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Your career in the making.

Navigating your college and future career at the same time is tough. LAS Career Services provides career development education from your first year of college through graduation – and beyond. Our services are available to undergraduates, graduate students, and alumni!

Let us partner with you to write your resume or CV , compose your cover letter , search for a  job or internship , prepare for an  interview ,  evaluate and negotiate a job offer  and answer any of your  career-related  questions!

Let us help!

Log on to  CyHire  and select “Advising” from the top right of your CyHire homepage. Virtual and in-person appointments are available.

Call 515-294-8691 or email  [email protected]  with any questions.

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Faculty and staff may play a role in helping students and employers connect during the job search/recruiting process. Learn how to comply with labor laws and help maintain a recruiting environment fair to all students and employers.

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Liberal Arts and Sciences graduates are eligible to use the alumni career services offered by Liberal Arts and Sciences Career Services. Services available are access to CyHire, website resources, and career fairs.

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LAS Career Services helps employers connect with thousands of current students and alumni.  All employer services are provided free of charge, with the exception of career fairs.

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Search for Jobs

Follow the  Search Jobs  link and use the search tools to specify criteria.

Create a job alert

When you create a job alert, you are notified by email when positions are posted that match your specified criteria. Please be sure to select to consent to the “Opt In” option to receiving SMS and MMS (texts and emails). If you do not select this option, you will not receive email notifications for your job alert. To “Opt In” to receiving emails and texts, go to your candidate home page, click Update Contact Information and select the check box under the I consent paragraph at the bottom of the page. Click "OK" to save your changes.

• Log in to your candidate home account or create a candidate account if you do not have one.
• Click on "Job Alerts"
• Click "Create Job Alert" to enter your criteria
• Click "OK" to save

Work on Applications

Apply for a job

Navigate to the job you are interested in and select Apply.

Submit a saved application

• Log into your candidate home account
• Scroll down to "My Applications"
• Click the "Active" tab
• Click on the "Job Title" active link or under Action, select the ellipsis
• Select "Continue Application"
• You can also delete or view any applications

Update a submitted job application

After you submit your application, you cannot change it. If you need to make changes to the application, email [email protected] .

*Please note that we cannot make changes to your contact information. If you need to make changes to your contact information, you can do so through your account settings.

Withdraw an application from consideration

• Click "Candidate Home"
• Scroll down to "My Applications"
• Click the "ellipsis" for the position you wish to withdraw
• Select "Withdraw Application"
• Click "Withdraw" to formally withdraw.

*Please note that you can only apply for a position once so only withdraw if you are no longer interested in being considered for the position.

Create or Update Your Account

Create an Account

If you have not started searching the job postings:

• Click the "Sign In" link at the top right hand corner. Click "Create Account".
• Enter your email address (please use a current email address as this is how you will receive notifications and other communications) and create a password.
• Click "Create Account"
• Verify your email address by following the instructions sent to this email address.

From a job posting:

• Click "Apply" on the job posting

Recover forgotten password

• On the candidate home page , click "Sign In"
• Click on "Forgot your password?"
• Enter your email address
• Click "Reset Password"
• If an account exists with that password, you will then receive an email with instructions on how to reset your password.

Update contact information

• Scroll down to "My Account"
• Click "Update Contact Information"

Account termination

For your protection, your account cannot be deleted. You can stop using it at any time.

Applicant FAQ

Do i have to fill out an application.

All candidates must complete an electronic application through the Iowa State Employment Opportunity website at  www.jobs.iastate.edu

Is there a limit to the number of positions I can apply for?

No, there is no limit.

How long will a posting be listed on the web?

Most postings will be listed until the “guaranteed consideration date”, which can be found beneath the application instructions on the Iowa State Employment Opportunity website. If a position is posted on www.jobs.iastate.edu , you may apply to it. However, in order to receive guaranteed consideration, applications must be received and complete by the guaranteed consideration date.

What is a guaranteed consideration date?

The date by which applicants must apply for a posting if they wish to be considered. If a guaranteed consideration date is July 3, candidates must apply by 11:59 pm Central Standard Time on July 3.

We recommend you plan ahead as applications may not be considered after this time.

Will late applications be accepted?

If the posting is available on the website for applications, then you may apply. If the guaranteed consideration date has passed, then your application may not be reviewed. Iowa State does not collect applications outside of the online application system.

How can I apply for positions that were previously posted?

If the position is not listed on the website, you will not be able to apply for it.

What information will I need when applying for a position?

You will be asked to provide personal information, education history, and answer pre-employment questions such as prior Board of Regents employment and authorization to work in the U.S. based on the position for which you are applying. 

Each time you apply to a position using the same login, you will be given the option to Autofill with Resume, Apply Manually or Use My Last Application. Please note that if you select Use My Last Application and do not upload a new cover letter or resume, the system will use the last resume and cover letter you used. 

You will be asked to verify that the information is still accurate and, if not, you will have the opportunity to edit. You will also have to answer any supplemental questions, attach documents as requested in the Application Instructions of the posting and read the certification and certify and submit your application.

Can I save an application in the middle of creating it and come back later?

Yes, you will be able to save the application when you are applying for a specific position, you may save and return later by clicking “Save Changes.” Please remember that unless you complete the application process by the guaranteed consideration date your application may not be considered. 

Edit your application 

To edit the application before submitting, log into your  candidate home account  with your username and password. Click on “Candidate Home” and scroll down to “My Applications”. You will see your active and inactive applications, the status of the applications. Under “Action”, you can select to continue the pending application, view the application or delete the application. 

Click “Save Changes” on each screen until you get to the end. On the final screen click “Submit” to submit your application. 

Please note that once you submit your application, you will no longer be able to edit your application.  

After the position closes, you will no longer be able submit your application or view the job description.

How long does my application remain active in the system?

Each application is active until the candidate is notified through their Candidate Home page that they are no longer under consideration, the position has been filled, or the posting has been withdrawn.

Will I be asked to attach a resume or cover letter?

Professional and Scientific and Faculty positions require you to attach a resume and cover letter. You will be asked to attach documents as you go through the online application process. Additional documents may be required per posting application instructions.

PDF documents are recommended. Please note the maximum document size is 5MB. Alternatively, during the application process you can select to manually enter your employment and education history or parse from an attached resume.

Will I be asked to attach reference information?

Faculty postings will request a list of references including contact information (e.g., name, email, relationship, phone number) to be uploaded as a PDF. For all other positions, references will be requested as needed.

How do I attach a document?

After clicking "Apply to this Job", you will have the opportunity to upload documents. If you select "Autofill with a Resume", you will be asked to upload a resume before you can continue. If you select "Apply Manually" or "Use My Last Application", you will be asked if you would like to upload your documents at the end of the application process.

After clicking that button and completing the Employment History section, Applicant Documents will appear. The online employment site accepts documents in Microsoft Word or Adobe Acrobat (PDF) format, of a file size less than 5 MB.

Can I attach a different resume for each position I apply to?

Yes, if the position you are applying to requires a resume you will be able to choose which documents to attach when you are in the “Applicant Documents” section of each application. If you have previously applied to a posting at Iowa State University and have used our system to upload documents, the system will give you the option to use a previously uploaded document. However, if you wish to upload a new document, you can name and choose a file from your computer to submit.

To whom do I address my cover letter?

Please refer to the Posting Announcement. If a contact person is listed, please address the letter to that person. If no contact person is listed, please address your letter to “To Whom It May Concern” or “Search Committee Members”. 

How do I edit my application after I have already applied?

Once you submit your application, you can no longer make any changes to the application.

If you would like to make changes on you application, contact [email protected] . Applicants can only apply once to a position so please do not withdraw your application if you need to make a correction as you will not be able to reapply.

How do I verify my application materials were received or check the status of my application?

Log into your candidate home account with your username and password. Click "Candidate Home" and scroll down to "My Applications" to display a list of active and inactive applications. Here you can view the posting and the status of your application. You can also view the documents you have attached for each position.

Once you have successfully submitted your application, your My Application Status will indicate that your application has been successfully submitted. Y ou will also receive an email confirming that you have applied.

When will I know if I am selected for an interview?

The hiring department will generally contact you by phone or email to request an interview. If your contact information has changed, please log into your candidate home account , click on "Candidate Home", scroll down the page and click "Update Contact Information". To change your email address, click "Edit Account Settings" and enter your updated email address.

If you need assistance email  [email protected].  You can log into your candidate home account ,  to check the status of your application and view the posting. Please note that once the posting has expired and is no longer posted on the website, you will not be able to view the posting language. We encourage you to make a copy of the posting language and save it to your personal files.

What does “No Longer Under Consideration” or “Position Filled” mean?

This means that the department has proceeded with the selection of other applicants at this time. We appreciate your interest and hope that you will continue to monitor ISU job opportunities at  www.jobs.iastate.edu. 

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Career Guide: How to write a good cover letter

Kelly Schiro September 19, 2014

The amount of people who don’t take cover letters seriously is surprising. From an employer’s point of view, cover letters are crucial in narrowing down potential candidates for a job or internship.

While a resume and cover letter don’t guarantee a job, they get you a step closer, by getting you an interview.

Taren Crow, Director of Liberal Arts and Sciences Career Services said, “Cover letters give you a chance to communicate in a paragraph format, which is different from a resume.”

Crow believes a good cover letter is well organized and the paragraphs flow. In cover letters, people can showcase their highlights and skills, show their writing style and tell employers why they are a good fit for the company.

Crow said that they should be tailored to the position you’re applying for and include skills and experiences that employers might look for, why you want the position and how the employer will benefit.

Proofreading cover letters is crucial in the writing process.

“Definitely proofread it, read it over out loud, see how it sounds and then bring it to somebody who has expertise in that area,” Crow said.

It’s a good idea to have several people look over a cover letter. They could be family, friends, advisors or even a college career center.

“We all know the different industries that we work with and we know their preferences for cover letters,” Crow said.

Look out for upcoming workshops from your college career center. Students can also make appointments at anytime.

Another great person to look over cover letters is an industry professional or a hiring manager who looks at cover letters frequently.

“I’ve seen thousands of resumes, I’ve interviewed hundreds of people and I’ve hired dozens of people,” Michael Kaplan, hiring manager of 25 years.

Kaplan gives many presentations to student organizations in major Iowa colleges (UNI and Iowa). Presentation topics range from resumes, LinkedIn, Career Fairs, interviewing and cover letters.

“I’m going to give a cover letter about 30 seconds tops, before I decide it its going to go any further,” Kaplan said.

In those 30 seconds, Kaplan looks for evidence that the student read the job posting, any spelling or grammatical errors and an area where the student makes the case they have the needed skills.

Evidence for reading the job posting or spelling and grammatical errors limits about 30-40 percent of applications, Kaplan said.

If a student can’t convince Kaplan that they’re qualified and can communicate that effectively, then they won’t be considered for an interview.

“The cover letter is really the opportunity for the student to provide their unique value proposition of why I should keep going,” Kaplan said.

Kaplan suggests students have a brief opening, a body with three to five bullet points explaining skills and experiences and a brief closing.

He also emphasized the importance of tailoring the cover letter to the company. In the past, he has received generic cover letters that were sent to multiple companies and received some with the wrong company name on them.

If students want to contact Kaplan or have him present at an organization, e-mail him at [email protected] .

Dr. Rachel Azima, Director of the Writing and Media Center (WMC), said that consultants look to see if students are being specific enough, providing enough detail and showing rather than telling.

In a cover letter, Azima thinks students shouldn’t just say they work well in teams, but rather give an example of when they were part of a team for a project.

Azima suggests students include what position they’re applying for, why they’re interested and in the body of the cover letter include why they’d be a successful candidate.

“The cover letter should cover things not in the resume and highlight things that students don’t want employers to miss,” Azima said.

While Azima encourages students to seek help from career services, the WMC is always willing to lend another pair of eyes.

“If students want to brainstorm ideas or just have another pair of eyes to look at their cover letters, we’re happy to do that,” Azima said.

Students can make an appointment with a WMC consultant on their website. Azima said it also helps if the students know what they want to talk about at the appointment.

After writing a cover letter, it’s best to have several different places look over it. Career services, industry professionals and the WMC are all good places to start.

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Employment Authorization Options

It is important that you are informed of the immigration authorizations available to you as an international student. For F-1 and J-1 students, there are employment authorizations available to you so you can pursue the dream internship or full-time opportunity!

F-1 Employment Authorization Options

F-1 students have different authorizations available depending on whether they are currently a student or if they have finished their degree program. As an F-1 student, you are eligible to work in internships and co-ops through CPT, and also you may be eligible to work 1-3 years after graduating without requiring sponsorship through OPT and the STEM OPT extension. Below are the ISSO resources for you to better understand your employment authorization options:

Immigration Overview Presentation

Curricular Practical Training

Optional Practical Training  

Optional Practical Training STEM Extension  

J-1 Employment Authorization Options

J-1 students must have Academic Training (AT) in place before engaging in any off-campus employment. There are two types of AT available -- pre-completion AT and post-completion AT. Below is the ISSO resource for you to better understand AT: 

Academic Training

Iowa State University Career Services

Career Services is a free resource for you as a student, covered by your student fees. They can provide feedback on your resume, review your cover letter, and help you prepare for an interview. 

• Agriculture and Life Sciences Career Services
• Business Career Services
• Graduate Business/MBA Career Services
• Graduate College Career Services (Interdisciplinary/Interdepartmental Graduate Studies & Postdocs)
• Design Career Services
• Engineering Career Services
• Human Sciences Career Services
• Liberal Arts and Sciences Career Services
• Veterinary Career Services

International Friendly Companies

Below are lists of employers where international students have been successful at finding internships and full-time positions. These lists are not exhaustive, but can be used as a starting point when looking for companies that are willing to hire international students.

CPT Employers

OPT Employers

Disclaimer: These are companies that have hired international students previously. However, company practices can change over time. We cannot guarantee that all companies listed accept international student applicants.

Advocating for Yourself with Employers

Prospective employers may not be aware of the options available to F-1 and J-1 international students. At some point, you may need to explain to an employer of the options that you have as an international student. Below are some guides that provide an overview of employment authorizations tailored for the prospective employer:

Networking and Identifying International Friendly Companies Presentation

Job and Internship Seeking Tips

F-1 Employment Authorization Infographic

Employers' Guide to Hiring International Students

Job Search Tools and Resources

CyHire allows students to view internship and job postings posted by employer who especially want to hire ISU students. Be sure to check CyHire regularly, as new postings appear frequently. Information is also available on CyHire about upcoming career fairs, employer information sessions, and on-campus interviewing.

Big Interview

(access big interview through  cyhire  under the jobs tab on the left side of the website. check out this guide for accessing big interview. ).

Big Interview allows you to complete tutorials, practice your interviewing skills, and receive immediate feedback on your answers and delivery through artificial intelligence.

GoinGlobal: Career Guides by Country, U.S. City, and H-1B Database

(access goinglobal through  cyhire  under the jobs tab on the left side of the website. check out this guide for accessing goinglobal.).

GoinGlobal is especially helpful for students wanting to relocate outside of Iowa and/or international students searching for employers who have petitioned to sponsor international students in the past.

H-1B Checker

(this is a chrome extension for linkedin.).

H-1B Checker allows you to identify employers that have provided sponsorship. Note, we cannot guarantee that the information is accurate, but it may be a useful tool. 

Tips for Marketing Yourself

This resource provides some helpful suggestions on how to navigate the job search process. This resource was created by Liberal Arts and Sciences Career Services.

Protect Yourself from Scams

Unfortunately, students may stumble upon fraudulent employers in their job search. Below are a few red flags that may indicate a potentially fraudulent employer:

• Employer websites that are vague with no examples of client work, contact information or social media accounts.
• Job activities that do not match the description the employer provided to the school.
• A job’s physical location does not look suitable for the employment and/or does not match the address listed on the Form I-983, “Training Plan for STEM OPT Students.”
• A relatively unknown or unfamiliar employer that hires a large group of F or M students from a school.
• The work is done remotely and/or through apps such as WeChat.

If in doubt if a company is legitimate, contact your Career Services Office or International Student Advisor for assistance. 

Read more on SEVP's  Recognize the Signs of a Potentially Fraudulent Employer webpage . 

College of Human Sciences

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Admissions Process

Students interested in pursuing graduate studies in Food Science and Technology must: 

• Meet the Iowa State University Graduate College admission standards and requirements ,  
• Secure a letter of commitment from a Food Science and Technology faculty member 
• Apply for admission using the electronic application form
• Be accepted by the Food Science and Technology Graduate Admissions, Recruitment, and Advisory Committee.   

To obtain a letter of commitment, interested students should apply for an open research or assistantship position and submit the materials required for the position using the contact information provided in the position description.  Participating faculty will review the materials and contact applicants. 

The following materials will be required when submitting the electronic application form: 

• Iowa State University Graduate College Application  
• Letter of Commitment indicating degree pursued, the extent of financial support, and duration of support 
• Nonrefundable application fee 
• Official academic transcripts from each college or university currently or previously attended. (Official transcripts from Iowa State University are not required.) 
• References whose names and e-mail addresses are submitted with the application form will be sent instructions on how to submit their letter electronically 
• Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) or IELTS 

Accepted candidates will be contacted by the Graduate Admissions Committee.   

Admissions Timeline

Graduate applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis contingent on the availability of open positions. To obtain a letter of commitment, interested students should apply for an open research or assistantship position and submit the materials required for the position using the contact information provided in the position description. Currently available positions can be found below, please scroll down.

Currently Available Positions

Phd student – wine chemistry – watrelot lab.

Watrelot’s lab is seeking a PhD student to work from June 2024 on the chemistry of polyphenols in grape and wine by-products.

Watrelot’s lab research focuses on improving the understanding of the chemical composition in grape varieties specifically growing in cold-climate regions. We work on the identification of the effects of some viticultural and winemaking practices on grape chemical composition, and on the development of strategies to manage the final wine perception. In addition to research, Watrelot’s Extension and Outreach work focuses on providing education on grape and wine chemistry to grape growers and winemakers from Iowa and the US Midwest region.

Two projects have been submitted to funding agencies and my lab is currently seeking a PhD student to work on the valorization of common waste products from the grape and wine industry . This project involves working with stems, and grape pomace to be used both during the winemaking process to improve quality of red wines by increasing tannins and polyphenols content in red wines, and in meat products. The main objectives of this PhD program are to develop a strategy to manipulate tannins concentration in wines, to assess the efficacy of grape pomace in meat products, as a natural antioxidant and antimicrobial, and to add a value to common grape and wine industry waste, grape stems and pomace.

The PhD student will be responsible for:

• Literature review on the common use of grape and wine industry waste, and on the effect of food and wine processing on the chemistry and stability of polyphenols
• Develop and plan the chemical characterization of phenolic compounds in stems and pomace,
• Process grapes, stems and pomace in meat products
• Analyze chemical characteristics of wines and meat products such as pH, color parameters, texture
• Characterize the composition of phenolic compounds in grape stems,
• Determine the antioxidant and antimicrobial activities of grape pomaces,
• Working in a team with other students and supervising undergraduate student
• Redaction of lab reports, and scientific manuscripts,
• Dissemination and participation at International and National Conferences

The PhD student will also be an occasional support for workshops and field day, such as set-up, dissemination of results, and survey analysis.

The candidate should have/ be:

• a M.S. degree in Food Science and Technology, Chemistry, Biochemistry or related-field
• the ability to be autonomous and work in the laboratory with other students
• rigorous, open-minded, curious, motivated, eager to learn and with a good communication skills
• the ability to be concise and to write reports, protocols, etc.
• fluent in English: oral and written
• an interest for the science of grape and wine and polyphenols

This position will begin in June 2024 and will be for 4 years until graduation in Food Science and Technology at Iowa State University.

PLEASE NOTE:  THIS IS A SELF-FUNDED POSITION Please send your CV and a cover letter explaining your interest in polyphenols chemistry, your interest in grape and wine science, and your background, before February 18 th 2024 to Dr. Aude Watrelot at [email protected]

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Cover Letters

Cover Letters often accompany your resume when applying for part-time jobs, internships, and full-time positions. If you think of your resume as offering a quick snapshot of who you are, your cover letter provides the opportunity to expand upon your experiences and connect your specific skills and knowledge to the position.

As you detail your most related experiences, don't simply repeat the bullet points on your resume. Instead, focus on the takeaway of your experiences - as a result of a particular experience, what new skills did you develop and what new knowledge did you gain? How does this connect to what the position is calling for? We want you to be confident in your cover letter - please use the following information to assist you in developing or revising your cover letter.

Getting Started

Cover Letters 101

View this  quick 60 second overview  of the basics of writing a cover letter.

What does a cover letter look like?

Not sure what information to include in your cover letter or how to format? Check out our piece-by-piece breakdown of what you need to know.

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Cover Letter Worksheet

Before you begin writing your cover letter, take some time to reflect on who you are and your experiences. Utilize this worksheet to review your experiences and jot down some notes.

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Strengths-Based Cover Letters

Integrating your top 5 themes from Strengths into your cover letter, resume, and interview

• Strengths-based Cover Letter  
• Strengths & Transferable Skills worksheet

Other Types of Cover Letters

If you’re interested in a company, but they don’t have positions currently posted, you may want to send a  Letter or email of Introduction/Inquiry  -

• Sample Letter of Introduction/Inquiry
• Sample Email of Introduction/Inquiry

We Offer Cover Letter Reviews!

If you would like to have your cover letter reviewed, please schedule a meeting with a  Career Coach or Peer Advisor ! If you have a time sensitive request, come in to the Pomerantz Career Center (C310) during drop-in hours from 10 a.m.–3 p.m. Monday–Thursday while classes are in session.

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