CAREER DEVELOPMENT

Writing and Career Readiness Tutors and Peer Mentors

• Writing coaching, tutoring, and technical guidance: resume, cover letter, digital presence, and more!

Resume Guidance

• Resume tips, examples, videos, and additional resources

Cover Letter Guidance

• Cover letter writing guidance, templates, and additional resources

Interview Preparation Guidance

• Present an authentic self while promoting professional identity

LinkedIn & Online Networking Guidance

• Across online platforms, develop a consistent and comprehensive digital presence

How to use Handshake Online Platform and Mobile App to search and apply for part-time and full-time jobs, internships, and more

• Located on your OKTA Dashboard

• Use your student email

• Activate your student Handshake account

On-Campus Jobs (direct link to Handshake)

• Learn more

Local Job Board

• Look for local jobs not listed on Handshake (e.g., dogwalker, caregiver, retail, tutor, childcare, etc.)

• Dominican does not conduct a background check for these listings

Internships

• Overview of the internship application process, Dominican forms, and academic credit

Digital Portfolio Guidelines, Support, and Resources

• Create, enhance, and elevate your Digital Portfolio!

• Develop a reflective and/or showcase portfolio

Learn more about accessibility and disability rights in the workplace

How can I be my authentic self while developing my professional identity?

4 Year Plan: Develop a timeline for your career goals, defining what you need to do each year

Career Readiness: Learn about what you need to do and when.

The National Association for Colleges and Universities (NACE) provides extensive evidence-based research for its outlined core career competencies.

Know your disability related legal rights: https://www.eeoc.gov/laws/guidance/your-employment-rights-individual-disability

Non-Citizens and International Students: Here are additional resources for more job search and career-related information