Once you’ve completed your research, it's time to gain hands-on experience through an internship or job. Click through the drop downs for more information on the job search process and take your next step toward building a meaningful career.
Find an Internship
Jobs and internships are a great way to gain real-world experience, explore career paths, and build your professional network. They also help you develop transferable skills that employers will look for on your resume.
Handshake is the job bank supported my Minneapolis College Career Services. Similar to LinkedIn or Indeed, this site allows students to create a profile, match with employers, and apply to work opportunities.
Job Fairs are also a great way to network with employers and find a job. Check out our Events webpage to see previous and upcoming fairs and employers.
Work on Campus
All on-campus work opportunities are posted on Handshake. Please see the eligibility requirements for students:
- For Fall or Spring Term employment, you must be enrolled in, and actively attending, at least 6 credits during the academic year.
- For Summer Term employment you must be enrolled in at least 1 credit hour OR have attended and completed courses at Minneapolis College in the prior Spring term and be registered for classes for the following Fall semester.
- If you are a US resident, you must have completed your FAFSA for the current year.
- NOT have an active Satisfactory Academic Progress (SAP) hold or Maximum Time (MTF) frame hold. Successfully appealed holds will pass the eligibility check.
- International students will receive more information about obtaining a Social Security Number.
For additional questions regarding eligibility, contact student.employment@minneapolis.edu.
Resume
A resume provides an overview of your experiences, skills, and accomplishments. It’s often the first impression you make on employers, so it should be clear, concise, and tailored to the job you’re applying for. Visit Career Services to get feedback and help editing on an existing resume or start from scratch with one of our many samples. Remember, a resume is a living document and should be updated frequently as you gain new skills and experiences.
To help you get started, watch our resume videos listed below:
Cover Letter
A cover letter is your chance to tell your story beyond the resume. It explains why you're interested in a position and how your background makes you a great fit. A good cover letter is personalized and professional and should make a hiring manager want to learn more about you.
It should also be tailored toward a specific position or organization, so we suggest that you always draft a new letter for each experience to avoid making mistakes or referencing the wrong position or organization. Visit Career Services to get feedback and help editing your cover letter or get started on a new one using our template.
Mock Interview
Mock interviews give you a safe space to rehearse answering common interview questions, receive feedback, and improve your communication skills. Big Interview (log in using your StarID and Password) is a great resource to learn about the job search process and get practice with answering interview questions on your own. To practice with one of our Career Advisors, schedule an appointment with Career Services to practice common interview questions like "Tell me about yourself" or "Why should I hire you?"
Need More Help?
Schedule an appointment with Career Services via Navigate or contact Career Services.
What’s Next?
Reflect on your Experiences.
Does the job align with your lifestyle goals? What is the next step up and how do you get there?
If you need to set a new goal, go back to the exploring phase to gain clearer understanding the path you should take.
And remember, career development is a continuous cycle: the average person changes careers about six times in their lifetime! It's completely normal to realize you're ready for a change and return to the assessment phase to determine your next steps.