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Workshops

Working a Career Fair

Competencies that Build Career Success

Company Research

Creating an Effective CV

Timetable

What is a CV?

CV Format

Typical Sections on a CV

Dissertation Abstract

References

Types of Institutions

Your Preferences

Related Links

Jump Start Your Job Search

Self-Assessment

Applying to Graduate School

Winning Interview Techniques

Navigating the Job & Internship Market

Negotiating Your Future

Networking 101

Online Search Strategies

For Graduate Students: Creating an Effective CV

Timetable

Sept.-Nov. Seek advice and support of your advisor and other professors. Develop CV and begin to apply for jobs.
Nov.-Jan. Prepare for screening interviews at annual conferences. Ask advisors to help by making calls on your behalf.
Jan.-Mar. Prepare for campus visits.
March-May Negotiate offers (tenure track positions may be filled earlier in this timeframe, replacement positions filled later).

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