How Do I Begin My Job Search?

Get a Clue - Have a Plan!

Follow the BIG RED ROAD to a Successful Job Search

Sources for Job Search Plans, Tips and Timetables

• Career Planning and Job Search Timetable by CollegeGrad.com
• "Common Cultural Barriers to the Job Search" from the University of Michigan International Center
• "Global Etiquette" section of Monster.com Work Abroad
• "Global Job Search" section of Monster.com Work Abroad
• "International" section of JobWeb.com
• Job Search and Planning Help from JobWeb.com
• Six-month Job Search Timetable
• "U.S. Employment: Challenges for International Students" from JobWeb.com
  

Tools of the Trade - Resumes, Cover Letters & Applications

WKU's Career Services Center Resources

• HIRS - Hilltopper Internet Resume Service
• Job Search Assistance Provided by Center's Career Counselors
• Resume Assistance Provided by Center's Career Counselors
• Resume/Job Search Resources

Internet Resume & Cover Letter Resources

• All 4Resumes
• "Curriculum Vitaes Versus Resumes
• "Creating a Winning Cover Letter" from WetFeet.com
• "Differences in Resume Style in the U.S. and Abroad" from University of Michigan International Center
• JobTrak Job Search Manual - includes resume and cover letter info.
• JobStar Central - Job Search Guide
• List of Cover Letter and Resume links from WKU Career Services
• Monster Global Gateway "Do You Need a CV? Quick Tips"
• Purdue Online Writing Lab - Resumes and Employment Letters
• Rebecca Smith's eResumes & Resources
• Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute - Writing Lab Resume Handout
• The Resume Guide - by Susan Ireland
• The Riley Guide - CVs
• "What do employers really want in a resume?" by Wendy S. Enelow at JobWeb

Interview Preparation and Information

WKU's Career Services Center Resources

• Interview Preparation Assistance Provided by Center's Career Counselors
• Sample Interview Questions
• On Campus Interview Schedule

Internet Interview Preparation Resources

• "Differences in Interview Styles in the US and Abroad" by University of Michigan International Center
• "Interview Prep Packet" by Recruiter Solutions International
• "Job Interviews" by Wendy S. Enelow