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Sample questions are available at[iup.edu/career](iup.edu/career).  \n Study the job description for each application. Prepare to speak about your experiences that line up with the job.  \n Identify and ask for professional references using the CPDC's References Handout.  \n3 Months Prior  \n Consider your ideal geographic location , job description , potential to move up , salary , etc. for each job offer that you receive and each interview that you go on.  \n Research [salary data on Glassdoor.com](salary data on Glassdoor.com).  \n Use the CPDC's Negotiation handout to prepare for those tough salary discussions.  \n Avoid discussing salary before an offer is on the table!  \n1 Month Prior  \n Give notice of leave to places of current employment.  \nGetting Started with the Career & Professional Development Center (CPDC)  \n8 Months Prior  \n Check your professional attire wardrobe and shop for additional items if needed.  \n Practice your elevator speech!  \n Attend networking events & job fairs.  \n Consult the CPDC's event calendar to see if they are offering events that can help you!  \n6 Months Prior  \n Begin applying to jobs. Create cover letters for each job to which you apply.  \n Track your job applications using our job application tracker template (on reverse side ) .   \n Schedule an appointment with the CPDC to review cover letters.  \n4 Months Prior  \n Amp up the search efforts!  \n Continue to apply for positions , follow up with employers after interviews , and go on site visits.  \n Be sure to ask about the decision-making timeline* and begin to consider your options.  \n Identify a professional mentor to talk to about your options.  \n2 Months Prior  \n Accept your top choice.  \n Withdraw any other employment applications or candidacies once you accept a position.  \n Begin to make moving arrangements if necessary.  \n Inform your references of your progress.  \n Inform the IUP CPDC where you have landed!  \n* Note that this timeline is a general overview. Certain industries may have different timelines. It is best to consult a faculty member in your field or to schedule an appointment with the CPDC if unsure about your job search timeline. Visit our website: [iup.edu/career](iup.edu/career) to view career resources for more detailed information.  \n\n| SAMPLE JOB TRACKER TABLE |  |  |  |  |  |  |  |  |  |  |  |  |\n| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |\n| Job Title | Company | Location | Link to Job Description | App Due Date | Heard Back? | Interview Date, Time,& Location | References Used | Additional Interviews | Job Offer? | Start Date | Salary Offer | Deadline to Decide |\n| Data\u003Cbr>Analyst | Google | Mtn View,\u003Cbr>CA | [indeed.com/](indeed.com/)\u003Cbr>googlejob | 11/14/17 | 12/1/17 | 12/17/17\u003Cbr>9:30 am\u003Cbr>Zoom | Parvati\u003Cbr>Rob\u003Cbr>Sandra |  | No |  |  |  |\n| Data\u003Cbr>Miner | Video Mining | State\u003Cbr>College, PA | [https://video](https://video)[ ](https://video)[mining.com/jobs](mining.com/jobs) | 11/17/17 | 1/3/18 | None |  |  | No |  |  |  |\n| Reporting\u003Cbr>Analyst | Creative\u003Cbr>Werks | Chicago, IL | [Indeed.com/](Indeed.com/)[ ](Indeed.com/)reportinganalyst job | 11/22/17 | 11/29/17 | 1/9/18\u003Cbr>2:30 pm\u003Cbr>Phone:\u003Cbr>(111-\u003Cbr>222-\u003Cbr>3333) | Kim\u003Cbr>Parvati\u003Cbr>Rob | 2/19/18\u003Cbr>11:00 am\u003Cbr>– 3:00 pm\u003Cbr>Site Visit\u003Cbr>(see email) | YES!! | 6/1/18 | TBD | 3/31/18 |\n| Junior\u003Cbr>Da","cbCaioApZjCED6Zv","https://ap.wps.com/l/cbCaioApZjCED6Zv","pdf",154698,"English","# JOB HUNT\n## 9 Months Prior to Graduation\n## 8 Months Prior\n## 7 Months Prior\n## 6 Months Prior\n## 5 Months Prior\n## 4 Months Prior\n## 3 Months Prior\n## 2 Months Prior\n## 1 Month Prior\n## Getting Started with the Career & Professional Development Center (CPDC)","[{\"question\":\"What should be done 9 months prior to graduation?\",\"answer\":\"Ensure the resume is up to date and reviewed by the CPDC. Update Handshake, LinkedIn, and other professional networking profiles, and make sure you have a real ID or other federally approved ID if traveling for interviews.\"},{\"question\":\"How should you narrow down job preferences and prepare applications?\",\"answer\":\"Explore candid career and job sites such as Handshake and Indeed, as well as company websites. Schedule a career coaching appointment with the CPDC for assistance, and later begin applying while preparing cover letters for each application.\"},{\"question\":\"What guidance is provided for salary discussions and negotiation?\",\"answer\":\"Research salary data on Glassdoor and use the CPDC negotiation handout to prepare for salary discussions. Avoid discussing salary before an offer is on the table.\"}]","Job Hunt - 9 Months Prior to Graduation Job Search Timeline | PDF",1789306575]