Learn the fundamentals of building a resume by watching some helpful videos and reviewing sample resumes:

• Formatting a resume
• Tailoring your resume

Resume samples:

• Accounting
• Biology
• Business
• Communication Student-Athlete
• Computer Science
• Education
• First Year
• General
• MBA Entry Level
• MBA Experienced Professional
• Speech-Language-Hearing

General tips for resume writing:

• Resume Writing Guide with Examples
• Resume Essentials Checklist
• Resume Writing Action Verbs

Understand the difference between a CV and a resume, and how to construct a curriculum vita.

• Understanding the curriculum vita
• Clinical Professional Counseling Masters CV Example
• PsyD CV Example

Learn what to include and how to organize an effective cover letter. 

• Cover Letter Format and Sample

Pick up some tips on how to make the most out of your internship experience, and turning this into a full-time job opportunity.

• Developing relationships at your internship
• How to negotiate a full-time position

• Explore career options by major
• Join Pathfinders - a career exploration and discernment group for sophomores
• Like to journal? Answer one question a day that can lead to more career clarity!
• Peak Moment Analysis - Think of a time or experience where you have lost all sense of time to help define the conditions in which you thrive. (Adapted from Designing Your Life, Bill Burnett & Dave Evans)
• Good Time Journal - Discover what brings you joy by assessing your own energy and engagement! Follow this guide for directions. (Adapted from Designing Your Life, Bill Burnett & Dave Evans)

• Take a career assessment like the Strong Interest Inventory or the Myers-Briggs Type Indicator if you aren't sure where to begin

Learn how to best describe your experience in an interview. Being able to effectively illustrate your skills and your value is key to landing that next career opportunity.

• Preparing for the interview
• Anticipating questions and preparing answers
• Interview do's and don'ts

Need a quiet space to conduct a virtual interview? Reserve a Huddle Room at the Rizzo Career Center

• Requests should be made at least 3 business days in advance
• Questions? E-mail LoyolaReady@loyola.edu

Establishing and nurturing professional relationships is integral to your career journey, and isn't limited to just gathering business cards for possible job opportunities.

• Informational Interviewing Guide
• How to build a meaningful connection
• Building professional relationships during and after an internship
• Investigating roles with an informational interview

In need of business cards? You can order personalized, Loyola-branded business cards ($6) through The Bridge. Orders take approximately 7-10 business days, and you will be notified when they are ready to pick up at the Rizzo Career Center (shipping is not available at this time).

Social media can be a powerful tool in showcasing your value to an employer. If you aren't leveraging your online presence to illustrate your passions, goals, and values, you are missing out on a great opportunity to show employers what makes you unique!

• Building a brand across social media

It's best to start planning for graduate school early. View the sample timeline below to begin the preparation process!

• Graduate School Guide

The following information is being provided as a resource only.  Loyola University has no relationship with these corporations and makes no endorsement regarding its services.

Baltimore Collegetown
Internship and volunteer opportunities, along with advice for working and living in Baltimore 

CareerOneStop
Department of Labor sponsored site to explore career paths and industry projections

Glassdoor
Insider reviews of companies from employees and applicants

Internships.com
The largest online database of internship postings across the US and globe

LinkedIn Jobs/LinkedIn Internships/LinkedIn Salary
The world’s largest professional network featuring robust profiles, job postings, and salary research

TheMuse
Advice, job postings, and company insider information with optional paid career coaching services

WayUp
Free comprehensive career advice plus job and internship postings targeting college students

Your Project X

A social enterprise start-up with the mission to help 1 million students build purposeful careers by connecting them to unique opportunities

Suited
AI-powered recruiting network to assist candidates from all backgrounds access sought-after opportunities in financial services. Launched spring 2019 in investment banking and now actively expanding to asset/wealth management, sales and trading

ExecuNet
Career resources and job postings for executives and senior-level managers

TheLadders.com
Specialized resources and postings for $100k+ job seekers and recruiters

VelvetJobs
Veteran resource guide to job searching, resume writing, networking, and interview tips

ZipRecruiter
Job board for professionals with all levels of experience. Features “Get Recruited,” a feature where job seekers complete profiles, select preferences and interests, and are connected with employers who are seeking their skill set

Gradschools.com
A leading comprehensive source of graduate school information nationwide

Petersons.com
Comprehensive graduate program resource for program selection and application process insights

NACE Community: LGBT Resources
A list of helpful resources for LGBT college students, job candidates, and employees complied by the National Association of Colleges and Employers.