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10 | r e d f c u.o r g Congratulations to our recent college graduates! Putting your newly acquired skills into practice for an employer is an exciting new step. You'll move past days full of classes and nights spent on homework and finally get paid for your time and effort. But first, you've got to find a job! Here's how to hunt for it: › Tailor your resume for each job application, proofread it well, and focus on your accomplishments with specific examples. › Create a LinkedIn profile if you haven't already. en bolster it with an About section that tells your story well – and doesn't just list skills – and share important projects or publications. Work on growing your online professional network. › Visit your campus career center. Your school may have connections with local companies, offer career fairs, and even post job ads. › Take advantage of opportunities to network. You could join a professional organization, ask a favorite professor for recommendations, and even reach out to family members and friends. Who you know can get you far! › Target entry-level jobs. It's helpful to have a few years of full- time experience in your industry before jumping to a manager level. › Prepare for the interview. Choose appropriate clothing and confirm the date and time. Research the company and job description. Practice speaking in an engaging manner and with confidence. Think about what you're going to say. The STAR method is helpful: Situation, Task, Action, Result. It's a strategy for answering questions by citing examples from your experience to showcase your skills with compelling evidence. After the inter view, be sure to send a thank you email. e shift from full-time student to full-time professional is a major milestone. Along with it, you may need to purchase a car, consolidate student loans, or decide how to make the most of a 401(k). Whatever your financial need, you can be sure Redstone's trusted advisors are here to support you. JOB HUNTING: FOR THE NEW GRADUATE Membership required; visit redfcu.org/join for details. All loans subject to credit approval. Rates, terms, and conditions are subject to change without notice. Other restrictions may apply. RFCU is federally insured by NCUA.