Career Coaching Services

Our coaching team provides career readiness workshops to help you prepare for your career!  On Demand Workshops are available whenever you are!

Learn about basic resume strategies to make your resume stand out from the crowd.

Resume 201 walks you through how to have a well-formatted resume by going over spacing, alignment, sizing, and more to help you maximize the potential of your resume while fitting it within page limits.

Learn how to grab the reader’s attention and encourage them to consider you as a candidate by learning how to write a captivating cover letter.

Prepare for your next interview by learning about interview formats, remote interviews, how to prepare, interview questions, how to competitively answer interview questions, and how to conduct yourself during an interview and after the interview.

Learn how to optimize your profile, search for jobs, and use features to connect with employers and LU alumni.

Gain valuable information on the importance of practical experience and how to creatively find opportunities.

• Resume & Cover Letters
• Resources page (on Handshake)
• Job/Internship search (on Handshake)
• LinkedIn
• Indeed
• USAJobs.gov
• SimplyHired.com
• Faculty Advisors

Ready to take your career development to the next level?  Take a look at our video tutorials to help you network, job search, consider switching careers, and more! – NOTE: The one not linked we are working to record.

• The Power of Networking (video) – Did you know people are 3Xs as likely to get a job/internship if they have a connection with the company? Learn the power of networking and how to get started by watching this video.
• How to Search for a Job on Handshake (video) – Handshake is your free resource to gain access to 20,0000+ jobs! Learn how to effectively search for jobs on Handshake as well as learn tips on how to expand your search on other platforms by watching this video!
• The Difference Between a Resume and Curriculum Vitae (video) – A job application asks for a CV – now what? Or maybe you have a CV and want to use it to apply to jobs.  Learn the difference between the two documents and which you should use when by watching this video.  TIP: If you use a CV when a company wants a resume (or vice versa) it may cost you the job.
• How to Get Your Resume Critiqued (video) – Need a quick review of your resume? Learn how to submit your resume for a functional review at Career Services Resume Critique portal by watching this video.

Liberty University provides free account access for all students and alumni! Claim your Handshake account now! Handshake is your tool to connect with career readiness workshops, events, and coaching services. This is your place to get started with your career journey!

Handshake is your career tool to connect with Career Services workshops, events, and coaches; access over 30,000+ jobs and internships; and network with over 20,000 employers.  This is your place to get started with your career journey!

• Getting Started – video and text overview
• How to fill out your profile and Personalizing your Handshake Profile – video and text overview
• Scheduling an appointment* All appointments take place in person in Lynchburg, Virginia
• Setting Up Career Interests in Handshake – video
• How to Search for Jobs in Handshake – video