Tools You Need | Career Services

Every task has a tool and when it comes to getting a job, you'll need to develop and fine-tune the following tools to get employers to notice you.

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	NYIT's very own Career Resource Guide (PDF) is the road map for your career planning at NYIT. Download the PDF to your computer or open it up in a tablet. Print it out and keep it with you.
Design Your Marketing Materials Your resume, cover letter, and elevator pitch are your marketing tools. A well-written cover letter and resume will set your apart from other candidates and often get you in the door!
	Resume writing Business, arts examples Engineering, science, and technology examples Student athlete examples Cover letter, networking letter, prospecting letter Business, arts examples Engineering, science, and technology examples Student athlete examples Elevator Pitch Student Business Card - You'll want to have a stack of these two-color double sided personalized cards with the official NYIT logo. The two step process, including payment, is simple. Complete this form to get started and then sign in to Career Net to pay for your order by debit or credit. Samples available in Career Services. $10 for 60 cards and $16 for 120 cards. See samples in the Career Resource Guide (pdf)
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	The interview is what will convince an employer that YOU are the best candidate for a position. It allows you face-to-face to demonstrate how your past experience (education, work, activities) fits the qualifications of the position and to show that you have an understanding of the position and organization and how you will fit in. Preparing for interviews takes practice! Interview advice and More interview advice Behavioral Interviews Phone/Webcam Interviews Mock Interviews: role-play a practice interview, video-taped with a career adviser, and receive valuable feedback. Contact us to schedule an appointment. Thank you letters: Yes, you must send a thank you letter to all parties involved in your interview. Be sure to collect a business card from each person. A short typed, handwritten or emailed thank you is appropriate. Use this correspondence to reinforce another strength or skill that will help you stand out. Dressing for interviews: Know your industry's corporate culture before you purchase an interview suit. Creative fields don't mind seeing some style, but banking and finance epect traditional suits with dark colors and crisp white shirts
Networking »
	LinkedIn is the leading professional network on the web, enabling you to connect with classmates, faculty, and family professionally, find new opportunities for internships and full-time positions, and manage what potential employers learn about you from the Internet. Video: create LinkedIn profile and make it work for you .
	Facebook - This social networking site likely needs no introduction. Be sure that your activities on Facebook won't give prospective employers red flags about you as a candidate. Check your photos, videos, and comments for professionalism. Visit Career Services on Facebook. Tip: Utilize Facebook's privacy settings to disallow public viewing of tagged photos, wall posts, and other aspects of your profile (or make your profile entirely unsearchable).
	Twitter - This micro blogging site may be most widely known for its use by media outlets and celebrities, but it can also be a great way for you to interact with people of similar professional interests from across the globe. Additionally, companies are increasingly using Twitter to promote jobs and internships. Check out the Twitter Help Center for tips. Follow Career Services on Twitter.
	Attend Career Events on/off campus - A great way to practice networking and learn about career opportunities is to attend employer events held on and off campus. Career Fair Preparation
Research and Salaries »
	Salary Finder Links - when researching salary data online, remember that not all sources are based on independent scientific research. Use these tools as a starting point, and cross-reference salaries from several sources NACE Salary Calculator and Compensation Data Center Dice 2009-10 Tech Salary Survey Results (PDF) Career One Stop: follow the links for "salary + benefits" and "salary info." Salary.com: the salary wizard allows you to choose a job category and ZIP code to view low, medium, and high salaries in a particular geographic area. New York Job Source: average salaries reported by the Bureau of Labor Statistics for the New York metropolitan area. Job Star Central: includes salary surveys, a salary IQ quiz, and negotiation strategies. Glassdoor: Find jobs and see company salaries, reviews, and interviews all posted anonymously by employees.

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