Recently graduated and on the hunt for a job to jump-start your career? Want to attract the best companies to work for? Well, look no further! The experts at the University of Washington have put together this handy infographic to help you get started on your job search. Select one of the profile personas below for a more tailored profile.
Good luck on your job search and congratulations on reaching this milestone!
Cover Photo
Use this space to show off something unique about you.
Profile Icon
Just a photo of you, no distractions.
“About” Section
Keep it informative and professional, yet short!
Experience/ Education
This is your chance to show your Husky pride. Majors, minors, GPA, student clubs, summer programs… Let future contacts and hiring managers know who you are and what you’ve accomplished.
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Arts Profile
Dubs Husky
Graphic Designer at Online Retailer
Greater Seattle Area
About
As a graphic designer…
Experience
Graphic Designer
Online Retailer
Sep 2020-May 2022
Essential Duties & Responsibilities
Key Points
1. Cover Photo
Use this space to show off something unique about yourself — like your favorite travel spot, your happy place or your favorite pastime. Just make sure it’s not too busy or distracting.
Have a favorite design piece? Feature it here.
Recommended image size: 1584 x 396 pixels
2. Profile icon
Just a photo of you, no distractions. Make sure it’s clean and clear, and you’re dressed appropriately for your profession. Maybe you in your favorite beret?
Recommended image size: 400 x 400 pixels
3. “About” section
Keep it informative and professional, yet short. What’s something you’d like potential employers to remember about you?
What style(s) of graphic design, art or visual storytelling are you most skilled at and passionate about? Highlight them here.
120 characters or fewer
4. Experience/Education
This is your chance to show your Husky pride. Majors, minors, GPA, student clubs, summer programs… Let future contacts and hiring managers know who you are and what you’ve accomplished.
Proud of that capstone project that you spent months on? Go into detail on your process and the final result.
Business Profile
Dubs Husky
Business Analyst at Global Tech Company
Greater Seattle Area
About
As a business analyst…
Experience
Business Analyst
Global Tech Company
Sep 2020-May 2022
Essential Duties & Responsibilities
Key Points
1. Cover Photo
Use this space to show off something unique about yourself — like your favorite travel spot, your happy place or your favorite pastime. Just make sure it’s not too busy or distracting.
Put your best professional foot forward with a photo that helps demonstrate what you’re passionate about.
Recommended image size: 1584 x 396 pixels
2. Profile icon
Just a photo of you, no distractions. Make sure it’s clean and clear, and you’re dressed appropriately for your profession. Rock your best look in business attire.
Recommended image size: 400 x 400 pixels
3. “About” section
Keep it informative and professional, yet short. What’s something you’d like potential employers to remember about you?
Financial management? Leadership? Customer service? Weave in some of your strongest business skills here before showing examples in your “experience” section.
120 characters or fewer
4. Experience/Education
This is your chance to show your Husky pride. Majors, minors, GPA, student clubs, summer programs… Let future contacts and hiring managers know who you are and what you’ve accomplished.
Did you come up with a business idea as part of your undergraduate experience? Use this section to talk about why it’s exciting and how it made you stand out.
Marketing/ Comms Profile
Dubs Husky
Senior Copywriter at Local Nonprofit
Greater Seattle Area
About
As a senior copywriter…
Experience
Senior Copywriter
Local Nonprofit
Sep 2020-May 2022
Essential Duties & Responsibilities
Key Points
1. Cover Photo
Use this space to show off something unique about yourself — like your favorite travel spot, your happy place or your favorite pastime. Just make sure it’s not too busy or distracting.
Here’s an opportunity to show off your photojournalism skills.
Recommended image size: 1584 x 396 pixels
2. Profile icon
Just a photo of you, no distractions. Make sure it’s clean and clear, and you’re dressed appropriately for your profession. Show off how approachable and engaging you are!
Recommended image size: 400 x 400 pixels
3. “About” section
Keep it informative and professional, yet short. What’s something you’d like potential employers to remember about you?
Use this section to demonstrate your ability to distil lots of information into a small amount of copy.
120 characters or fewer
4. Experience/Education
This is your chance to show your Husky pride. Majors, minors, GPA, student clubs, summer programs… Let future contacts and hiring managers know who you are and what you’ve accomplished.
Use this section to highlight a particular piece of editorial, a volunteering opportunity or other unique aspects of your undergraduate experience.
Engineering Profile
Dubs Husky
Civil Engineer at Construction Firm
Greater Seattle Area
About
As a civil engineer…
Experience
Civil Engineer
Construction Firm
Sep 2020-May 2022
Essential Duties & Responsibilities
Key Points
1. Cover Photo
Use this space to show off something unique about yourself — like your favorite travel spot, your happy place or your favorite pastime. Just make sure it’s not too busy or distracting.
Which field of engineering are you in? Make an immediate impression by choosing an image that reflects your area of expertise.
Recommended image size: 1584 x 396 pixels
2. Profile icon
Just a photo of you, no distractions. Make sure it’s clean and clear, and you’re dressed appropriately for your profession. Casual, but not too casual!
Recommended image size: 400 x 400 pixels
3. “About” section
Keep it informative and professional, yet short. What’s something you’d like potential employers to remember about you?
What technical skills, statistical know-how and other abilities make you special? Work in the ones that you feel are inseparable from who you are.
120 characters or fewer
4. Experience/Education
This is your chance to show your Husky pride. Majors, minors, GPA, student clubs, summer programs… Let future contacts and hiring managers know who you are and what you’ve accomplished.
Were there opportunities to apply your engineering skills during your Husky Experience, or maybe a particular course that had work that you’re proud of? Use this section to talk about it.
Research Profile
Dubs Husky
Research Scientist II at Medical Research Center
Greater Seattle Area
About
As a research scientist…
Experience
Research Scientist II
Medical Research Center
Sep 2020-May 2022
Essential Duties & Responsibilities
Key Points
1. Cover Photo
Use this space to show off something unique about yourself — like your favorite travel spot, your happy place or your favorite pastime. Just make sure it’s not too busy or distracting.
Are you interested in medical research, wildlife or something else? Let it shine with a cover photo that’s emblematic of your field!
Recommended image size: 1584 x 396 pixels
2. Profile icon
Just a photo of you, no distractions. Make sure it’s clean and clear, and you’re dressed appropriately for your profession. Check out some profile pics of other professionals in your field, and get a feeling for how you’re comfortable presenting yourself.
Recommended image size: 400 x 400 pixels
3. “About” section
Keep it informative and professional, yet short. What’s something you’d like potential employers to remember about you?
What are some causes, mysteries and questions you’re always exploring? Try weaving in those here.
120 characters or fewer
4. Experience/Education
This is your chance to show your Husky pride. Majors, minors, GPA, student clubs, summer programs… Let future contacts and hiring managers know who you are and what you’ve accomplished.
Did you present research at the Undergraduate Research Symposium, work on a big project as part of an internship, or something else? Brag about it here.
