IADT Career Services

In today's marketplace for creative professionals, competition can be tough, and when a great opportunity pops up, it pays to be prepared with a polished resume and an industry-current portfolio to showcase your talent, experience and skill. At the International Academy of Design & Technology, we know how important it is for you to stand out from the crowd. That's why our Career Services department is committed to providing you with the advice, support and resources you'll need to prepare for opportunities throughout the design, fashion, and media arts and technology industries. Our support process begins as soon as you become a student and continues through graduation and beyond.

IADT's Career Services department focuses on preparing our students and graduates with job-related planning and career search assistance. Our team is dedicated to upholding the highest standards of excellence in student professional development. We know what gets the job done in today's creative workplace, and we're ready to help you with:

  • Career Development Strategies:
    IADT's trained staff will help you develop a roadmap to pursuing your professional goals. We maintain an up-to-date knowledge of current employment trends and job markets to help you plan for everything from self-promotion to "bumps in the road."
  • Job Search Strategies:
    The IADT Career Services staff will work with you to develop the skills and techniques you'll need to pursue opportunities in your field. We'll help you identify potential employers, uncover hidden job markets, connect with hiring managers and learn networking skills. The strategies we can help you develop can help give you an edge over other job applicants and take some of the stress out of the job search process.
  • Resume/Cover Letter Assistance:
    A winning resume, cover letter and portfolio can help you stand out from a crowd of creative types competing for the same opportunity. We'll help you prepare materials designed to attract potential employers and showcase your unique strengths.
  • Individual Student Consultation:
    Everyone is different. That's why IADT will develop a working relationship with you to help assess the specific approach best suited to your personality, capabilities and experience. Our coaching includes initial discovery, development of action plans and regular follow-ups to help you achieve your goals
  • Interviewing Tips:
    Interviewing doesn't need to be a dreaded, stressful experience. Career Services will provide guidance on mastering the interview process. We can share keen insights into what hiring managers will be looking for when you apply for a position. You'll develop valuable skills at communicating clearly, building rapport and gathering feedback. We'll even set up mock interview sessions, challenging you with difficult questions and helping you build the confidence to articulate and achieve your professional goals.

Employers: Visit us at Optimal Resume to post job and internship opportunities for our students and alumni.

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International Academy of Design & Technology is accredited by the Accrediting Council for Independent Colleges and Schools to award associate's degrees and bachelor's degrees. For more information on IADT's accreditation, visit the ACICS website at: http://acics.org.