Professional Development Resources

Resumes & Cover Letters

• Resume Template

• Tips on Making Your Resume

• Cover Letter Template

• Tips on Writing Your Cover Letter

LinkedIn

• How to Set Up

• Using LinkedIn to Network 

Networking & Outreach

• Cold Emailing Tips

• Networking Tips

Interviews

• Preparing for an Interview

• Practicing for an Interview

• STAR Format

Career Fairs

• Preparing for a Career Fair

• Retaining Value at Career Fairs

Finding Internships

• Internship Timelines

• Handshake

• LinkedIn

• Indeed

• Company-specific Websites like Workday

IPN Resources

• Career Coaching - Reach out via email to be assigned a dedicated career coach for one-on-one support, including resume reviews, mock interviews, LinkedIn optimization, cover letters, job search strategy, networking, or to be connected with professionals in your field.

• IPN LinkedIn Group - IPN LinkedIn Group with 20,000 Ismaili Professionals that you can directly connect and message

• Company Referral Board - IPN Referral Group that you can use to get a referral for companies that you're interested in working at.

• Industry-specific Resources - Comprehensive guide of resources by industry (engineering, liberal arts, medical, business, and professional development)

• IPN Virtual Recruitment Playbook - In depth document that goes through the full recruitment process (resume, job search, networking, applications, and interviews)

• IPN Career Roadmaps - Career roadmaps based on professional interests; these provide step-by-step guides to set yourself up for success based on your career (healthcare, artificial intelligence, consulting, digital marketing, accounting, cybersecurity, management, and data)

• Enhancing Resumes & Cover Letters with AI - Document that walks you through how to level up your resume and cover letter using AI

• IPN Career Tech Guide- Provides actionable steps for technology professionals to leverage adaptability and stay ahead of the field

• Join an IPN Alliance - Join industry-focused groups and connect with peers at all career levels

• iPN Monthly Newsletter - Subscribe to IPN's Monthly Newsletter to stay updated with programming and resources

• Global Mentorship Initiative - IPN has partnered with GMI (Global Mentorship Initiative) for a 12-week mentorship program to prepare you for your first professional career. Must either be a first generation college student or qualify for educational financial aid

• Ismaili Health Professionals Association (IHPA) - Website for Ismaili Health Professionals Association, under the Aga Khan Health Board for USA

There are many useful resources on your college websites that you should look for including:

• A job board specific to your school

• Appointments with your Career Advisor

• Resume reviews at your Career Center

• Alumni networks

• Tutoring Center (usually free)

• Mentorship programs for first-generation students

• Co-Op Opportunities

• Student Organizations & Extracurriculars

• Library room reservations

• Equipment rentals (ex. iPads, Macbooks, chargers, etc.)

• Scholarships database

• Career Fair dates & list of employers to look for

• Campus Jobs