| Description |
v, 114 pages ; 21 cm |
| Bibliography |
Includes bibliographical references and index. |
| Contents |
About this book -- What do you want to be when you grow up? -- How this book helps you make smart decisions -- Who this book can help -- A guide to the book -- 1. Majoring in English -- Choosing a major -- A closer look at an English major -- The job outlook -- 2. Choosing a college -- Researching colleges -- Looking into the English program -- Applying to college -- Special college situations -- 3. Making the most of your time at college -- Planning your classes -- Writing and editing -- Joining clubs and organizations -- Internships, volunteering, and part-time work -- Networking while in school -- 4. Attending graduate school in English -- Planning for a postgraduate degree -- Selecting your undergraduate coursework -- Selecting a school and degree program -- Getting in to graduate school -- Returning to school -- Pursuing other graduate degrees -- 5. Breaking into the job market with an English degree -- Planning ahead -- Preparing your résumé -- Finding a job -- Interviewing for a job -- 6. Career possibilities for an English major -- Writers and editors -- Journalism careers -- Advertising and public Relations -- Teaching -- Librarians -- Still more career possibilities -- 7. Case studies -- Michele, a college librarian -- Christine, a lawyer -- Fran, a journalist -- Dan, a political speechwriter -- Appendix : resources -- Honor societies -- Organizations, associations, and societies -- School and career Web sites -- Journals, magazines, books, and more -- Self-administered aptitude tests -- Career counseling -- Index. |
| Subject |
Job hunting.
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College graduates -- Vocational guidance.
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College graduates -- Employment.
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| ISBN |
0764576054 paperback |
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9780764576058 paperback |
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