Following are the four phases of a self-directed job search, and the steps involved in each one. By clicking on the steps, you will find a list of things to do to complete that phase, and the Career Center resources available to carry them out.

Phase 1: Job Search Preparation

Step 1 Identify a Specific Career Objective
Step 2 Write an Effective Resume
Step 3 Prepare an Elevator Speech (brief self-introduction)
Step 4 Research Preferred Employers
Step 5 Plan Strategies for Making Contact with Preferred Employers
Step 6 Practice Interview and Telephone Skills

Phase 2: Contacting Employers and Requesting Interviews

Step 7 Contact Employers & Request Interviews

Phase 3: Interviewing

Step 8 Participate in Interviews

Phase 4: Evaluating and Deciding on an Offer of Employment

Step 9 Accept or Decline an Employment Offer

For detailed information on how to implement a competitive job search, view our job search handout: "How Competitive Are You in Today's Economy?"

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