Powerpoint presentation from the Spring 2014 Career Workshop for International Students, presented by Trinity's Career Services Center.

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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