Job & Internship Search Strategies

When searching for jobs and internships, it’s crucial to employ effective strategies that maximize your chances of success. This includes leveraging online job boards, networking with professionals in your desired field, attending career fairs, utilizing social media platforms. By combining these strategies, you can optimize your search and increase your prospects for finding rewarding employment or internship opportunities. Schedule an appointment with a Career coach to develop your strategy, and they’ll stress the importance of resilience and perseverance in the application process too! 

Resources

Check out these great resources where you can begin your Job Search:

Handshake

Explore internships and job opportunities from employers seeking WashU students across industries, including on-campus jobs.

Linkedin

Discover jobs and internship opportunities, while easily seeing if there are alumni at the company you are applying to

Careernomics

Designed for Master’s level and PhD students, find jobs and internships curated for your level of education

Be sure to check out our Career Community pages to find resources tailored to YOU and your job search!

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