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Internship & Job Search
Virtual Job & Internship Fairs
Student How-to Guide: Virtual Job & Internship Fairs
COVID-19 Related Resources
- Who's hiring/freezing hiring/laying off? - Candor.co (self-report information)
- Graduating in the age of COVID-19 | Student Guidebook from The Washington Center
- Resources for during COVID-19 economy | Handshake
- 500 Companies Hiring Students on Handshake | Handshake (list frequently updated)
- Resources for Job Seekers | UMN Alumni Association
- What Does the Coronavirus Pandemic Mean for Your Job Search? | The Muse
- Work & COVID-19 | The Muse (collection of articles)
- 5 Ways 2020 Changed Job Searching Forever | Fast Company
- What to do When a Job Offer Disappears | Forbes
- We have posts on our Peer Into Your Career blog that could be helpful: Preparing for a New, Virtual Role; Tips for a Successful Virtual Intern Experience; Tips for Interning & Working Remotely; Tips for Using Your Time Wisely; Creating Comebacks Through Setbacks; Setting up Your Productive Space
- Log into GoldPASS powered by Handshake for more virtual events and job & internship postings
We'll update this listing as resources become available.
If you want to talk to someone about how the pandemic is impacting your future plans, email carserv@d.umn.edu to set up an appointment with a Career Counselor.
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Career and Internship Services staff can assist you in preparing for an internship or job search and presenting yourself effectively as a candidate.
- "Checklist for Internship and Job Search Success" from the Career Handbook
- Resume and Cover Letter Critique Service
- Interviewing
- Job & Internship Fairs
- Internship & Job Listings
- "Asking for References & Letters of Recommendation" from the Career Handbook
- Student Reference Request Consent Sample Form from UMD HR
Top Skills and Qualities Employers Seek in Job Candidates
- Communication skills - oral & written
- Problem-solving skills
- Ability to work in a team
- Initiative
- Analytical/quantitative skills
- Strong work ethic
- Detail-oriented
- Technical skills related to the job
- Flexibility/adaptability
- Computer skills
- Interpersonal skills - relate well to others
Source: Job Outlook 2019, National Association of Colleges and Employers
Resources
Any links to external Web sites are provided as a courtesy. They should not be construed as an endorsement by Career and Internship Services of the content or views of the linked materials. The individual is advised to use caution and common sense when applying for any position with an organization or a private party.
General Job/Internship Search Info
- CareerJet
- CareerOneStop
- CareerWise (MN jobs)
- Glassdoor
- GoGovernment
- Idealist
- IMDiversity
- Job-Hunt
- Job Hunter's Bible
- Linkup
- Making the Liberal Arts Degree Pay Off (article)
- Mastering the Federal Application Process (online workshop, requires Adobe Flash)
- Monster
- Neuvoo
- Occupational Outlook Handbook
- USAJOBS.gov (government jobs)
- UMD Graduate Follow-up Report
- WomensJobList
- ZipRecruiter
International Students
- 24 month STEM Optional Practical Training (OPT) Extension
- Country-by-country guide: work-permit and visa information
- Curricular Practical Training (CPT)
- Foreign Labor Certification Data-Online Wage Library
- Going Global (log in through GoldPASS powered by Handshake and click on the Going Global logo on your GoldPASS powered by Handshake homepage)
- H1B Database Search
- Optional Practical Training (OPT)
- Overview of the U.S. job search for international students from the University of Pennsylvania
Researching Employers
Salary Information
Diverse Populations
- Career Diversity Resources - State U of New York Plattsburgh
- Career Resources for Women
- Disability
- Career Resources for Job Seekers with Disabilities (pdf)
- Disclosing a disability in a job interview (pdf)
- Job Accommodation Network
- Minnesota Vocational Rehabilitation Services
- National Collaborative on Workforce and Disability for Youth
- DiversityJobs
- DiversityJobs Street Smart
- Employment resources for ex-offenders
- IMDiversity
- LatPro
- Military Veterans
- WomensJobList