An effective job search involves a wide range of activities. Keep yourself organized—and keep your job search on track—with this checklist of job search activities.
Research career and job opportunities:
Network, read newspapers, surf the Web.
Set up informational interviews.
Attend meetings of professional organizations.Prepare your job search documents:
Complete/update your resume.
Complete your portfolio.
Talk to your references, and prepare reference list.Contact prospective employers:
Send out cover letters and resumes.
Attend job fairs and talk to employers.
Interview with employers.
Maintain communication:
Follow up interviews with phone calls and/or thank-you notes.
Network!