Career Services

Students who wish to participate in on-campus recruiting for jobs or internships must take the proper steps to use the system successfully.

• Complete on-campus recruiting tutorial.
• Prepare a resume and have it critiqued in the Career Development Center, 162 MVR. All information on resumes must be accurate. Falsifying personal, professional, or academic information will result in forfeiture of your right to participate in on-campus recruiting.
• Schedule a mock interview in the Career Development Center, 162 MVR.
• Attend the Cornell Career Fair. Many employers collect resumes at this fair which they use during for recruiting purposes.
• Attend company and industry presentations.

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• Human Ecology students are eligible for all on-campus recruiting activities in MVR and in Barnes Hall. Students who attempt to sign up for interview slots in other colleges without permission will be barred from further participation in On-Campus Recruiting.
• Only current students can apply for jobs through the On-Campus Recruiting program.
• Students who are studying abroad are not eligible during the semester they are away.
• Some jobs are limited to certain populations such as those that require certain majors or U.S. citizenship. Students must read each job description carefully to determine their eligibility.

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• Complete a Career Interest Profile in order to access the system. Some fields are required while others are optional.
• You can choose to receive automatic notifications from Cornell Career Services about jobs or opportunities that match your career interests. You are encouraged to list a broad range of interests to guarantee that you will receive information about a wide range of opportunities of interest to you.
• Your profile is confidential and is not viewed by employers.
• You must update your profile each fall to maintain access to the system. You should also update your profile as your interests and career goals change or expand.

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• Employers offer company presentations prior to their scheduled interviews.
• Check the presentation dates, times and locations via the On-Campus Recruiting screen.
• Enter the range of dates you are interested in and click on the button for “Search Presentations ” You will see information pertaining to date, location/time, company name, and topic. If you click on the column marked “Date,” you will find additional information such as required attire and eligibility.
• Some presentations are open to all students while others are limited to students who have been pre-selected to interview with the company. Some presentations occur several weeks before the interviews, while others are given the night before the interview date.
• If you are pre-selected to interview with a company, you must attend their information session. Attendance will generally be taken, and advice about the interview process will be given at that time.
• If the presentation is open to the public, you are encouraged to attend. These sessions offer excellent opportunities to learn about various industries and to prepare you for future recruiting opportunities.

Dress information is usually included in the presentation description as follows: 

• Business attire: business suits for males and females 
• Business casual: no suits, but jeans not recommended 
• Casual attire: jeans acceptable

• You must upload a copy of your resume into CornellTRAK in order to submit it for positions. You can also upload cover letters for employers who require them.
• Log into CornellTRAK and select “Resumes.”
• Follow the instructions. You may store up to ten versions of your resume. Please note that once you upload your resumes, they are stored in the system. In most cases, you must take the next step of submitting your resume for specific positions.
• Your “primary” resume is one that is included in an online database, if you authorize this option.
• Only you, authorized Career Services staff, and others whom you authorize can view your resume.
• You can allow employers to see your resume by granting access to it through a searchable database when you upload it or submit it for a particular position. Occasionally employers will search this database for matches to their positions and will initiate the pre-selection process. Generally, however, students must take the initiative to apply for specific jobs.
• Read the access options carefully, because the system defaults to the highest level of access.

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• You can submit your resume during the resume submission time period if you meet the job requirements.
• Click on the “Submit Resume” button.
• Make sure you select the right resume for the position you’re applying for by designating it as the active resume through the “Resumes” feature.
• The system will prompt you to submit any other required materials.
• If you are unable to submit your resume for a particular position, check to see that: 
  • your graduation date falls within the appropriate ranges 
  • your major and/or level of education meets the employer’s requirements 
  • your employment eligibility or visa status meets the employer’s requirements

If employers desire a copy of your transcript, you can prepare and upload an unofficial transcript into CornellTRAK. 

• Access Just The Facts 
• Link to “Grades" from the left side bar
• Copy and paste each semester’s grades and GPA chronologically into a Word document 
• Reformat as necessary to fit on the page properly 
• Include your name in the document title, for example “JaneDoeTranscript”
• Upload this document into CornellTRAK through the “Resumes” feature and submit it as instructed

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• Once you submit your resume, check the “personal Dates” section regularly to learn when you’ve been pre-selected or named as an alternate for an interview. Some employers will notify you but you shouldn’t rely on this.
• Follow the steps for selecting an interview time when you have been pre-selected. When you’re chosen as an alternate, check the sign-up dates so you can check for any open interview slots on that day.
• Read the job descriptions carefully and complete any company applications that are indicated. Bring a copy of your resume to the interview and check to see if other materials are required, such as portfolios, transcripts, writing samples, etc.
• Attend any employer information sessions that are offered. Make sure you have researched the company carefully and have a list of questions ready. You must be prepared to answer questions and give examples of situations where you showed initiative, leadership, and/or teamwork. Most employers will want to assess your problem solving skills, adaptability to new environments, ability to relate to diverse populations, knowledge of their company and industry, and your enthusiasm for the position. You can use past job, volunteer, or classroom experiences to demonstrate your skills.
• Arrive at the interview at least 10 minutes before your scheduled appointment. Report to 172 MVR if you are interviewing in Human Ecology, and 203 Barnes Hall if you are interviewing with Cornell Career Services. Dress appropriately.

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• Cancellations must be made by 10AM of the business day prior to your interview.
• Contact Human Ecology’s Career Office (607-255-2988) or Barnes Hall (607-255-6934), depending on the location of your interview.
• Monday interviews must be cancelled by 10AM of the previous Friday.
• Students who fail to abide by these policies will be considered “no-shows” and will not be allowed to participate further in on-campus recruiting until they speak with a career development counselor.
• A second no-show will result in automatic termination from Cornell’s On-Campus Recruiting Program.

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• You must always send a thank-you letter to your interviewer. Check the Employer Database for up-to-date contact information.
• Some employers prefer hand-written notes while others may prefer emails. The company culture of each employer will help you determine which form is best. Be sure to include something specific from each interview in your letter.
• If you are interviewed by more than one recruiter for any position, you should send a separate letter to each person. Make sure that each letter is tailored to the specific interviewer you are addressing. Often recruiters from the same company will compare letters they receive from their interviewees.
• Career counselors in Human Ecology meet with recruiters who interview in the college. For feedback and personal assistance concerning your interview, please make an appointment by contacting the Career Development Office at 607-255-2988.

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