Your career development process starts before you even begin your first class. Use this online career checklist and calendar designed for MS in STL students to get this process started. The UB School of Management Career Resource Center (CRC) and the UB Career Design Center are both resources for you to use throughout your degree program.
Read and follow the schedule outlined in each section to prepare for the internship and job search process. The early activities will ensure completion of CRC requirements during your MS program. Access the necessary online tools and resources in each section to accomplish the semester objectives outlined.
The Career Resource Center (CRC) serves as the primary resource for students and alumni of the School of Management in career exploration and job search. The CRC is a key link between the school and employers, offering many programs that bring these groups together, such as career events, alumni connections, internships, campus recruiting and career development workshops and seminars. Our mission is to create a caring environment that enables and motivates you to be successful in reaching your individual career goals.
The CRC's dedicated staff is committed to assisting you throughout your career development and job search process. Get to know our team by visiting the CRC staff page. Melissa Ruggiero is dedicated to the students in STL who focus on operations and supply chain.
A robust career community that challenges students to imagine and design meaningful lives and careers.
We challenge students to see possibilities and seek opportunities in preparation for life after college. Visit our Career Design Center staff page. Holly Justice is dedicated to the students in STL who focus on transportation, logistics and engineering-related careers.
Adjust this timeline depending on how many semesters you will be enrolled and your projected graduation date.
Your résumé is due June 27.
You will receive access to BizLink, the CRC’s career management system in late August. Watch for an email.
Information about events and workshops are promoted through email during the semester. RSVP for events in BizLink or Bullseye, powered by Handshake respectively.
Sign in to the BizLink and Bullseye, powered by Handshake career management systems separately and complete all forms and answer all questions.
After your career advisor has reviewed your résumé and you have made the recommended changes, upload your résumé to both the BizLink and Bullseye systems. All MS STL résumés should be approved and uploaded by the end of September.
Review cover letter and job search correspondence resources. Any letter or email sent to a potential employer must be error-free, appropriately formatted and tailored to the company's needs and the desired employment opportunity. Check the CRC workshops and Career Design Center workshops for the Job Search Correspondence workshop and other relevant workshops. You can always get your correspondence and profile reviewed by the CRC or the Career Design Center. Here are the CRC's cover letter resources.
After watching the Advanced Interviewing workshop series and viewing the CRC interviewing guide and tips, schedule a practice interview with Melissa Ruggiero via BizLink or Holly Justice via Bullseye, powered by Handshake to set a baseline interview. This will help you be prepared in case an employer calls you for an interview unexpectedly
Join student organizations and local professional associations that relate to your functional area of interest. The School of Engineering and Applied Sciences hosts an additional list of SEAS student organizations you may find interesting.
Research and identify a list of companies to target for internship and/or full-time job opportunities. Use the following tools:
Keep an Excel file of these companies, contacts and activity. Keep text of the positions you apply to for when you get called for the interview.
Some companies recruit summer interns in early fall, so it is important to monitor BizLink and Bullseye as well as company websites for internship and job opportunities. Some résumé deadlines are as early as September, while other companies wait until they have an immediate need. BizLink and Bullseye also list Employer Information Sessions.
Attend both the UB Management Career and Internship Expo and the UB STEAM Fair in early fall. Some of the attending companies will hold on-campus interviewing (virtual or in-person) immediately or shortly after the fair. (However, do not rely solely on on-campus interviewing for full-time positions.) Review the CRC's Job Fairs and Events page for more information, including the national career fairs. Potential financial assistance for conferences can be requested through the WOW Fund via BizLink | Jobs.
Some of our more competitive students who are conducting a national job search choose to attend a national career conference. Learn about these conferences here. The most common career fairs for our STL students are:
TIP: Watch the 2021 Prepare for the National Conferences workshop. And watch BizLink for the latest workshops.
INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS: Many of the employers who attend national career fairs focus on domestic candidates at the fair. However, it may be an opportunity to connect with company representatives for future opportunities.
Make the most of your winter break by networking and learning.
Revise your résumé to showcase your fall projects. Upload your new résumé and update your profile and preferences in both BizLink and Bullseye.
Tips on Formatting Your Résumé Using Word
Using the CRC template is important, but you may still want to watch this quick video to learn the MS Word hacks necessary to format your résumé professionally.
Continue building your network and relationships using the CRC networking resources.
Conduct informational interviews with alumni working in positions, companies or geographic areas of interest using LinkedIn and UB Career Connector Network. (Career Connector is currently under construction. It is expected to be back online in fall of 2022.)
Attend on-campus job fairs and networking events within the community, such as the Summer Jobs and Internship Fair (organized by UB Career Design Center). However, do not rely solely on on-campus interviewing for full-time positions.
Continue to research and identify a list of companies to target for full-time job opportunities. Go directly to company websites for information about how to submit your résumé. Conduct a targeted direct mail/email campaign to companies of interest. Also, network with fellow students, faculty and alumni, as well as friends and family. Understand when each company on your list recruits college grads for new positions.
Learn more about searching for internships.
Continue building your network and relationships using the CRC networking resources.
Conduct informational interviews with alumni working in positions, companies or geographic areas of interest using LinkedIn and UB Career Connector Network. (Career Connector is currently under construction. It is expected to be back online in fall of 2022.)
Take this opportunity to intern and implement what you have been learning in the program.
Alternatives to interning include working on existing projects or research with faculty, earning a certification, working a job (on campus if you are international), traveling, etc.
Some other ways to gain experience may include working on short-term company projects, volunteering, or micro-internships. However, international students need to verify eligibility with International Student Services (ISS).
Update your résumé to include new projects and any other relevant experiences, including an internship using the CRC résumé resources.
The relevance and content of your LinkedIn profile is important. The more relevant your profile, the easier it is for recruiters and hiring managers to find you. This short video can help you update your profile.
Continue building your network and relationships using the CRC networking resources.
Conduct informational interviews with alumni working in positions, companies or geographic areas of interest using LinkedIn and UB Career Connector Network. (Career Connector is currently under construction. It is expected to be back online in fall of 2022.)
Continue to research and identify a list of companies to target for full-time job opportunities. Go directly to company websites for information about how to submit your résumé. Conduct a targeted direct mail/email campaign to companies of interest. Also, network with fellow students, faculty and alumni, as well as friends and family. Understand when each company on your list recruits college grads for new positions.
Determine your market-value by researching salary statistics by degree, location, career and industry using a number of resources. Begin with the School of Management’s Employment and Salary Statistics; also collect a few data points to determine your salary expectations and range.
Review information on Managing Job Offers and Compensation Negotiations.
Apply for your Optional Practical Training (OPT) in a timely manner so that you are eligible to begin working full-time for your prospective employer.
Within two to three months of graduation, you should no longer be looking at the "college hiring" section of company websites. Focus on immediate openings for experienced candidates.
As soon as you graduate, you are a member of the School of Management Alumni Association. We recommend updating your contact information and joining the LinkedIn group.
Update your LinkedIn account to show your new employer and job title and keep in contact. The CRC often reaches out to alumni from the program to help advise current students about companies, industries, markets and hiring processes.
Your résumé is due January 18
You will receive access to BizLink, the CRC’s career management system in late August. Watch for an email.
Information about events and workshops are promoted through email during the semester. RSVP for events in BizLink or Bullseye, powered by Handshake respectively.
Sign in to the BizLink and Bullseye, powered by Handshake career management systems separately and complete all forms and answer all questions.
After your career advisor has reviewed your résumé and you have made the recommended changes, upload your résumé to both the BizLink and Bullseye systems. All MS STL résumés should be approved and uploaded by the end of February.
Review cover letter and job search correspondence resources. Any letter or email sent to a potential employer must be error-free, appropriately formatted and tailored to the company's needs and the desired employment opportunity. Check the CRC workshops and Career Design Center workshops for the Job Search Correspondence workshop and other relevant workshops. You can always get your correspondence and profile reviewed by the CRC or Career Design Center. Here are the CRC's cover letter resources.
After attending an Advanced Interviewing workshop, schedule a practice interview with Melissa Ruggiero via BizLink or Holly Justice via Bullseye, powered by Handshake to set a baseline interview. This will help you be prepared in case an employer calls you for an interview unexpectedly
Join student organizations and local professional associations that relate to your functional area of interest. The School of Engineering and Applied Sciences hosts an additional list of SEAS student organizations you may find interesting.
Research and identify a list of companies to target for internship and/or full-time job opportunities. Use the following tools:
Keep an Excel file of these companies, contacts and activity. Keep text of the positions you apply to for when you get called for the interview.
Take this opportunity to intern (if you are a citizen or permanent resident) and implement what you have been learning so far. Work on projects or get a certification, work a job and travel too. (International students must study in the U.S. for two full semesters, not including summer,to qualify for an off campus internship. Spring start international students can intern off campus in their third semester, which is spring).
Continue building your network and relationships using the CRC networking resources.
Conduct informational interviews with alumni working in positions, companies or geographic areas of interest using LinkedIn and UB Career Connector Network. (Career Connector is currently under construction. It is expected to be back online in fall of 2022.)
Update your résumé to include new projects and any other relevant experiences, including an internship using the CRC résumé resources.
The relevance and content of your LinkedIn profile is important. The more relevant your profile, the easier it is for recruiters and hiring managers to find you. This short video can help you update your profile.
It is time to begin your full-time job hunt (possibly in addition to your spring semester internship search). Attend on-campus job fairs and networking events within the community. However, do not rely solely on on-campus interviewing for internships or full-time positions.
Continue to research and identify a list of companies to target for full-time job opportunities. Go directly to company websites for information about how to submit your résumé. Conduct a targeted direct mail or email campaign to companies of interest. Also, network with fellow students, faculty and alumni, as well as friends and family. Understand when each company on your list recruits college graduates for new positions.
Some companies recruit June graduate students in early fall, so it is important to monitor BizLink and Bullseye, powered by Handshake as well as your target company websites for summer internships. Some résumé deadlines are as early as September, while other companies wait until they have an immediate need. BizLink and Bullseye, powered by Handshake also list Employer Information Sessions.
Attend both the UB Management Career and Internship Expo and the UB STEAM Fair in early fall. Some of the attending companies will hold on-campus interviewing immediately or shortly after the fair. (However, do not rely solely on on-campus interviewing for full-time positions.) Review the CRC's Job Fairs and Events page for more information, including the national career fairs.
Some of our more competitive students who are conducting a national job search choose to attend a national career conference. Learn about these conferences here. The most common career fairs for our STL students are:
Review information on Managing Job Offers and Compensation Negotiations.
Make the most of your winter break by networking and learning.
Upload a new résumé to showcase your fall projects. BizLink | Bullseye, powered by Handshake
If you are still job hunting, continue with a wise strategy. Attend workshops you may have missed last spring (or again for a refresher).
Determine your market-value by researching salary statistics by degree, location, career and industry using a number of resources. Begin with the School of Management’s Employment and Salary Statistics; also collect a few data points to determine your salary expectations and range.
Review information on Managing Job Offers and Compensation Negotiations.
Apply for your Optional Practical Training (OPT) in a timely manner so that you are eligible to begin working full-time for your prospective employer.
Within two to three months of graduation, you should no longer be looking at the "college hiring" section of company websites. Focus on immediate openings for experienced candidates.
As soon as you graduate, you are a member of the School of Management Alumni Association. We recommend updating your contact information and joining the LinkedIn group.
Join the UB Career Connector Network as an advisor.
Update your LinkedIn account to show your new employer and job title and keep in contact. The CRC often reaches out to alumni from the program to help advise current students about companies, industries, markets and hiring processes.
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