Before you begin applying for jobs and internships, make sure you have:
1. A resume and cover letter that sells your skills. The Resume and Professional Writing Resources can help you develop these documents.
2. Have your "sales pitch" ready for a recruiter.
For a small fee, Optimal Resume is another tool to help you develop both of these documents.
Handshake is our official job, co-op and internship posting network AND web-based resume referral system. When employers post jobs with UM-Flint, the postings go directly into Handshake. You can then search what's on the network, submit your resume and apply for positions. From the other end, employers searching Handshake for qualified candidates for their openings may contact you with potential offers. Click here to log in.
Career fairs are a great way to meet potential employers. Instead of cold calling, surfing the internet or spending time and money driving around, putting in applications, careers fairs offer the chance to network with employers in person and pass around your resume or business card. Click here to find out more about upcoming UM-Flint career fairs.
The Federal Work-study Program provides jobs for undergraduate and graduate students with financial need, allowing you to earn money to help pay educational expenses. Federal Work-study allows you to take the first step in gaining valuable work experience that enhances your education before you leave school. Awards are based on financial need and timing of application.
All Flint Campus student and non-student temporary job opportunities are available at umjobs.org. Under the "Job Search" heading on this site, choose "Flint Campus" from the Work Location choices and "Temporary" from the Regular/Temporary choices to view the openings. Follow the prompts to apply. A profile is required for applying and uploading a resume is recommended. Questions about umjobs.org should be directed to the Flint Campus Office of University Human Resources at (810) 762-3150 or via email at Flint-HRAA-Service@umflint.edu.