1. The Mechanical Engineering Job Search Presentation by Itanza Lawrence Career Placement Officer

2. Key Points Background Companies Industries Resume Cover Letters Organization Networking

3. BACKGROUND WHY ARE YOU A VALUABLE ASSET TO THE ENGINEERING WORLD? Hard work Determination A great laugh Ability to think outside of the box Previous experience Research, summer jobs, internships, student group leadership Writing Skills Your culture

4. Several of these companies are viewed as the “Top Engineering Companies” to work for.Top Engineering Companies COMPANIES

5. INDUSTRIES Aerospace Automotive Chemical Construction Defense Electronics Consumer Goods Marine Pharmaceuticals Rail Utilities

6. Choosing the Right Job Considerations for your career plan may include: Personal interests and values Skills you have; skills you need Personal goals for the next 5, 10, 25 years Financial needs or goals Preference for large or small company or work environment Geographic preferences Goals for growth (skills, experiences, finances, personal) Online resources can help you explore various career plans.resources

7. THE RESUME Must Have… Clearly defined margins Contact information GPA* Clear Format Must NOT Have… Typos Excessive formatting “I” More than 1 page

8. Name in LARGE font Education at the top Locations and dates on the right hand side balance the resume Clear Margin (no less than.65”) Consistent Formatting - Location, font & size Experience should be listed in reverse chronological order Action words to begin bullet points Include all relevant skills

9. Talk about the role your applying for Tell them why you are excited Tell them why your background adds to your value Address additional skills Close and reiterate interest

10. Organization/Preparation Create an excel sheet with relevant information – Organization name – Link – Interest level – Contact Keep it updated Prepare before speaking with employers

11. NETWORKING LinkedIn – Mechanical Engineering GroupGroup Center for Career Education – Lionshare Conferences Me! – MechE Office Hours are 1-3 PM on Tuesdays Networking is a powerful tool responsible for the majority of career placement. This goes beyond personal, long-term relationships and can come from short term acquaintances developed through LinkedIn, Student Group Associations and introductions at career fairs.

12. INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS International Students and Scholars Office Don’t be afraid to use resources from other schools – See Rice’s Job Search PamphletJob Search Pamphlet Start Early Network with International Alumni

13. Questions?