Preparing for your job search

Preparing for your job search may feel like a complicated and daunting task, but the following resources can help you to simplify the process.  While in the School of Public Health, we recommend you take advantage of career workshops offered by the campus career services, the Graduate School and the School of Public Health career services. Also, get connected with alumni through the Alumni Directory. Use the tips on these pages to help you begin the process.  Getting started Start early-- we recommend you create a draft of your resume and/or curriculum vitae during your first year.  Keep this document updated with all of your research projects, class projects, employment opportunities, and volunteer experiences while at school.    Revamp Your Resume and CV Writing Professional Letters Obtaining Letters of Recommendation and References To schedule an appointment to have your resume or CV reviewed, please send an email to sph-career@unc.edu. Meeting employers Making the Most of a Career Fair Researching Companies Networking Preparing for your interview Interviewing Other resources University Career Services Other considerations Online Presence

Last updated December 18, 2007