Career Guides for Grads

In a tight market, job seekers need all the guidance they can get. Experts at Adelphi’s Center for Career Development suggest the following guides for jump-starting a career.

Getting from College to Career by Lindsey Pollak
“This is the definitive guide to building the experience, skills and confidence new grads need to succeed in the job search, offering action-oriented tips and strategies. I have seen Lindsay Pollak speak twice, and her concepts are relevant and very useful. I highly recommend this book!”
—Elaine Boylan, senior associate director of career development

The Secret to Getting a Job after College: Marketing Tactics to Turn Degrees into Dollars by Dr. Larry Chiagouris
“This is an easy-to-follow guide to help you launch your career in any job market. In just four chapters, you will learn tips and tactics to attract the attention of an employer and win the competition with other candidates to get the job you want.”
—Elaine Boylan, senior associate director of career development

The Intern Files: How to Get, Keep, and Make the Most of Your Internship by Jamie Fedorko
Your Last Day of School: 56 Ways You Can Be a Great Intern and Turn Your Internship into a Job, by Eric Woodard
“Both are outstanding contributions to the internship experience: how to find, get and make a great impression during a student’s college internship. I highly recommend both!”
— Jonathan Ivanoff, associate director of internships