Job Search Checklist
Job Search Checklist for CAS Students
Set a Goal
- I have identified up to three job titles/functions that interest me
- I have identified up to three industries where I might be interested in working
- I have identified up to three geographic areas where I would like to work/live
- I have researched each of these three factors (function, industry and geography) and believe there is enough compatibility among them to reasonably result in a large pool of potential employers
- I have identified at least 50 potential target employers based on my chosen function/industry/location
- I have researched my personal needs/expenses as well as expected salaries based on my chosen function/industry/location
Develop and Understand Your Brand
I have created/updated my personal marketing materials based on my goal
- Resume
- Cover letter
- LinkedIn Profile
- Other social media platforms (as appropriate) Personal Website/ePortfolio (as appropriate)“Personal” URL
- Elevator Pitch (“30 second speech”)
Begin Your Search
- I have set up Google alerts for my target companies and industries
- I have completed my profile on Handshake, uploaded a current resume and check weekly for new job postings that match my goals
- I have identified contacts to approach for direct outreach and referrals and have begun making contact
- I am following up, on schedule, for all outreach efforts
- I am sending “Thank You” notes as needed to contacts that speak with me, and especially after interviews
- I have set up a regular schedule to spend some time every day on the search process
- I have set up a system to keep my search organized and on track
