Whether you are pursuing your Walden degree to transition into a new field or advance in your current career, start your career journey by taking these initial steps:
Are you wondering what you can do with your degree and what knowledge, skills, and experience you will need to reach your career goals? Start exploring career options, industries, employers, and job titles using the following resources and tools:
Whether you are actively looking for a new job or working on your future career goals, do not miss these job search resources:
Create a cover letter and resume to capture your work experience, education, and qualifications.
1. Visit the Resumes & More tab to gain resume and cover letter writing tips, review outlines, and watch career skills videos.
2. Build a resume or cover letter using SkillsFirst. Refer to the
Tip: Review the "Walden Preferred" templates inside SkillsFirst for resume and letter samples related to Business and Management careers:
3. Create an e-portfolio using SkillsFirst to showcase your academic and professional achievements. Refer to the General Portfolio Guide for Walden Students to get started.
E-Portfolio Tip: Consider using the Professional Portfolio template to start building your portfolio or use a custom sample developed for your academic program.
SkillsFirst is a self-guided career management system with 500+ templates and tools to help you create high-impact materials including resumes, cover letters, and career portfolios; and an interview prep function to practice interviewing skills. Including resumes templates, custom cover letter samples and portfolio templates.
Are you wondering how to best match your skills and experience to show employers that you are the best candidate for a job? This short video can help you create resumes and cover letters that stand out to employers.
Consider helping an organization, supporting a small business owner with a current challenge, or working on a virtual project from home. Completing a skills-based volunteering project or internship can help you enhance your current skill set, add new skills and experiences to your resume, and learn more about what you like to do; all while supporting Walden’s mission of social change.
The following resources can help you get started:
Uncover new career possibilities by strengthening your online and offline networks, engaging in professional activities, and enhancing your professional image.
Gain confidence in your interviewing and presentation skills and connect with employers:
Whether you are currently pursuing a doctoral program or considering advancing your studies in the future, these resources can help you prepare for careers at the doctoral level: