Stress/time Management

Pregraduation Planning and Research Chart
10–8 Months Prior

• Evaluation of Knowledge and Skills
• Define Job Duties
• Research Job Opportunities
• Determine Your Market Factors from list below:

1. Geographic Areas
2. Family Considerations
3. Demographics
4. Industry Preference
5. Company Size

• Research Sources of Information

8–5 Months Prior

• Financial Planning
• Continue Research
• Decide Alternate Choices
• Prepare Resume

5–2 Months Prior

• Research Current Industry Literature
• Join Professional Societies
• Practice Interview Techniques
• Formulate Search Methods
• Begin Industry Contacts

2–0 Months Prior

• Prepare Wardrobe
• Prepare “In Person” Contact List
• Read newspapers, Journals, etc.
• Contact Agencies
• Study Your Chosen Professional Skill Area
• Obtain Work Reference Letter from Superior/Professors