{"id":34882,"date":"2025-01-31T14:09:00","date_gmt":"2025-01-31T19:09:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/marymount.edu\/academics\/?page_id=34882"},"modified":"2025-12-16T11:28:42","modified_gmt":"2025-12-16T16:28:42","slug":"career-resources-and-tools","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/marymount.edu\/academics\/services-resources\/center-for-career-services\/our-services\/career-resources-and-tools\/","title":{"rendered":"Career Resources and Tools"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>The CCDCE offers a variety of resources and tools such as templates and how-to guides to help students and alumni during their career development.<\/p>\n<p>Below you can find and download our most updated guides to help with crafting the perfect resume and cover letter.<\/p>\n<h3>Guides and Templates<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/marymount.edu\/academics\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2025\/12\/Resume-Guide.pdf\">Resume Guide<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/marymount.edu\/academics\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2025\/12\/Cover-Letter-guide-2.pdf\">Cover Letter Guide<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>For more materials, please email <span class=\"s1\"><a href=\"mailto:CCDCE@marymount.edu\">CCDCE@marymount.edu<\/a>.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3>Career Tools<\/h3>\n<h4>Handshake<\/h4>\n<p>Handshake is Marymount\u2019s online platform for jobs, internships, recruiting events, and career fair details. Within the Handshake platform, Marymount Center for Career Development and Community Engagement partners with employers to bring jobs and internships to students. This platform allows you to:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Apply for full-time and part-time jobs and internships specifically posted for Marymount students and alumni<\/li>\n<li>Register for informational sessions, networking, or recruiting events hosted by employers<\/li>\n<li>Register for networking and opportunity\/career fairs, alumni panels, and workshops hosted by Marymount\u2019s Center for Career Development and Community Engagement<\/li>\n<li>Schedule 1:1 appointments with Career Development staff for resume and cover letter review, mock interviews, career advising, and job\/internship search help, and more<\/li>\n<li>Receive alerts when new positions that match your preferences are posted<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>If you are a current Marymount student, you already have a Handshake account.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Please log in to your Marymount Okta Portal and click Handshake under My Apps<\/li>\n<li>Activate your account and update job preferences<\/li>\n<li>Complete your profile by uploading your headshot photo, adding your experiences, extracurricular activities, and skills<\/li>\n<li>Submit your resume for Career Development review through the \u201cdocuments\u201d tab.<\/li>\n<li>After your resume has been approved, you may start applying to employment and internship opportunities.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>International Student Resources<\/h3>\n<h4>Interstride<\/h4>\n<p>Interstride is a versatile platform designed to support international students from the beginning of their educational journey through to their career development and beyond. It offers a broad range of tools tailored to enhance the international student experience, making it a comprehensive resource for career exploration, job search, and networking.<\/p>\n<p>Key Features of Interstride Include:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Jobs and Internship Portal: Students can access a job and internship aggregator that focuses on employers known for sponsoring visas and supporting international students. This includes both U.S. and global opportunities, making it easier for students to find positions that meet their specific needs, such as H1-B sponsorship\u200b.<\/li>\n<li>Visa Insights and Immigration Support: The platform provides detailed resources for navigating visa processes, including work authorizations like CPT, OPT, and STEM OPT extensions, which are crucial for international students in the U.S. It helps students understand the immigration landscape they will navigate during and after their studies.<\/li>\n<li>Networking and Mentorship: Interstride facilitates connections with peers and alumni who were once international students themselves, offering a community that supports both professional and personal growth. This network is invaluable for new students trying to find their footing in a foreign educational system and job market\u200b.<\/li>\n<li>Educational Webinars and Resources: The platform hosts webinars and provides podcasts, videos, and articles focused on career advice, visa-related topics, and job search strategies specifically designed for international students. This content is aimed at addressing the unique challenges faced by these students\u200b.<\/li>\n<li>Country and Cultural Guides: For those looking to work internationally, Interstride offers comprehensive guides that cover more than just job opportunities. These guides include cultural tips and immigration information that are essential for understanding and adapting to work environments abroad.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>If you are a current Marymount student, you already have an Interstride account. Please log in to your Marymount Okta Portal and click Interstride under My Apps to activate your account and explore!<\/p>\n<h4>Questions?<\/h4>\n<p>If you have questions about Handshake or Interstride, email Marymount\u2019s Center for Career Development and Community Engagement at CCDCE@marymount.edu.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The CCDCE offers a variety of resources and tools such as templates and how-to guides to help students and alumni during their career development. Below you can find and download our most updated guides to help with crafting the perfect resume and cover letter. 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