Pregraduation Planning and Research Chart
10–8 Months Prior
- Evaluation of Knowledge and Skills
- Define Job Duties
- Research Job Opportunities
- Determine Your Market Factors from list below:
- Geographic Areas
- Family Considerations
- Demographics
- Industry Preference
- Company Size
- Research Sources of Information
8–5 Months Prior
- Financial Planning
- Continue Research
- Decide Alternate Choices
- Prepare Resume
5–2 Months Prior
- Research Current Industry Literature
- Join Professional Societies
- Practice Interview Techniques
- Formulate Search Methods
- Begin Industry Contacts
2–0 Months Prior
- Prepare Wardrobe
- Prepare “In Person” Contact List
- Read newspapers, Journals, etc.
- Contact Agencies
- Study Your Chosen Professional Skill Area
- Obtain Work Reference Letter from Superior/Professors