Beyond Cornell

Network with family, friends, parents of friends, neighbors, faculty, etc. Alumni (over 1500!) are willing to give advice online through the Alumni Mentor Network. Ask alumni about their field, organization or geographic location, as well as learn their suggestions for making the most of your time at Cornell to succeed in your field. NOTE: These contacts are for networking and advice, NOT for jobs.

Use the membership lists of your local Chamber of Commerce

Apply for jobs through state and temporary employment agencies ...

Check for job openings with your local city hall, social service agencies, and other local government agencies.

Be an entrepreneur... consider starting your own creative business.

Check for job listings at other colleges and universities; on bulletin boards; in post offices and libraries; and at industrial sites.

Newspapers can be very useful...use the help wanted ads, but also scan the advertisements and articles for new businesses, construction, and programs that you could contact for job opportunities.

The Yellow Pages in phone books provide a handy reference of potential employers.

If an organization doesn't offer a structured internship program—suggest that they hire you as their first intern on a trial basis. Whether or not you get paid for the internship you'll gain valuable experience and exposure, and you'll have the opportunity to network and make contacts for future references and jobs.