Pull it all together

Ensure you are confident and ready to transition into graduate employment.

Tips

• Have your resume, cover letter and LinkedIn checked to ensure they are effectively marketing you.
• Check your referees are current and prepared to receive enquiries.
• Reconnect with your networks - let them know what you are up to professionally and seek their advice and support. Work on growing your professional contacts.
• Employers will google you, so ensure that your online presence is professional and highlights your skills, qualifications and experiences.
• Review the privacy settings on your social media accounts to ensure employers' access what you wish them to see.
• Make sure your LinkedIn profile is current and relevant to your future career plans.
• Use the JCU Careers and Employability resources in particular the JCU Employability Edge modules, the course specific resume templates, cover letter example and Big Interview for help in applying for graduate jobs and performing at interviews.
• Book an appointment with JCU Careers and Employability staff for personal assistance with job search strategies, applications and interviews. You can book via the Careers and Employability website or call the office on 1800246446 (option 4).