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Job Search

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Ready to find a job? Start here.

The possibilities are endless — here’s how to find them. Whether you’re job hunting for after graduation or something sooner, start with the tool built to get you there fastest.

Handshake: Your Top Resource

Handshake is the best place to begin your job search. It’s built specifically for Wake Forest students, and employers looking to hire WFU talent post their opportunities there — some exclusively. Complete your profile, career interests, and turn on your alerts to get a tailored dashboard and be matched with opportunities and events that fit what you’re looking for.

This is the most important thing you can do before you start applying. A strong profile is what gets you in front of recruiters — and gets the right opportunities in front of you.

  1. Complete the Profile Add skills, relevant coursework, and prior experience. Recruiters filter by these fields. Your profile needs at least 1 skill, 1 employer, and 1 work experience.
  2. Set Career Interests This tells Handshake’s algorithm exactly which roles to put in your feed — and ensures you receive tailored information, resources, and opportunities from the OPCD. Interests evolve, so revisit and update these at the start of every semester.
  3. Turn on Alerts Set saved searches so internship and job opportunities are delivered directly to you — saving you time and frustration.

Find Your Job

Where to Look for a Job Beyond Handshake: the sites, boards, and strategies worth knowing.

Avoiding Job Scams Know the red flags so you can search with confidence.

Put Your Best Foot Forward

Resume & Cover Letters A well-targeted resume and cover letter are often an employer’s first impression of you.

Build Your Network Networking plays an integral role in both finding and landing a full-time job.

Interview Prep Practice makes the difference — get ready to make your case with confidence.

Job Offers/Acceptances

Job Offer What to know and consider before you accept. Let us know here if you have accepted an offer. Your information is anonymous and helps your peers and Wake Forest University.

Helpful Resources:

  • Social Media for Job Hunting: Employers check your online presence before they call — clean up your profiles early in your search. Social Media for Job Hunting
  • NetworkTracking Tool: Most jobs come through connections, not applications — use this spreadsheet to track contacts as soon as you start networking. Network Tracking Tool
  • Job Seekers Salary Calculator Program: Know your worth before you negotiate — check this calculator before applying or accepting an offer. Job Seekers Salary Calculator Program
  • Salary.com Cost of Living Calculator: The same salary goes further in some cities — compare cost of living once you have an offer or a target city in mind. Salary.com Cost of Living Calculator
  • Work with Global Wake Forest: Visa and work rules take time to sort out — international students should check this early in the job search. Work with Global Wake Forest

Not sure which step applies to you? Meet with a career coach — that’s what we’re here for.