Senior Year Checklist
By Liz Seasholtz
Transitioning to life after college (yes, it does exist) can be a rocky process. Find time between studying and partying during your senior year to do the following things, and you'll be on your way to smoothly adjusting to the working world before you even turn your tassel.
Buy a suit. You're likely to wear one several times during your senior year, whether attending career fairs, giving formal presentations in class, or going on interviews. Although a suit can be pricey, think of it as an investment in your future.
Polish up your resume and cover letter. Take advantage of the free advice offered at your university's career service center and always have an updated resume and cover letter on hand. “You never know when you'll meet someone who can get you a job,” says Barbara Hewitt, senior associate director of University of Pennsylvania's career services center. “It can be on the train, a conference, or a networking event, and you'll need an updated resume on the spot.”
Create a portfolio. Many students forget about creating a portfolio to showcase their work, but a collection of notable work can give you an advantage when it comes to standing out among other job applicants. Standard for fine arts, journalism, and visual communication majors, portfolios featuring term papers, research projects, or work from summer internships can be helpful for other majors.
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