groomed, and away from the pants suits.
eyes. Simple, classic styles are best. • Plant tours require close-toed shoes.
• No visible tattoos or body piercings. • Crisp, clean, well-pressed clothing is a must.
• Earrings? (Women: one pair. Men: none.)
v who wears what?

n
▶▶ For traditional careers—like banking, accounting, finance, expertise but approachability.
engineering, law, and corporate positions—you’ll need a Suits should be conservative in subtle dark colors;
conservative look that conveys competence and authority. coordinate separates can work too. Blouses and shirts
Suits should have a classic cut or style and be dark in should be a subtle color.
color (navy, dark grey, black, etc.). Shirts and blouses should
be a neutral color, like white, ivory, light grey, etc. Ties and ▶▶ The most opportunity for expression of personal style
scarves should be subtle with a little color. can be found in creative careers—like advertising, art,
design, and entertainment, to name a few. In these fields
▶▶ For those pursuing technical careers—in areas like you’ll need a contemporary image that conveys creativity,
engineering, information technology, sciences, etc.— innovation, and competence.
a clean look that conveys knowledge, innovation, and Suits can vary in cut, style, and color; two-piece
approachability is important. coordinates are acceptable. Blouses and shirts should
Suits should be conservative in subtle dark colors. accent your total look. While you will often see professionals
Blouses and shirts should be a subtle color. in these careers wearing jeans and other more casual
clothing, it is best for prospective professionals to step it
▶▶ People-focused careers—counseling, teaching, sales, and up a notch. Show your creative flair, but remember to look
social work, for example—require an image that projects more like a professional than a student.
v what to wear for less formal meetings

n
So, for more formal interactions like career fairs and Follow the “dress essentials for everyone,” and consider the
interviews, hopefully it’s clearer now why suits are usually items below when you’re picking out what to wear . . .
your best option. But if you’re going to a fair as an information
seeker instead of a job seeker, or if you’re attending an event • khakis • blazer • button-down
like a conference, informational interview, job shadow, etc., a • sweater • dress shoes shirt
suit may make you overdressed. • dress pants • loafers
For these kinds of interactions, you always want to dress And remember, when in doubt, check with an insider
professionally—no ripped jeans, flip-flops, or T-shirts with (your employer contact or Career Advisor, for example)
obscenities on them. Save these clothes for your friends, not about what the appropriate dress in a particular situation
a potential employer. might be!
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5 connect with your future
MSU career events

d on’t forget you can use CareerNetwork.msu.edu to get times, locations, and
links to see the list of who’s attending and sign up to be a student ambassador.
Attendee lists and ambassador sign-up are coordinated through MySpartanCareer.
If you didn’t already, check out why it’s a good idea for freshmen and sophomores
to attend career events on page 19. And don’t miss “How to Get Results at a Career
Fair” on pages 66-67. CareerNetwork.msu.edu/handshake for days and times of
Career Fair Prep workshops.
career exposure series

presented by the SpartanLinks group on LinkedIn
Ever wondered what it’s really like to work

in a particular field? Are you looking for
ways to meet MSU alumni who have created
rewarding careers in your areas of interest?
Here’s your chance to connect with alumni
who are out there working and want to share
their experiences, insight, and advice with
you!
Attend any and all sessions that fit your

interests. Bring your curiosity and an open
mind. Leave with ideas for how you can
create a meaningful career path that will take
you where you want to go.
Check CareerNetwork.msu.edu for session

topics and details. Information will also be
available in Handshake Most require that
you RSVP in advance to attend. Events fill
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All events are
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v
n fall 2017 o c to ber 2 6 all majors. Attend
nursing career fair each that fits your
septemb e r 6 This event attracts 30–40 health
student job & internship fair organizations offering full-time personal interests!
Local businesses, along with on-campus employers, will be present to positions, externships, and volunteer
talk with students about part-time job and internship opportunities. opportunities.
septemb e r 13 N ov em ber 3
accounting & information systems career exchange international student career & resource fair
Meet with over 40 employers offering internships and full-time roles! This event focuses on home country opportunities (full-time, part-time,
and internship) plus employment opportunities that require OPT, CPT, or
septemb e r 14 sponsorship in the U.S.
business analytics & marketing research career fair
Meet with employers to explore career opportunities in the growing v
n spring 2018
fields of big data analytics and consumer insights - and how these are
shaping the future. ja n ua ry ( to be a nno u n c ed)
diversity career fair
septemb e r 19 This inclusive event attracts over 2,400 students and 150 well-known
finance association career fair employers representing a variety of industries.
Connect with recruiters who are specifically looking for MSU students
interested in the field of finance. f ebrua ry 7
spartan start-up
septemb e r 20 Dream of starting your own business? Visit with Michigan start-up
engineering co-op/intern exchange companies looking for students to join their teams.
Networking between students, alumni and company recruiters to open
doors to co-ops & internships. f ebrua ry 9
ComArtSci connect
septemb e r 28 This event connects employers looking for students interested in
construction management career fair the fields of advertising, public relations communications, media
More than 30 employers attend to talk with students about full-time information, sales communications, telecommunications, and more.
jobs and internships.
f ebrua ry 1 3
septemb e r 28 environmental, natural resources & sustainability fair
sales leadership career fair For students interested in environment, conservation and the out-of-
Did you know that 80% of entry-level careers begin in the field of sales? doors.
This event is for all majors and all levels!
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o c to ber 3,4,5 engineering expo
career gallery Come to gain knowledge of companies, interact with alumni, network
The largest fair of the year—a three-day event! Over 300 employers and with professional engineers, and get “insider” info. Coordinated by The
6,000 students attend. Center for Spartan Engineering, egr.msu.edu/thecenter.
▶▶ Science, Agriculture, Food, Environment, Packaging & Health Exchange (Oct. 3) m a rc h 2 1

▶▶ Engineering & Technology Exchange (Oct. 4) summer job & internship fair
▶▶ Business Exchange (Oct 5.) Over 80 employers attend to meet students looking for
full- or part-time seasonal jobs or internships.
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graduate & law school fair a pr i l 16
Meet with representatives from more than 130 graduate programs in teacher & administrator fair
law, health, science, business, public affairs, arts, humanities and more! This annual MSU event attracts over 125 school districts nationwide
seeking to recruit new teachers and staff.
t obacco products are prohibited on MSU

grounds. Learn more at TobaccoFree.msu.edu
Getting results at a career fair

What to wear to the fair
▶▶ It’s best to err on the side of more formal: We recommend business professional. Dress for the most conservative company on
your list. Don’t be remembered as “the extremely under dressed one!”
▶▶ Men ▶▶ Women
• Suit – matching jacket + pants in gray, black or navy • Suit - two piece suit; if skirt, hemline near the knee
• Shirt – light colored or lightly patterned oxford • Shirt - oxford, sweater or sleeveless with modest neckline
• Tie – a little style is okay, but nothing too flashy • Shoes - heels under 3 inches (no strappy shoes or sandals)
• Shoes – polished black or brown dress and a belt! • Jewelry - small earrings, necklace and wristwatch (a classic look!)
▶▶ Notes for everyone

• Don’t bring a backpack to lug around - opt for a messenger bag or purse
• Bring a pad folio with resumes and paper/pen to take notes about employers
• Visit CareerNetwork.msu.edu and click “Jobs + Internships” then “Appearance and Attire”
v before the fair . . .
n
▶▶ Know who will be attending. Before the ▶▶ Prepare your resume(s). Make sure your interests and qualifications. Practice a short
fair begins, know which organizations will resume effectively reflects your knowledge, 30-second to one-minute story that you can
attend and what positions they are hiring skills, and abilities. You can have a general present easily while still sounding natural.
for currently. Get this information through resume to hand out, but if you really want Things to include:
Handshake. Make a ranked list of employers to make a great impression, make different
that interest you. versions of your resume that target the • Your name
specific industry or job that interests you. • Your MSU program/major (optional)
▶▶ Research employers of interest. If you want Make sure you give the right resume to the • When you’re graduating
to stand apart, be able to talk to the recruiter right organization! (See pages 32-39.) • What you’re looking for (more information,
about what the organization does and how full-time employment, an internship or
your skill set fits. At a minimum, go to their ▶▶ Develop your elevator pitch. You only have co-op, etc.)
website, learn about products, services, or about 30 seconds to make an impression with • Your area of interest within the organization
clients, and read the annual report. See pages a recruiter, so you need to be able to quickly and how your skills (or personal qualities or
52-54 for more ideas. introduce yourself and let them know your experience) relate to that area.
v . . . at the fair . . .

n
▶▶ Get organized. Pick up a map showing where ▶▶ tip: Depending on time and crowds, you an opportunity to gather information. This
organization booths are. You might also want might want to consider approaching an is perfectly fine and a great reason to go
to take a quick walk through the space to get employer towards the bottom of your list if you’re not looking for a full-time job or
a feel for the layout of the fair. Then what? . . . to start off. This gives you an opportunity internship. Remember, career fairs are all
to actually use your prepared introduction about networking, and recruiters love to see
▶▶ They’re watching you! Keep in mind that with a real recruiter and work out any 1st- and 2nd-year students at fairs asking
the moment you enter the fair, recruiters nervousness before you visit the employers questions. It shows that the student is
are watching you. They take note of how you you’re most interested in, where you want to thinking about and making connections for
dress, how you behave, and how you interact be relaxed and confident. the future!
with your friends and with other recruiters.
▶▶ Talk to the recruiter. Don’t talk over their ▶▶ If you’re at the fair to try to land a job,
▶▶ Approach an organization. It can be shoulder or at the free stuff that they’re recruiters need to know you’ve done
intimidating to approach and introduce giving away! Make eye contact and don’t be your research and are ready to go. While
yourself to a recruiter. Students often say afraid to let your enthusiasm show. Being speaking with recruiters, be courteous to
introductions at career fairs are “weird,” truly passionate about the employer and the them and your fellow students by keeping
“unnatural,” or “forced.” It helps if you opportunities they have to offer can make all your conversations short and purposeful.
remember the recruiter is here to meet you, the difference.
so don’t be shy! Offer a firm handshake, and ▶▶ Finally, make sure that you get the names
then share your elevator pitch. Remember, ▶▶ Gather information and be respectful of the recruiters you talk to and, if possible,
be direct. If you’re interested in a certain of the recruiter’s time. The truth is that get their business cards.
position, let them know. most people at career fairs use them as
v . . . after the fair . . .

n
▶▶ Follow up. If, during your conversation with a ▶▶ Send thank-you notes. Send a thank-you note to write? See information on thank-you letters
recruiter, you promised to follow up with more within 24 hours to everyone you talked to. This on page 44 or at CareerNetwork.msu.edu.
information (website link, portfolio, writing is a little thing that really makes a difference! It doesn’t have to be fancy—the point is to
sample, etc.) then make sure that you get the Almost everyone has the intention, but very remind them of who you are and let them know
information out right away. few actually get around to it. Don’t know what you’re serious about your job search.
You’ve got an interview: Now what?

Q: “Tell me
the park method about a time when
you had to deal with A:
P the PROBLEM or situation
(“What happened?”)
conflict in a group.”
of
”Last semester I was part
a student advisory board to
my academic department. We were
developing a set of recommendations to
A the ACTIONS you took

(“What did you do?”)
improve faculty student communication. It was difficult
to get the various members of the board to agree on which
recommendations to choose, because everyone wanted
R
theirs. I focused on helping us look for common elements
the RESULTS or outcomes
between each recommendation. The result was that we
(“What was the result?”) ended up recommending a faculty-student retreat in
which many of the more specific recommendations
K
were used. Through this experience, I learned
the KNOWLEDGE you gained and applied
how important it is to really look at things
(“What did you learn? How did you apply it?”) from the perspective of each team
member.”
At right is typical behavioral interview question . . .
and a possible response, using the PARK method.
v interview basics
n
what’s the point of an interview? and behavior. There may not be a right or wrong answer. There is
only your answer that may reveal something about your qualities
The purpose of an interview is to exchange information. The to the employer.
employer evaluates your ability to do the job. You look for a match
between your interests and the work. By thoroughly understanding the nature of the job and the
organization, you can more accurately select examples from your
Be prepared with information about the company and the job, as life that have meaning to the employer.
well as with questions that you have developed. By taking these
steps, you’re ready to be an active participant in this exchange
about your future. “Tell me about a time . . . ”
Being able to talk about your experiences in such a way
what’s a behavioral interview? that employers can identify your skills is a challenge. One way to
help organize your experiences is to use the PARK method. The
Behavioral interviewing assumes that your past experiences are PARK method helps you focus on the most relevant aspects of
good indicators of your future abilities. You’ll be asked to tell your experience for the employer in a structured way.
stories about your past so that the employer can assess your skills
v be prepared!
n
Being prepared for the interview is very important. The employer ▶▶ Sample questions. Check out www.ReadyPrepInterview.com
has already agreed to meet with you based on your resume and for common and specific questions related to the job titles you’re
cover letter—you’ve made it this far. Now to be confident in your interested in.
interview, you need to be prepared. The following things will help
you: ▶▶ Practice! The Career Services Network offers practice interviews
throughout the year. Check Handshake for dates and times to
▶▶ Research. Find out everything you can about the organization sign up or to request practive interviews. Some schedules may be
and the position. The interviewer will be able to tell if you’ve limited to students in specific majors or colleges.
done your homework. The more you know, the more you’ll be
able to connect your experiences and skills to the needs of ▶▶ You can also use InterviewStream to practice interviewing
the employer. This will also help you to create a list of good using a webcam! Seeing yourself in action is a great way to
questions to ask at the interview. test your ability to answer common interview questions and get
prompt feedback on your body language and
▶▶ Make a list of skills. Before the interview, make a list of your speech patterns. After all, you’re your
skills and abilities. These are what will make you an asset to your own best critic! Find InterviewStream
future employer; use the list to put yourself in a positive frame at CareerNetwork.msu.edu under Get more interview
of mind and help you “sell” yourself to the interviewer. Your the “Jobs + Internships” tab in the resources, including a
portfolio and resume are great starting points for this list, since section on Interviewing.
they both sum up your experience and interests.
list of sample interview
questions, at
CareerNetwork
v interview tips
n .msu.edu
▶▶ Arrive early and appear relaxed and organized ▶▶ Ask about salary and benefits after you have a
▶▶ Seem interested and alert solid job offer
▶▶ Connect your skills, background, or experience to the job ▶▶ Allow for “quiet time” for the interviewer to think and take notes
▶▶ Only say positive things about past employers or co-workers
▶▶ Ask questions that you don’t know the answers to
▶▶ Realistically present your qualities
4 5 connect
connectwith
withyour
yourfuture
future
Negotiating job offers
v
n conditions of a job offer
Before you get a job offer, or as a condition of driver’s license check, academic credentials
your offer, you will likely have to go through one verification, and reference checks.
or more of the following:
▶▶ Reference checks can include academic,
▶▶ Pre-employment testing can include drug/ employment, and personal references.
alcohol, agility, genetic, personality, honesty,
skills, loyalty, and leadership tests. While students and job applicants may think of
these tests and investigations as an “invasion
▶▶ Background screening can include a credit of privacy” or “offensive,” there is nothing illegal
for more check, criminal records investigation, about employers seeking this information.
information . . .
. . . about salary
v
n happiness is a balance
negotiation, benefits, The most important question to ask yourself You don’t have to accept the first salary you’re
is: Are you excited about this job and the offered. You have the ability to negotiate for
and dealing with multiple
salary? If you are not happy, you will not be a better benefits, training, or pay.
job offers, as well as great employee, and you aren’t likely to have
a good experience with the organization. But Feel free to ask for time to adequately examine
a salary calculator,
it’s also important to balance your excitement your total offer. Get all of the elements in
check out resources for and passion for the field you’re entering with a writing, including benefit options, stock options,
negotiating job offers at realistic expectation for financial rewards. and wages.
careernetwork.msu.edu.
v
n negotiation tools
The strongest tools to negotiate with are salary on your salary offer, even when compared to
information for your industry and the value of other candidates within the same company. New
the unique skills that you bring to the table. York City is not the same as Traverse City in cost
of living. Use our online Career Tools (see page
The industry’s economic climate and the location 12) to find salary and cost-of-living information.
of your position will both have a major influence
p l ay i n g b y t h e r u l e s
Professionalism, honesty, ethics

expectations policies (see Career Network.msu/Handshake)
We expect you to follow certain policies and practices, and to honor your
falsification of information
commitments—and to do this with a high degree of integrity.
✘
n
Keep in mind that your actions are not isolated and many constituencies
will in some manner be affected by your decisions. Students and alumni registering and submitting their resume and data
are certifying that the information is truthful and accurate. Those found
Performing with integrity means: providing false information in any way risk becoming ineligible for on-
• Accepting responsibility for your actions, including your mistakes. campus interviewing and Career Network services.
• Keeping your word and following through.
• Making principled decisions based on personal and professional
interview cancellation
ethics.
• Following the Golden Rule—treating others as you would like to ✘
n
be treated.
• Acting consistently and transparently in all your dealings. You are expected to accept the responsibility for keeping every interview
• appointment scheduled. Canceling late or not showing up may result in
becoming ineligible for on-campus interviewing. For these situations,
off to a strong start! you will be blocked from Handshake (for the first incident) and will be
required to follow a process to reinstate your access.
Before your first day... ▶▶ Late cancellation. See handshake for important information.
• Connect with your recruiter and new supervisor on LinkedIn to
move ahead on your professional relationship ▶▶ No-show. A “no-show” for an interview is professionally unacceptable
• Keep reading industry or trade publications so you arrive ready to and demonstrates a lack of respect and responsibility. Even in an
chat about news relevant to your employer emergency situation, you should contact and inform the Career Center.
• Shop for work clothes after reaching out to your on-site contact
about office dress code
acceptance of job offer

• Know the commute by planning and “test driving” your route and
parking before your first day ✘

n
• Prepare for New Hire paperwork by pulling together your driver’s
license, social security card, emergency contacts, and other If you ‘ve accepted a job offer, you should not continue to interview with
relevant information employers. Notify employers whom you may have upcoming interviews
with and withdraw your application.
Your first week...
• Be enthusiastic and tackle every task with a positive attitude!
reneging
• Ask clarifying questions about assignments up front to avoid
missing the mark down the line ✘

n
• Volunteer your time and skills, offer to help with smaller tasks, or
take an extra assignment. Show that you’re a hard worker, willing to Reneging is accepting a job offer and then changing your mind in order to
go above and beyond accept an offer with another employer.
• Get to know your new colleagues. Identify people you might want to
connect with on LinkedIn and reach out to in person Reneging can damage your reputation forever—and may make you
ineligible for on-campus interviewing and Career Network services. The
university does not sanction reneging on your part for any reason.
SPARTANS WILL
LEAD
Leadership is no longer restricted to
specific titles, it happens at all levels.
Today’s employers desire professionals
possessing deep disciplinary knowledge
with a keen ability to communicate and
work across social, cultural and economic
boundaries. Individuals capable of solving
complex problems in collaborative and
innovative ways are in high demand.
HOW WE CAN HELP

THE MICHIGAN STATE UNIVERSITY Through the Alumni LENS, the MSU Alumni Association
ALUMNI ASSOCIATION PRESENTS helps Spartans of all ages succeed in expanding their
leadership competencies. Leading without authority,
ALUMNI
perseverance, cultural awareness, emotional intelligence,
effective communication and problem solving are all topics
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of discussion within the portfolio of the Alumni LENS.
Through a combination of personal, professional

and online enrichment opportunities the Alumni LENS
provides a unique opportunity for students and alumni
to grow together.
LIFELONG ENRICHMENT FOR SPARTANS
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• Tips on exploring and refining your Purpose

Who will successfully transition from college to career? Spartans Will.

MSU Career Services Network

Explore Prepare Connect

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• Attend Earn, Learn Student Job Career Fairs &

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Life after MSU

Got Purpose? Purpose

MSU strives to cultivate “T-Shaped” graduates with a depth and breadth of

Got purpose? action plan:

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Why am I in college? What

When I am finished with school

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Where is Career Services ?

1 Career Services @ Student Services customized career advising and services

2 PhD Career Services offers academic and non-

primary location for hosting student interviews. The

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career advising for all students interested in 6 We

business-related careers. They also host interviews Chestnut Rd.

with companies seeking interns or entry-level hires

Broad College of Business

6 MSU Alumni Association. Career support and

2 1 Karissa Chabot-Purchase, kcp@msu.edu Building

Find Career Support Online

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▶▶ Why you should visit the CareerNetwork.msu.edu website:

▶▶ But wait, there’s more!

• Handshake- your personal career management tool

v Handshake your personal career management tool

• 6,000+ job postings targeting MSU students (need we say more? !)

▶▶ But wait, there’s magic!

• Upload your resume to have Handshake fill in some of your profile

NEW FALL 2017: Profile page upgrades!

• For on campus opportunities: click on “Jobs” then search “MSU”

NEW FALL 2017: Personalized job collections

▶▶ Schedule a Career Advising appointment

• Log in to Handshake to arrange to meet with a career advisor

NEW FALL 2017: Career center connections & resources

▶▶ Find details about career fairs and events!

Log in to Handshake, click on “Events” then “Find Careers” button

• Fairs are listed by date or you can search by keyword

NEW FALL 2017: Events page upgrades!

Visit your school’s career center or the student section of

Build your network Accounting and finance Supply chain

Accelerate your career

Summer internship Rotational program (FAR)

Dedicated Develop your Personalized Multiple assignment

How FAR will you take your career?

Find out more:

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