Timeline and Tips
for Job Search
(Late Summer/Early Fall) Start looking 8 - 12 months in advance |
(Winter/Spring Terms) Start looking 6 – 8 months in advance |
As Needed Positions Filled at Any Time |
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Tips
- Larger organizations can fill their internship opportunities a year in advance, be sure to start the search early.
- Application Deadlines are not always hard deadlines. Some organizations will fill positions before the application deadline has arrived.
- The job search process can take longer and be more involved than expected. You will likely need to apply for multiple positions before accepting an offer so start early!
- It is very common to not hear back from an employer about your application. They will be in contact if they are interested in moving forward with you as a candidate.
- Be prepared - know what type of positions you are looking for, have an updated résumé, connect with your references, practice interviewing, research companies, schedule time for your search - treat it like an additional course.
- Be realistic - this is a very subjective process that sometimes doesn’t make sense. Work with a Career Development Specialist to help you understand how to navigate it.
- Don’t take the process to personally; most often, decisions organizations make are not personal.
Updated 7/11/16 JMV