Get a Job

Some students go straight to work after high school - it’s the end of schooling and the start of finding a career. People who go straight into the workplace usually do not have formal credentials beyond a high school diploma (although some do choose to pursue further education, later in their career). 

Finding a Job

An important step to finding a job is knowing where to look. If you have specific companies in mind that you’d like to work for, you can go to their respective websites to search and apply for any open positions that interest you.

Another way to search online is via career search websites such as Indeed.com, Ziprecruiter.com, or Monster.com (to name a few). The nice thing about job-focused websites is you can use search terms and filters to drill down to open jobs that fit your specific criteria. There are also federal, state, and city government-run job websites available for you to access.

You might also find a job by attending local job fairs or networking with friends and family members. As the saying goes, “it’s not what you know, but who you know.”

Other job search options include attending local job fairs and using your network of friends, family, and acquaintances to find job opportunities.

Polish Your Resume

Your resume is a summary of your education, experience, and skills. This important document is your first impression to hiring managers. Having a polished and updated resume can help you stand out from the crowd, and hopefully get you to the front of the line for an interview. Use the resources on our resume page to create a resume or to improve on one you already have.  

Some jobs might also require a cover letter, so you might want to write one you can use for applications. Sometimes a resume isn’t enough to tell your whole story. With a cover letter, you can be a little more detailed and provide additional information about your skills and experience.