Being intentional as you search for jobs, internships and professional opportunities makes the entire process easier. We recommend that you conduct research throughout your time at Taubman College as your career goals and interests evolve.
Keeping track of information that may be useful in your job or internship search will help you when you begin searching. Keep notes as you discover firms and organizations of interest, connect with your fellow students, and build relationships with faculty and alumni. This Sample Tracking Spreadsheet, accessible through Google Drive using your U-M credentials, may prove useful as you conduct research and embark on your search for professional opportunities.
Getting Started
To familiarize yourself with employers in our industries and potential career outcomes, we encourage you to utilize the following resources to aid in your search for professional opportunities:
- Engaged Employer List
- Employment Reports
- 2023 Summer Outcome Responses
AI for Job + Internship Searching
AI can be used to identify job and internship titles and employers as part of the search. If you have a specific job or internship title(s) in mind, you can identify potential employers. Some example queries are listed below:
- Could you identify 10 organizations in [LOCATION] that might employ a [JOB TITLE]?
- Could you identify some employers that are similar to [TARGET EMPLOYER NAME]?
If you are still in an exploratory stage, you can search for opportunities that might be a good fit. Some example queries are listed below:
- I have [SKILL] and am passionate about [INTEREST AREA]. What are 10 specific career paths that fit my skills and interests?
- Generate a table that ranks these career paths according to the following criteria: [IMPORTANT CAREER CONSIDERATIONS].
- These considerations might include compensation, work-life balance, social impact, project growth, etc.
Learn more about applications of AI tools and ethical best practices for using AI in the career process here.
More Resources
Additional resources can be found under Job + Internship Searching. These resources are accessible through Google Drive using your U-M credentials. Students can learn more about intentional searching by attending the workshop series events. If you have questions about job and internship searching, please schedule an appointment with the Career & Professional Development team.