Watch Me Get a Job Interview (Literally) New Grads & College

Discover why job boards fail to connect you with employers, explore the hidden job market, and learn to reach hiring managers directly through a killer resume and LinkedIn.

Explore the hidden job market and access unposted roles through networking and internal referrals. Build a LinkedIn brand, connect with employers and recruiters, and network at events to secure interviews.

Learn the most common resume mistakes and misconceptions, from including irrelevant experience and graphic resumes to avoiding an objective section, and craft a two-page, performance-focused resume.

Structure the resume header with name, address, phone, email, and a clean, professional look; use a local address for private-sector roles and include a LinkedIn link.

Craft a three-to-four line performance summary that conveys your value proposition to employers, and tailor your resume to a specific job by showing how you can benefit them.

Learn how to craft a resume skills summary by weaving industry keywords and soft skills into job postings and applicant tracking systems, boosting relevance and ranking.

Learn to craft the education section on a recent graduate's resume by highlighting major GPA, and, when appropriate, overall GPA for stronger employer appeal.

learn to craft a quantified work experience section by replacing responsibilities with measurable achievements, using numbers and keywords, and tailoring content for the ATS and target roles.

Boost your resume by pursuing certifications, scholarships, and honors to demonstrate work ethic and achievements as a new graduate. Emphasize listing certifications and memberships to stand out to employers.

Join professional affiliations and take leadership roles to demonstrate leadership and work ethic; even unpaid internships and volunteering count, preparing you for behavioral-based interview questions about team leadership.

Learn the anatomy of a great LinkedIn profile, including a professional head shot, optimized headline, and premium profile benefits. Apply LinkedIn publishing and employer outreach to boost your professional brand.

Learn to customize your LinkedIn URL for a clean, professional resume by updating your public profile, entering your first and last name without spaces, and saving the new link.

Learn to craft the education and work experience section by copying from a well-crafted resume, listing education, GPA, certifications, activities in bullet points, and personal contacts (email and LinkedIn).

Join LinkedIn groups that match your industry, stay active, and contribute meaningful conversations. Build relationships, connect with group owners, and use personalized invitations to grow your network.

Grow a 500+ LinkedIn connections network to boost your professional brand and job interview prospects, using school connections, list imports, and personalized invitations.

Craft a compelling summary section by front-loading contact details, and tailoring the message for college students and recent graduates. Use a strong one-liner and testimonials to invite connections.

Learn to find and reach direct employers by optimizing LinkedIn profiles, locating emails, and emailing hiring managers with tailored resumes and templates to bypass applicant tracking systems.

Apply directly to employers by researching contact information, crafting targeted emails, and leveraging LinkedIn to connect with recruiters and hiring managers across industries.

Discover direct outreach strategies using email formats, LinkedIn profiles, and targeted messages to HR leaders to advance your candidacy and resume.

Secure a job interview offer from the International Culinary Center; learn how internal referrals and a targeted resume speed the process and study across a week.

Be prepared when you're contacted for a job interview by answering from a quiet space, verifying the caller, and scheduling promptly while researching interviewers to make a confident impression.

Research potential interviewers and the company to find common ground, ease nerves, and tailor your discussion around supply chain management, information system, and process excellence.

Master the behavioral interview using the STAR method for situational questions. Align answers with the company’s mission and core values, and practice with flashcards.

Ask a bold closing question to demonstrate your fit: tell why you should hire me now, aligning your value with the company's needs. This shows confidence and a value proposition.