Job Boards

Entry Level

General Job Boards

  • Indeed - Massive job database with entry-level filters

  • LinkedIn Jobs - Professional networking platform with robust job search

  • ZipRecruiter - User-friendly interface with mobile app

  • Monster - Long-established job board with career resources

  • Glassdoor - Job listings plus company reviews and salary data

  • CareerBuilder - Comprehensive job search with resume tools

  • SimplyHired - Aggregates jobs from multiple sources

New Graduate Focused

  • College Recruiter - Specifically targets college students and recent grads

  • AfterCollege - Connects students and recent grads with employers

  • WayUp - Focuses on entry-level positions and internships

  • Handshake - University career services platform (check if your school uses it)

  • GraduateJobs - UK-based but has international opportunities

  • UniversityJobs - Academic and university-related positions

  • RecentGrads - Curated entry-level opportunities

Tech & Startup Jobs

Industry-Specific Boards

Remote & Freelance Work

Company-Specific & Direct Applications

  • Company career pages - Apply directly to companies you're interested in

  • Fortune 500 career pages - Large corporations often have robust graduate programs

  • Local business websites - Don't overlook smaller, local employers

Networking & Professional Development

  • LinkedIn - Beyond just job searching, for professional networking

  • Meetup - Professional networking events in your area

  • Industry conferences - Often have job fairs or networking opportunities

  • Alumni networks - Leverage your university's alumni connections

  • Professional associations - Join associations in your field of interest

Tips for Using These Platforms

  • Set up job alerts on multiple platforms

  • Customize your resume and cover letter for each application

  • Use keywords from job descriptions in your applications

  • Follow up on applications when appropriate

  • Keep track of where you've applied using a spreadsheet

Remember to also leverage your university's career services office, which often has exclusive partnerships with employers specifically seeking new graduates.

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