Job Search Assistance
Individual appointments
Meet with a career counselor to help you create the tools you need to conduct a successful job search – resume, cover letter, portfolio, and efolio. Learn about job search methods such as networking and online job search web sites. Career counselors can also help you prepare for interviews and salary negotiation. To schedule an appointment with a career counselor, stop by Drew Science 113 or call 651.523.2302 during office hours.
Job Search Group
One of the newest resources available to you through the CDC is the Job Search Group - If you’re a senior with a goal in mind, we can help you achieve it! Learn how to market yourself to potential employers, navigate a job search, target specific industries, and interview like a pro! In addition, you’ll develop a support network with other seniors and learn how to use each other as resources in your search.
For more information or to sign up, contact Lauren Kavan at 651-523-2302
The group is open to all CLA seniors, but enrollment is limited to 8 students.
Online Job Search Sites
St. Cloud State University Job Posting
How to Get a Job in The Federal Government
source: Grosby, O. (2004) Occupational Outlook Quaterly
Resources for International Students:
H1B Visa Jobs - an online database of American Employers that sponsor H1B visa for international professionals. The company charges a $50.00 access fee for each data base for a six-month period. The data bases include the following areas: Administration, Business Administration & Management, Computer Science, Education & Research, Engineering, Languages, Life & Health Sciences, Math & Physical Sciences, Medicine, and Other professions.
International Student City Career Center - Comprehensive information and knowledge about everything an international student needs to know about working in the United States.
H1B Sponsors for USA IT jobs - Exclusive site for H1B holders and new or transfer H1B holders. Free resume posting, information about H1B status, USCIS centers and USA VISA.
Foreign MBA - Number one internet community for M.B.A. students from around the world. The site includes a list of more than 70 employers that have a history of hiring foreign M.B.A.s.
USA Immigration and H1B Visa Information Center - travel, live, study or work in America-everything you need is right here.
Resources for Resumes and Cover Letters:
Career Lab
Career Resource
Seeking Success
Ten Minute Resume
Handouts to download
Resources for Salary and Budgeting:
About.com
Salary.com
Salary Calculator
Salary Calculator if you are moving
CDC Career Resource Library
