Resources

Job search resources

General Resume Advice:

  1. Student Employment Resume Tip Sheet
  2. Student Emploment Resume Tailoring Tip Sheet
  3. Integrating Academics into a Resume
  4. 43 Resume Tips that Will Get You Hired
  5. Resume Tips & Tricks
  6. Job Application Keyword Search Tool

Creating Effective Bullet Points:

  1. Article: "How to Create Great Accomplishment Statements"
  2. Video: Using the WHO Statement to Create Effective Bullet Points
  3. Video: How to Write Strong Bullet Points

Also, check out this webpage dedicated to resume writing.

Cover Letter Guides & Worksheets:

  1. Student Employment Cover Letter Tip Sheet
  2. Student Emploment Cover Letter Tailoring Tip Sheet
  3. Guide: Cover Letter Overview & Examples
  4. Worksheet: Building Your Cover Letter

Cover Letter Articles & Tips:

  1. Article: How to Write a Cover Letter
  2. Article: 31 Tips for Cover Letter Writing
  3. Article: Write a Cover Letter in 5 Easy Steps

Also, check out this webpage dedicated to cover letter writing.

Student Employment Interview Tip Sheet

Interview Research & Preparation Worksheets:

  1. Worksheet: Student Employment Interview Prep
  2. Worksheet: Student Employment Interview Preparation Packet

Interview Preparation Guides:

  1. Article: 10 Best Questions to Ask in an Interview
  2. Article: The Ultimate Interview Guide
  3. Article: Guide to 46 Most Common Interview Questions
  4. Video: Using the STAR Method to Answer Questions

Interview Follow-up:

  1. Handout: Following Up via Email
  2. Handout: Thank You Email Overview

Phone Interview Tips:

  1. Article: 22 Phone Interview Tips
  2. Article: How to Ace the Phone Interview

Also, check out this webpage dedicated to interview tips and strategies.

Guidelines & Resources:

  1. Handout: Checking on Applications via Email
  2. Article: Gathering Great References
  3. Article: Time Management Tips for Your Job Search

Tracking Applications:

  1. Microsoft Job Search Tracker
  2. The Muse Article: Job Search Tracking Steps
  3. Huntr: Free Job Search Tracking App

Student Employment Networking Tip Sheet

Networking-Related Worksheets:

  1. Informational Interview Guide
  2. Network Tracker
  3. Elevator Pitch Planner & Job Fair Checklist
  4. Networking Action Plan

LinkedIN Resources:

  1. Infographic: Building a Powerful LinkedIN Profile
  2. Article: Using LinkedIN for the Job Search
  3. Article: 31 LinkedIN Tips for Job Seekers
  4. Resource Hub: LinkedIN for Students

Need employment during COVID-19? Need funding assistance due to the reduction of your student employment position? Check out the below resource:

COVID-19 employment opportunities & resources

Review this often, as it will be updated with new resources and opportunities as we learn of them. For financial aid and funding support, please visit this page for more information from the Office of Student Financial Services. 

Our office has created some additional resources that may be helpful for you to consider in the job search process this year:

Job searching during COVID-19 tip sheet

Job searching tips for international students

Need additional guidance or want help with your applications? Chat with us at future@iupui.edu, 317-274-0857, or use the virtual drop-in or appointment services listed above. We’re here to help!

Looking for resources for your full-time job search or within your academic school? Visit Career Services.

COVID-19 employment resources

Seeking a new or first position on campus? 

  • At this time, due to budget constraints, the university has lifted the hiring freeze for any work-study funded positions. Students who can see an “SU” or “AY 20-21” federal work-study award showing in their financial view in One.IU.edu are eligible for hire at this time and can begin to search for positions.

  • We encourage all students who are not work-study eligible to finalize their resumes in preparation for job searching when the hiring freeze is lifted. Need job search assistance for part-time jobs in the Indy area? We can assist you in getting started. See information here on how to schedule appointments with office staff.

Additional resources

Our office has created some additional resources that may be helpful for you to consider in the job search process this year:

Job searching during COVID-19 tip sheet

Job searching tips for international students

If you have additional questions or need further support in your job search, you can always chat with us at future@iupui.edu, 317-274-0857, or use the virtual drop-in or appointment services listed on the page above. We’re here to help!

IU Human Resources (HR) has worked through and continues to update policies and procedures to support university employees and university operations. It should be noted that student employees are considered temporary employees by the university. Students should stay in touch with their supervisor and refer to the Working Through COVID-19 page for updates and FAQs. Specific questions should be sent to AskHR@iu.edu.

For more information on COVID-19 and the university’s plan, visit coronavirus.iu.edu.

Have more questions? Connect with the Office of International Affairs for more information related to the international student experience.

Job success and professionalism resources

Bepko Learning Center resources

Check out resources for time management, goal setting, and more.

Professional development plan

Use this template to set SMART goals for your development as an employee.

IU temporary employee policies

Locate IU policies related to your role as a student employee.

Office of Equal Opportunity

Check out resources for requesting accommodation, reporting bias, and more.

DIY Professional Headshot tips

Use this tip sheet for instructions on how to take your own professional headshot.

LinkedIn Learning

IU HR has partnered with LinkedIn Learning to provide current IU staff, faculty, and students with access to an online library of more than 15,000 expert-led video tutorials and courses. Expand and improve your business, technology and creative skills on your schedule, from any device, anywhere.