Preparation 

Essentials

• A targeted resume, cover letter, and networking strategy:  Your research will allow you to present your relevant skills and experience in the language of the healthcare industry, which is especially important if you are a career switcher. The more feedback you receive on your resume and cover letter from career advisors, peer advisors, classmates, and alumni with industry experience, the stronger your applications will be. Participating in Healthcare Career Day, on-campus employer events, and scheduling informational discussions with alumni at your target companies and organizations will provide the foundation for your networking strategy.

• Look at examples of job descriptions that interest you and familiarize yourself with the specific skillsets, strengths, and competencies that are in demand for the roles you seek.   This will also help you narrow down the types of companies within healthcare you want to focus upon. 

• Networking to deepen knowledge of a target company, build relationships and demonstrate your strengths as a candidate is required to attain an internship or full-time position.   

• Firms commonly evaluate from your first interactions.  Firm representatives and alumni visit campus and meet with students to identify top talent long before the formal resume submission.  Every informational counts!