Navigating the Job Market

At the Saremi Center for Career Development, our mission is to equip AIC students with the essential tools and guidance needed to conduct an effective job search. We offer personalized support on job search strategies, including crafting targeted resumes and cover letters, optimizing LinkedIn profiles, and sharpening interview skills. Additionally, we provide access to top career platforms such as GoinGlobal and USA Careers, which offer job listings, industry insights, and networking opportunities both locally and globally. With resources like job search techniques, best practices for networking, and tailored guidance from our career advisors, the Saremi Center is here to help you navigate the competitive job market with confidence and success.

Top Websites for Job Search

This section provides a list of valuable platforms to help AIC students find internships, part-time jobs, and entry-level positions. Explore resources such as JobX, LinkedIn, Indeed, and specialized sites like Idealist and USAJobs. Each platform offers unique features like company reviews, salary information, and filtering options to tailor your job search. For additional support, contact the Saremi Center for Career Development—we can offer personalized guidance and connect you with specific employers that align with your career goals.

Download the Top Websites for Job Search guide

Job Search Academy by Indeed

The Job Search Academy is a free, virtual career development program brought to you by Indeed and American International College to help you excel in your job search. The Academy focuses on mastering the 5 key areas of the job search so you feel confident every step of the way–because everyone deserves better work:

  • Job Search
  • Resume Writing
  • Interview Prep
  • Offer Evaluation
  • Career Direction

Visit Indeed Job Search Academy here

Mastering Job Search Techniques Using Google

Knowing proper search techniques, especially when using Google, is essential for efficiently finding job opportunities in today’s digital age. Mastering advanced search features, such as using specific keywords, Boolean operators (AND, OR, NOT), and filtering by location or date, can significantly narrow down results to relevant job listings. This reduces time spent sifting through irrelevant information and helps students and job seekers identify opportunities more effectively. Additionally, understanding how to leverage Google to search for companies, industry trends, and job-specific information enhances research skills, making applicants more informed and competitive in the job market.

Download the Google Search Techniques guide

GoinGlobal

GoinGlobal provides  jobseekers of all nationalities with tools to fast track their career explorations both at home and abroad, featuring predeparture advice to ensure a positive study abroad,  internship experience, or relocation, to identifying career and employment opportunities worldwide.

With GoinGlobal resources you can: 

  • Explore in-country job search resources, including employment outlooks, industry trends, and professional networking by location.
  • Expedite planning for study abroad and international internship programs.
  • Understand and leverage cultural differences for personal and professional success.

The GoinGlobal collection includes: 

  • Country Career Guides with expert advice on hiring trends, financial considerations, work permit/visa regulations, resume/CV guidelines and more – all constantly updated by our local employment specialists.
  • City Career Guides for both the United States and the largest metropolitan markets around the globe, featuring the same in-depth employment advice as our Country Career Guides collection.
  • Culture Wizard is an online learning solution that helps international students and study abroad participants enhance their global skills through cross-cultural self-assessments, quizzes, videos and webinars, and culture guides for 160 countries.
  • WorkingWith country-specific training certification courses focused on how business is conducted and how culture and traditions impact the workplace.
  • 16M+ Job and Internship Opportunities updated on a daily basis, GoinGlobal’s search engine provides the unique ability to identify job and internship opportunities that have been posted in both the local language and English.
  • Global Employer Directory provides profiles and key contact information for more than 450,000 local and multinational companies throughout 196 countries.
  • H1B Visa Database/OPT Employer Listings instantly queries 6M+ US Department of Labor visa application records of American employers seeking to hire international talent. Our OPT tool kit features a database of listings of “OPT friendly” employers, along with step-by-step guidelines that help students navigate the OPT application and authorization process.
  • Complimentary Visa Counseling Services available to staff or students who attend our US visa webinar series. Hosted by award-winning immigration attorneys, these presentations feature the latest US regulations impacting F-1 student employment options including OPT, H1B and green card processing.

Download the GoinGlobal flyer

Visit GoinGlobal here

How to Find the Right Career Opportunity

Finding a job can be both rewarding and challenging, requiring a strategic approach. Key steps include updating your resume and LinkedIn profile, utilizing online job platforms, and exploring company websites for opportunities. Networking with peers, professors, and professionals is also crucial in uncovering hidden job leads. Attending career fairs allows you to connect directly with employers. Remember, persistence is key—apply early, tailor your applications, and follow up after interviews to demonstrate your interest and professionalism.

Following Application Instructions

Following specific application instructions when applying to employers is crucial for making a positive first impression and demonstrating attention to detail. Employers often use these instructions as a way to gauge an applicant's ability to follow directions, adhere to company processes, and meet job requirements. Ignoring or overlooking these details, such as format preferences, required documents, or specific submission methods, can lead to an automatic disqualification. By carefully adhering to instructions, candidates show professionalism, respect for the employer’s time, and their ability to work within set guidelines—qualities highly valued in any workplace.

Download the Following Application Instructions guide

USA Careers

USA Careers is a specialized career resource platform focused on helping students and professionals navigate the U.S. job market. It provides comprehensive guidance on employment opportunities across various industries and regions in the United States. Students can access tools like job search databases, resume and cover letter templates, and tips for interviews and networking. USA Careers also offers valuable insights into key U.S. industries, employment trends, and work culture. For AIC students, this platform is especially useful for those seeking to build careers within the U.S., offering tailored resources to successfully enter and thrive in the American job market.

Using USA Careers in tandem with GoinGlobal is ideal for all kinds of jobseekers, including college grads, career changers, relocating partners, and anyone exploring new work opportunities within the United States.

  • Our USA City Career Guides collection includes up-to-date career and employment resources for 47 of the largest metropolitan areas across America and provides both new and experienced job seekers with a comprehensive toolkit for fast tracking their career search.
  • The United States is included in our Country Career Guides collection, which embraces a total of 42 countries featuring 70+ pages of localized career expertise from our employment experts.

Visit USA Careers here

GUIDES - Job Search Guidance

The Top Websites for Job Search guide offers a list of platforms designed to help students and recent graduates find professional job opportunities. It includes a variety of resources that cover full-time, part-time, and remote positions across different industries, as well as options for those interested in nonprofit work or government jobs.

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This How to Find the Right Career Opportunity guide offers practical advice for college students/graduates navigating the competitive job market. It emphasizes the importance of being proactive in your search and leveraging all of your resources and networking opportunities.

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This Following Application Instructions guide highlights the importance of carefully following application instructions to increase your chances of success when applying for jobs. By following these guidelines, you will improve your chances of securing the right job opportunity.

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This Mastering Job Search Techniques Using Google guide offers valuable tips to help you efficiently find job postings that align with your career goals. Google, as the leading search engine, is a powerful tool to help you navigate through job opportunities across industries, locations, and roles.

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RESOURCES - Job Search Guidance

This flyer highlights GoinGlobal, a comprehensive career resource offering expert advice for over 120 domestic and international locations. It provides up-to-date information on hiring trends, financial considerations, work permit/visa regulations, resume guidelines, and interview tips. Key features include:

  • Global Job & Internship Search
  • Global Key Employer Directory
  • H1B Visa & OPT Resources
  • Cultural Tools

GoinGlobal gives job seekers a competitive edge, whether searching locally or globally.

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