LibGuides: Resources for Students New to College: Career Preparation

Looking for a Job

Now What, Grad?
ISBN: 9781475823653

This book will teach students the things they need to succeed in the real world, such as how to organize a job search, how to ace job interviews, how to manage time effectively, how to manage and reduce stress, how to be an effective leader, how to run a meeting well, how to survive a bad performance review, how to become a powerful speaker, how to network, and many other skills that are the keys to success and fulfillment.
Get Hired Now!
ISBN: 9781119794424

In Get Hired Now!, ZipRecruiter founder and CEO Ian Siegel tells you exactly how to find a new job fast. Relevant for every stage of your career and for every industry, Get Hired Now! is a one-stop resource for job seekers looking to level up, stand out, and land the job.
This Is How to Get Your Next Job
ISBN: 9780814432211

In this well-researched book based on candid insights from real-life employers, job hunters can learn how to take control of how they come across to the people in charge of giving them the exciting, rewarding opportunities they are seeking.
Fearless Job Hunting
ISBN: 9781608820443

Fearless Job Hunting offers powerful psychological techniques drawn from cognitive behavioral therapy and reveals the strategies decision makers in top corporations use to find and hire exceptional employees.

Office of Career Services at Meredith

Career Planning at Meredith starts during your first year. And with resources available through the Office of Career Planning, which include assistance with selecting a major, assessing skills and talents, securing internships, and participating in mock interviews, you will turn those career plans into reality.

Classroom to Career

From this page you can click on any major to discover applicable job titles, job and internship links, and industry links.

Professional Style Guide

Your professional attire is a key part of making a strong first impression and feeling confident in any career setting. This guide provides inclusive style options for feminine, masculine, and gender-neutral looks.

Cover Letters & Resumes

Unbeatable Resumes
ISBN: 9780814417638

This helpful resource shows job seekers of all types how to present themselves in the best possible light--and land the best possible position.
The Elements of Resume Style
ISBN: 9780814433935

Learn how to craft clear, compelling, targeted résumés and cover letters that actually work!
Resumes for Dummies
ISBN: 9781119539285

We've all been there: it's time to apply for a job or internship and you have to create or revise your resume. Many questions pop in your head. What do employers want? What skills should I highlight? How do I format this? How do I get noticed? But resume writing doesn't have to be a daunting task. The latest edition of Resumes For Dummies answers all of these questions and more!
Best Resumes for College Students and New Grads
ISBN: 9781593572389

College students, recent graduates, college counselors, and career service counselors will find this comprehensive resource a must-have in creating outstanding, get-the-job resumes.

Interview Tips

Job Interviews for Dummies
ISBN: 9781118112908

Whether you're searching for your first job, changing careers, or looking for advancement in your current line of work, Job Interviews For Dummies shows you how to use your skills and experiences to your advantage and land that job.
Knock Em Dead Job Interview
ISBN: 9780983973447

This book will help you learn how to prepare for job interviews and pick up tips for answering over 300 of the most frequently asked interview questions, including behavioral questions.

Skills for the Workplace

The Guide to Learning and Study Skills
ISBN: 9780566092336

Skills in learning and studying are vital to ensure success in higher education study, whether at undergraduate or postgraduate level, in university, college or in the workplace.

Resources for Students New to College

New Career Planning Resources

Thinking about your Future Career in College

Research and Instruction Librarian

Looking for a Job

Office of Career Services at Meredith

Cover Letters & Resumes

Interview Tips

Skills for the Workplace