The document provides career planning resources and guidance for international students at Trinity University, including developing a four-year career plan with assistance from career advisors, gaining competitive experience through volunteering, interning, working, and leadership roles, and utilizing various tools and resources for job searching, networking, researching employers, and marketing skills and experience. Key areas covered are resume and interview preparation, emphasizing transferable skills, utilizing the alumni directory and career networking platforms, and taking advantage of career advising hours and immigration planning sessions.

1. Career Planning for
International Students
www.trinity.edu/career
210.999.8321
careerservices@trinity.edu

2. Four Year Career Plan

3. Develop a Plan
 Start early
 Meet with a career advisor
 Discuss career and academic plans
beyond Trinity
 Plan an active job search
 Register in TigerJobs and post your
resume online

4. Be Competitive & Strategic
Volunteer
Intern
Work
Research
Leadership involvement

5. Market Your Skills &
Experience
 Resume
 Cover letter
 Social media
 Interview preparation
• Interview Guide
• Mock interviews

6. Emphasize Key Competencies
Leadership
Organization
Facilitation
Problem solving
Conflict Resolution
Cultural Adaptability
Professionalism
Technology Adept

7. Networking
 Alumni Membership Directory
 Career Network Chairs and Presidents
 LinkedIn
 Faculty
 Making Connections (TigerJobs)
 Alumni Career Snapshots (TigerJobs)

8. Research Employers
 Books of Lists
 Going Global
 Alumni referrals
 Faculty referrals – Potential references
 TigerJobs

9. Utilize TigerJobs
Connect to employers and career info
Job listings
Employer information sessions/interviews
Alumni profiles
Upcoming events
Resume posting
Online resource links and guides

10. For more information…
www.trinity.edu/career
http://web.trinity.edu/x10244.xml
Immigration Planning Session
Friday, March 21, 2:30-4:30pm
Northrup Hall, 040

11. Career Advising
Walk-in hours
MWF 1:30 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
T/TH 10:30 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
Appointments
Mon-Fri 8 a.m. -5 p.m.
210 - 999-8321

12. Career Services
www.trinity.edu/career
careerservices@trinity.edu
210-999-8321
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