Finishing Up
Prepare For Your Next Adventure
As you're nearing the end of your journey at the U, there are resources to help you prepare for your next steps. Whether it's a full time job, a gap year, or pursuing graduate school, the recommendations and tools below will help you confidently launch toward your next destination.
1. Adapt Your
Resume
See various sample resumes to ensure you are tailoring your resume to a specific position.
2. Apply For
Jobs
Hundreds of job are posted in Handshake each day. Employers want to hire U students!
3. Maintain Your
Network
Attend a Career Fair or Expo to connect with employers and seek available positions.
Other Ways to Prepare
Write a Cover Letter
Having a cover letter that showcases your personality and examples of your experiences is crucial. Use this worksheet to build a strong cover letter and see samples.
Interview Practice
Whether you have an interview coming up or if you just want to be prepared, Stand Out is a FREE online tool that can help. Film yourself answering typical interview questions and then send your video to an advisor or friend for feedback. Access Stand Out through Handshake!
Learn to Negotiate
There's more than just salary to consider when you are offered a job. It's important to know the various steps of negotiation and how to articulate your worth. Use the worksheet below to prepare to negotiate with confidence!
Forever Utah
You don't have to face your final steps on your own. Leaning on alumni for support and guidance can make your transition much easier and more meaningful. Forever Utah is a unique platform that connects you with U of U alums who want to support current students and recent graduates. From resume help, to networking, to interview prep, these alums are here to help you succeed!
Graduate School
You may be considering pursuing a Masters or PhD as your next step. Graduate school is a big investment and it's important you understand all that is involved in applying, as well as reflect on if you are ready for this step. Use the worksheet to help determine if you are ready to pursue graduate school.
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