Luddy Career Services
Job and internship postings, resume help, interview prep, and much more.
Choosing a career path and starting that career can feel daunting. Don’t worry—the Career Services office is here to help.
Visit them early and often, and use Handshake to get essential career info and access many of their services, including applying for jobs and internships.
To speak with a Career Services staff member:
- To schedule appointments with a career advisor: Use IU’s career services system Handshake
- Peer advisors are available for walk-in appointments – check the Luddy website for scheduling details.
- Pop-up advising events happen throughout the year. Check the weekly Luddy Career Digest email, or look for a sign in Luddy Hall!
Location
- The Luddy Career Services office is located on the first floor of Luddy Hall.
- Virtual appointments may also be available for some staff members.
- Your appointment location will be visible when you make an appointment through Handshake
When and why should I meet with a career advisor?
Recommended – at least once a semester
A good guideline is to check in with a career advisor at least once a semester, just to make sure you’re staying on track with your career goals.
Other times: However, you may also decide to meet with someone more frequently when you’re actively seeking career opportunities and engaged in the recruiting process. You can meet with a career services staff member at any point during the year, and as often as you’d like!
What can I talk about in a meeting?
- How to conduct informational interviews with industry professionals
- Edit your resume and cover letters
- Prepare for the fall and / or spring career fair
- Practice your elevator pitch (how to introduce yourself in a networking setting)
- Develop a plan to search for internships and full-time jobs
- Prepare for behavioral, technical, and case interviews
- Review your LinkedIn profile
- Navigate job offers and negotiations
- Explore graduate school options / help with application materials
To get started with career development in Luddy:
- Create your Handshake acccount to find out about career events, schedule a career advising appointment, or look at job listings.
- Write and / or revise your resume.
- Refer to the Luddy Career Search Guide for resume guidelines, sample resumes, and more!
- Revise your resume with a Luddy Peer Advisor.
- Submit it to Handshake well in advance of the each semester’s Career Fair.
- Attend a Career Services event.
- Look for events in the weekly Career Digest email. (If you aren’t getting the email, let a Career Services staff member know!)
- Some events are casual, but they still offer a chance to meet with employers, so do a bit of research and prepare to ask questions!
- Get a part-time job or create your own tech projects (apps, websites, blogs).
- Increase your skills through online training.
- Stay involved on campus. (See the next section for ideas!)
For more tips, consult the Luddy Career Services 4-year plan for undergraduates.
