The Career Center partners with several companies to provide free access to external career resources for Carleton students.
Handshake
Carleton’s own job and internship postings website, accessible only to Carleton students and recent alumni. Since many organizations recruit directly with us, it’s a great place to start your search, as well as RSVP for upcoming workshops and information sessions.
Big Interview
Ace your next interview! Big Interview provides expert video lessons, real-world practice, and personalized guidance.
Vault
Use Vault for career research that includes company rankings, in-depth employer profiles, and valuable employee and intern reviews. Vault encompasses many industries, including law, finance, consulting, STEM, and top internship programs.
GoinGlobal
Packed with country-specific career information, this research tool provides expert advice and insider tips for finding employment opportunities at home and abroad.
Interstride
Use Interstride to find employers and jobs that sponsor H-1B, keep up-to-date with immigration news, and network with students and alumni.
Micro-Internships
Short-term, paid, professional assignments that are similar to those given to new hires or interns. Partnership with Parker Dewey.
Success Ready Résumé
A “Success-Ready Résumé” meets key standards used by industry experts and clearly and concisely reflects your career journey.
Why this matters:
- Employers and alumni tell us that a polished résumé signals the applicant is serious about the role they’re applying for — small details make a big difference
- You’ll get meaningful feedback to help you tailor your experiences to the opportunities you are excited about
How do you get your résumé approved?
- Review the recommendations for a Success-Ready Résumé in the Carleton Résumé Guide and update your draft.
- Schedule a 1:1 appointment with a Career Coach or Peer Coach to review your résumé. This may take up to two appointments to be completely approved.
- NOTE: This is a every year process of approval.
