Job and Internship Resources - Students and Alumni
We’re here to help you achieve your career goals.
Our team encourages students to gain real-world experience through career exploration, informational interviews, job shadowing, volunteering, and internships.
We can assist you in finding meaningful internship opportunities, refining your resume, preparing for interviews, and building the professional skills you’ll need to succeed.
Prepare for your job search by reading the following:
NEIU’s Resume and Cover Resources
- Resume Template with Examples and Descriptions
- BLANK Resume Template (Word Document)
- BLANK Resume Template (PDF)
- Resume Checklist
- Guide to Writing a Cover Letter
Creating Strong Resume Bullet Points
- STAR Method
- STAR Method Examples
- Transferable Skills
- Transferable Skills Worksheet
- Examples of Action Verbs
- Resume Skills Sheet
Internship Tips & Resources
Interview & Networking Strategies
- NEWS Flyer for Elevator Pitch
- How to Research an Employer/Organization
- General Behavioral Questions During Interviews
- Questions to Ask Employers During an Interview
- Identifying Your Network
- Networking 101
Schedule a Meeting with a Career Advisor
Get one-on-one support from a Career Advisor for resume tips, mock interviews, professional attire from our Power Closet, and guidance on navigating your career path.
You can schedule an in-person or virtual appointment with a Career Development staff member through your Handshake account! Log into your account by going to and enter your NEIUport credentials and NEIU email address.
If you have any issues, please contact us at (773) 442-4680 or ocs@neiu.edu.
Career Development is located in Room B 119 and is open Monday through Friday from 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m.