Handshake - #1 way to connect with employers, and apply to jobs and internships with employers who are seeking Bentley talent. It is free for Bentley students with your Bentley email address.

Go to Handshake to access GCD resources: (pro tip -  filter using GCD):  

• 3300+ Bentley graduate student jobs on Handshake in 2023 
• GCD resources such as Career Toolkit, Consulting Toolkit, Interview Guide, Salary and Negotiation, DE&I Employer Directory, Neurodiverse Students and Resource, International Student Resources 
• Schedule coaching appointments (virtual and in-person) including Design Your Life coaching for career journey mapping 
• Register for events and programs offered from GCD and external employers and partners

Interstride: Using data-driven technology, Bentley has partnered with Interstride to offer a portal that provides international students with all the FREE resources they need to transition and thrive in their educational journey abroad with 500k+ jobs and internships, webinars and more.

Interstride highlights many pathways to help international students with their employment search, immigration hurdles, community integration, and overall university engagement. Through our user-friendly portal, a network of services, workshops and engaging content, Interstride offers students a one-stop-shop for all career-related needs. Register for Interstride

Job search strategy for international students is a new course that Interstride developed just for you! The course will breakdown the job search process into three distinct steps:

1. Understand the challenges and the process to execute a successful job search
2. Assess your profile and tailor it to the opportunities in the job market
3. Strategize and prepare to execute a proactive job search process

The European Foundation for Management Development (EFMD) career portal connects you to global opportunities. Corporate members of EFMD’s global network post internship and job opportunities. Bentley is a member school of EFMD’s global network.

GoinGlobal connects you to more than 16 million internship and job listings, plus city and country career guides. Access job search tools and location-specific salary and cost-of-living data. GoinGlobal also describes work permit regulations and global employment trends, and gives you practical tips for resume writing and multicultural working and interviewing. Connect with executive recruiters, staffing agencies and networking groups worldwide.   

To access GoinGlobal from off-campus, access our Handshake portal and then click on the GoinGlobal icon at the bottom of the page. Create an account the first time you visit.

If you are having difficulty accessing this resource off-campus, please contact GCD@bentley.edu  to get access.

Create a free Vault account to accelerate your job search today. Vault allows you to create job alerts, search for positions and upload your resume. You’ll also find comprehensive company profiles, industry outlooks, sample interview questions and more. 

If you need help getting started, contact Graduate Career Development at gcd@bentley.edu. 

Forage offers free, self-paced, virtual job simulations from top employers, giving you the opportunity to explore careers, upskill, and gain confidence. 

When you are launching your career, Micro-Internships provide a tremendous opportunity. Not only can you explore different career paths and work on interesting assignments, you can also demonstrate your abilities to potential employers while building your professional portfolio and network. Create your profile here

• Parker Dewey 

We offer 2 assessments -  CareerLeader, a comprehensive approach to a business career self-assessment, and offer Gallup Strengthsfinder, to discover what you naturally do best and turn your talents into strengths to maximize your career potential.

• Check out Handshake’s “Career Toolkit” in resources for your resume guide, cover letter guide, interview guide and more!  

CAREER TOOLKIT (for current students only)

• Check out LinkedIn's Behavioral Question Guide to help you prepare for your next interview

Do you have skills to be successful in your next role? Check out these FREE resources to help you fill the gap on your resume to ensure your top skills are highlights to land your next job.

• LinkedIn Career Explorer Uncover potential career paths and see how your skills match to real job titles, or skip ahead to explore jobs and skills on your own.
• Resume Optimizer You can use this tool to optimize your resume for the type of job that you would like apply for.
• Jobscan Analyzes your resume against recruiter preferences and hidden requirements to help you beat the Applicant Tracking Systems. Get a score and ways to improve your resume to increase your chances of an interview.  

Do you need more support on your resume? Check out our Career Guides by searching for the “CAREER TOOLKIT” in Handshake under “Resources” with your Bentley student email address.

VMock: Your Go-To Resume Resource

Think of your resume as your first impression. Every time you meet someone you want to make sure they walk away thinking something great, especially if this is the first time you are ever meeting. The same is true with your resume. Before you walk in the door, someone is looking at your resume and getting an idea of who you are and what your experience has been up till that day.

For that reason, your resume is one of the most important pieces of your career and can certainly open (or close) doors for you from internships to full times and beyond. But …. writing a resume, a GOOD resume, can be hard. That’s why WE have VMock! This resource uses sophisticated algorithms and data science. VMock analyzes hundreds of parameters from your profile, and generates a personalized score leveraging a proprietary scoring engine. Know exactly where you stand in matter of seconds. Learn more HERE. Don’t have access? Email GCD@bentley.edu for an invitation.

The process is broken down into 3 easy steps to success.

1. Upload your resume
2. Get instant feedback
3. Improve and succeed

Here are some best practices to follow:

• Save the resume in PDF format
• Students receive 10 uploads per academic  year so make your changes before uploading
• This is a 24/7 online service
• Follow up with conversations with the career coaches afterwards

Now get started on with VMock today!

For those identifying as neurodiverse, find a Neurodiverse Students and Resources section in Handshake and a neurodiverse playbook within Big Interview (use access code 1917 to register for Big Interview.) 

Interstride: Interstride is an essential platform for our international students. Interstride offers information on jobs and internships in 80+ countries plus US companies that sponsor international students; comprehensive country guides and visa and immigration resources; monthly webinars, workshops and resources curated for international students.  

Handshake: Bentley’s Handshake platform offers a comprehensive section, International Student Resources and CPT Reports. You can find details on Interstride, EFMD, AUCA, LinkedIn, GoinGlobal, and our ESOL center. Additionally, we offer detailed reporting on where Bentley international students have interned over the past 5 years, a Career Fair Guide for International Students, LinkedIn   

https://bentley.joinhandshake.com 

Forage: Forage offers free, self-paced, virtual job simulations from top employers, giving you the opportunity to explore careers, upskill, and gain confidence.   

EFMD: Highered is the strategic partner of EFMD (European Foundation for Management Development), providing digital career services and a virtual recruitment platform to more than 500 schools and universities globally. Bentley is one of a small group of U.S. Universities who have access to this amazing resource. For more information and to sign up: bentley.gethighered.global! 

AUCA (The American Universities’ China Association) career events provide a platform for American university representatives, students and alumni, and employers in China. It helps the university and students learn more about China's employment market and connect them with leading employers in China. It also promotes the branding and recognition of American universities among employers in China, and effectively connects overseas students with high-quality internships and full-time jobs. Join Bentley's Official WeChat Account to learn more - BentleyGraduateCareerServices. 
 

LinkedIn for International Students: 

 Nail Networking Culture  

 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=W0hsJ8kd_UQ&t=148s  
Former LinkedIn insider (Jeremy Schifeling) who supported 20 million students around the globe, shared:: 

• Understand the U.S. hiring process - from how recruiters search for talent to how referrals can 10X your chances 
• Discover sponsorship opportunities - by following the data trail left on LinkedIn and other job sites 
• Develop your networking skills - by getting practice with reaching out to alumni and building rapport 

Additionally, our LinkedIn MasterClass has a separate section for international students.

Collaborating Partners and Organizations: 

Center for International Students and Scholars (CISS) 

English Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL)  

Chinese Students and Scholars Association (CSSA) 

Graduate Student Association (GSA) 

International Graduate Student Association (IGSA) 

List of typical events and programs specifically for our International students: Register on Handshake 

• Inside the Employer Mind: Career Panel for International Students 
• Options After OPT (Immigration Law Firm) 
• International Alumni Networking Night 
• Employer Panel with International Student Association 
• Leverage Interstride for the Job Search 
• GCD & CISS Equity & Inclusion – Design Your Life Workshop 
• Plus other webinars and collaborative events across campus and external events 

1. Indeed: Indeed has been recognized as the top job search board for several years. You’ll find all levels and categories of jobs on this huge job board making it one of the best options for almost every job seeker.
2. VentureFizz: Discover the best jobs and companies in the tech industry
3. Green Job Resources:

               Sustainability & Analytics one pager,  Sustainability & Consulting one pager, Sustainabilty & Accounting one pager,  

               Sustainability & Finance one pager, Sustainability & Sales one pager

   4. Tech Career Job Search and Events