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Find an Opportunity that Fits Your Career Goals

The process of looking for job or internship opportunities can be stressful. To support you, the Chapman Career Team has gathered a group of resources to ease the process of job searching.

Schedule a job searching appointment with a career advisor from the Chapman Career Team here.

Explore upcoming job searching workshops and recruiting events here.

View internship and job postings through online portals such as Handshake, CareerShift and more here.

Develop your personal brand and explore job opportunities through LinkedIn.

Discover career resources related to your unique identity, including job boards, here.

Browse on-campus jobs posted throughout the year here.

Looking for more online job/internship boards? Visit our Jobs and Internships page!

The Importance of Networking

Did you know that 85% of jobs are filled through networking? That means that a variety of opportunities are obtained based on the people we know and the professionals we connect with. In addition to engaging in your job search online, it is equally important to build your network.

Skill Building

Skills represent your ability to perform tasks as needed and are highly sought after by employers from all fields. Identifying what essential skills are needed for specific roles or industries can help make you a stronger candidate!

Hard vs. Soft Skills - What the difference and what do I need?

Interning?

Earn academic credit by registering your internship! Students may apply for academic credit for qualifying in-person, virtual, paid or unpaid internships.

The Basics of Professional Attire

Making a positive first impression with what you wear can help set the stage with those interviewing you or those you hope to impress, leading to better interview outcomes. Remember that it is not a one-size-fits-allapproach and doing your industry research is critical.

Career Transitions

You may find yourself facing a career transition due to job loss, after taking a leave of absence or because of a new intrinsic desire to reinvent yourself and switch functions or industries. Regardless of what triggers your career change, making strategic decisions is critical for a successful transition. A strategic career transition includes self-assessment, evaluation of motivations and realities driving your career change, communication plans and exploration of resources.

Watch this informative recorded webinar by your Chapman Career Team for more information on career transitions, and reach out to discuss your next steps! We look forward to helping you build your strategy.

<p><span>Transitioning between careers and want to stay productive? Check out our </span><a data-auth="NotApplicable" data-linkindex="6" href="https://chapman.joinhandshake.com/edu/articles/19974" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Alternative Work Experiences</a><span> article. Please also </span><a data-auth="NotApplicable" data-linkindex="7" href="https://chapman.joinhandshake.com/edu/appointments/new" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">make an appointment</a><span> with our career advisors to discuss options and plan for your future goals!</span></p><a href="https://blogs.chapman.edu/career/2023/08/01/using-your-vacation-break-from-school-to-your-advantage-career-edition/"><img alt="" height="125px" role="presentation" src="../_files/funnel2/rolando-using-your-vacation-break-from-school-to-your-advantage-blog-image.jpg" width="290px"><h2> Using Your Vacation Break from School to Your Advantage </h2></a> Use break for the perfect opportunity to get ahead on your career goals and exploration journey! <ul class="linkList"></ul><a href="https://chapman.joinhandshake.com/edu/articles/25034"><img alt="" height="125px" role="presentation" src="../_files/funnel2/video-interview-820x312.jpg" width="290px"><h2> How to Write Acceptance, Declination and Resignation Letters </h2></a> Learn how to compose acceptance, declination and resignation letters! <ul class="linkList"></ul><a href="https://blogs.chapman.edu/career/2022/02/24/navigating-internships-as-a-transfer-student/"><img alt="" height="125px" role="presentation" src="../_files/funnel2/navigating-internships-as-a-transfer-student-blog-image.jpg.jpg" width="290px"><h2> Navigating Internships as a Transfer Student </h2></a> Discover what opportunities are available to transfer students at Chapman University! <ul class="linkList"></ul><a href="https://blogs.chapman.edu/career/2022/01/31/benefits-of-working-on-campus/"><img alt="" height="125px" role="presentation" src="../_files/funnel2/benefits-of-working-on-campus.jpg.jpg" width="290px"><h2> Benefits of Working on Campus </h2></a> Learn all about the benefits of being a student worker! <ul class="linkList"></ul><a href="https://blogs.chapman.edu/career/2021/10/15/myth-vs-fact-internships/"><img alt="" height="125px" role="presentation" src="../_files/funnel2/myth-vs-fact-internships.jpg.jpg" width="290px"><h2> Myth vs. Fact: Internships </h2></a> Debunking common beliefs students may have heard about internships during college! <ul class="linkList"></ul><a href="https://blogs.chapman.edu/career/2021/04/28/motivation-to-apply-application-fatigue/"><img alt="" height="125px" role="presentation" src="../_files/funnel2/motivation-to-apply-application-fatigue.jpg.jpg" width="290px"><h2> Motivation to Apply & Application Fatigue </h2></a> Tips to stay on track and move forward in your job search! <ul class="linkList"></ul><a href="https://blogs.chapman.edu/career/2021/04/22/email-templates-for-your-job-search/"><img alt="" height="125px" role="presentation" src="../_files/funnel2/email-templates-for-your-job-search.jpg.jpg" width="290px"><h2> Email Templates for Your Job Search </h2></a> Tips for writing a job application email to make you stand out! <ul class="linkList"></ul> <h2 class="text-with-cta__title">Staying Safe in Your Job Search</h2><a class="text-with-cta__button color--red" href="https://chapman.joinhandshake.com/edu/articles/19985">Stay Safe in your Job Search </a><span>During your job search, you will encounter hundreds and apply to dozens of opportunities. It’s important to be mindful of how to identify possible red flags and examples of common scam tactics.</span><span class="one-col-spacer"></span><br> Toggle Section <h2 class="header" role="button" tabindex="0"><span class="show"></span><span class="hide"></span> Chapman’s Job Board Disclaimer </h2> <p>Chapman University provides resources to employers and students and alumni seeking jobs, among others (collectively, “User(s)”). These resources include, but are not limited to,<span> </span>recruiting programs, career fairs, company presentations, virtual networking groups, resume books, job boards (including Handshake), internship postings, and job postings<span> </span>(collectively, the “Job Search Resources”). Chapman University does not screen employers and does not make any recommendations or guarantees about the positions listed in the Job Search Resources and employers utilizing such resources. As information is subject to change at the discretion of each employer, information has not been verified by Chapman University, and Chapman University is not responsible for any misrepresentations, inconsistencies, or errors. The information provided in the Job Search Resources is provided "as is," and Chapman University makes no representations or guarantees about job listings or the accuracy of information provided by the employer. User is responsible for confirming the sufficiency and reliability of any such information, and for researching each employment opportunity prior to applying. Users should be prudent and use common sense and caution when applying for or accepting any position. They should inform themselves about potential fraudulent or improper practices to protect themselves from harm.</p> <p>There are a number of states and localities that require employers by law to disclose pay scale or pay ranges in job postings, including California, Colorado, Nevada, Washington, New York and others. However, the listings in the Job Search Resources that were posted prior to the effective dates of these laws may not be compliant with an individual state’s requirements.</p> <p>CHAPMAN UNIVERSITY MAKES NO EXPRESS OR IMPLIED WARRANTIES, REPRESENTATIONS OR GUARANTEES WITH RESPECT TO THE ACCURACY, COMPLETENESS OR SUFFICIENCY OF ANY AND ALL INFORMATION APPEARING ON THIS WEBSITE OR OTHER PUBLICATIONS REGARDING EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES. Chapman University assumes no responsibility to the User with respect to the suitability of placements, salary, negotiations, working conditions, or any other aspect of off-campus employment. Furthermore, Chapman University is not responsible in any way for any subsequent events which may transpire between Users and an employer, including, but not limited to, an individual's subsequent satisfaction with the employer or the employer's subsequent satisfaction with a job applicant. The User acknowledges and agrees that Chapman University shall not be liable for any damages, direct or indirect, resulting from the use of this service, including, but not limited to, those job opportunities which are offered by individuals or entities other than Chapman University. Chapman University reserves the right to post or remove any job opportunity from its website, with or without cause, at its sole non-grievable discretion.</p>

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