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Looking for a job is a job itself. Your search will be an effective one if you have a goal in mind, stay organized, incorporate a variety of methods, and follow up. And we’re here to help along the way.

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Career Connect

RIT’s preferred platform to connect our students and alumni with co-ops, internships, full-time jobs, and events to help accelerate your career forward.

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Resume and Cover Letters

Capture the attention of employers through highlighting your experience in cover letters and resumes.

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Alumni Experienced Resumes

Tell a compelling story, establish your passion, and emphasize the value you will add to the company in cover letters and resumes.

Learn more about Alumni Resume and Cover Letters


Portfolio Preparation

Whether you are a designer, developer, illustrator, photographer, or artist, you need an effective way to show your talent to potential employers.

Learn more about Portfolio Preparation


Networking

Networking is a process of building relationships, which will continue throughout your career.

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Interviewing

Before entering an interview, whether it be over the phone or in person, it is crucial to research the position and the company.

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Disclosing Disability

Disclosing your disability is your personal choice. But if you require accommodations, it’s your responsibility to inform the employer.

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Salary Negotiation & Job Offer

Whether you’re between two offers or need help negotiating to a fair pay, our office is here to help.

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Each one of our Career Services Coordinators is paired with a specific RIT program to assist each student's career and job search needs. A Career Counselor helps students receive guidance to make informed decisions about their career and academic pathways.

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Coronavirus Career Resources


Our office is here to help and support you as we experience this temporary, unprecedented way of life. We Tigers will continue to find normalcy by connecting with one another and continuing to look forward to our future.

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Virtual Career Series for Creatives


College of Art and Design faculty, alumni, career services coordinators, and creative industry experts come together to offer students and alumni advice, feedback, and insider knowledge.

Learn more about the virtual career series for creatives

Elevator Pitch

An elevator pitch is a 60-second or less introduction that quickly explains who you are, your expertise/goals, and your interest in the company. This was the No. 1 tip employers said all students should have for the Career Fair. 

Meet with your Career Services Coordinator to practice your pitch before the fair.

Piece your pitch together:

Who are you? (Name, Year, Major)

Hi, my name is Jane and I am a third-year marketing student at RIT's Saunders College of Business. 

What type of job are you looking for?

I am starting my search for a co-op or internship experience that will help me build upon my experiences in social media management and B2C selling.

What have you done? What were your accomplishments?

I love fashion and thrifting. I wanted to start my own business to combine my passions with what I'm learning in the class. I have been able to grow my social media engagement by 50% over the last year and have turned a profit of $5,500.

What interests you about this company?

I am interested in your company because of its focus on B2C marketing and how you're able to garner attention over multiple demographics.

Next steps & Close

I've applied to your summer co-op position and would love the opportunity to discuss my qualifications for this role.

Job Scams

Job scam warning signs include:

  • Look carefully at the company email address, some clever scammers transpose a letter to make it appear legitimate 
  • Jobs advertising “working from home” or “online work” (although legitimate remote work is more and more common)
  • You’re asked to cash a check and forward money to a third party (ex.: to buy equipment from the company's vendor)
  • You’re offered a job without an application, interview, or discussion with the employer
  • The company asks you to wire money or asks for your credit card information
  • The company asks for personal information like your social security number or driver’s license number
  • The company asks you to pay for a credit report as part of the application process
  • You are told you have to pay for training

If you come across a job scam, take action by doing the following:

  • Contact RIT Public Safety at 585-475-2853.
  • More info can be found on the ITS Jobs & Employment Scams page as well as Job Scams What You Need To Know article from the RIT Information Security Office.
  • If you’ve received what you believe to be a scam email, send the email to spam@rit.edu, and forward a copy to infosec@rit.edu and careerservices@rit.edu.
  • If you suspect the presence of malicious content on an RIT website, contact the Information Security Office at infosec@rit.edu.
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