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Welcome to CGHS Career Services

As you explore the resources provided here, remember that you are part of a community dedicated to academic excellence, innovation, and making a real difference in health care. CGHS Career Services is excited to be a part of your journey and looks forward to helping you build a fulfilling career path.

Welcome once again; let's work together to turn your career aspirations into reality.


Current Offerings

  • Resume and CV Reviews
  • Cover Letter Recommendations
  • Interview Preparation
  • Curated Career Resources

Please check back regularly, as this page is continuously updated with the most current and essential career-related resources.


Connect

Are you ready to submit your CV or resume for feedback, looking for cover letter suggestions, or seeking a practice interview? For more information or to schedule an appointment, please take a few moments to complete and submit the Career Services Contact Form.

CGHS Career Services is here to support your career journey at every step.

Career Development Resources

Resumes and Curricula Vitae

The main goal for submitting a CV or resume is to land you an interview, not the job itself. These documents summarize your education, experience, skills, and qualifications relevant to the position. Initially, many employers spend very little time reviewing these documents, so customize them for each position to grab attention and boost your interview prospects.

While there's no one-size-fits-all way to write a resume or CV, the tips in the following resources can help you create a standout document that appeals to potential employers.


Cover Letters

A well-crafted cover letter serves as a strong indicator of your interest in the position you're pursuing. It showcases your qualifications, including skills, education, and knowledge needed for the job, while also highlighting your values and how well you'd fit in with colleagues and customers. Remember, your cover letter should complement your resume without duplicating detailed information.

To increase your chances of securing an interview, ensure your cover letter is well-organized and demonstrates your research into the position and the organization. The quality of your writing can play a pivotal role in determining whether you receive an interview invitation.


Interview Preparation

Preparing for a successful interview in the healthcare field hinges on a few key principles. First, thorough research about the organization and the role is paramount. Second, practice is crucial; hone your responses to common questions and anticipate situational inquiries. Third, emphasize your unique skills and experiences, aligning them with the job's requirements. Additionally, you can exhibit professionalism through appearance, punctuality, and preparedness. Finally, remember that an interview is a two-way street; ask insightful questions about the position and the workplace culture. By focusing on these aspects, you can bolster your confidence and readiness for healthcare interviews, increasing your chances of securing the job you desire.

Interested in scheduling a practice interview? Submit the Career Services Contact Form, and a representative will reach out to schedule your appointment.

Career Pursuits

Time-Sensitive Opportunities

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has diverse fellowships, internships, training, and volunteer opportunities for students and professionals. Many of these opportunities provide invaluable experience and potentially offer clear-cut paths to exciting careers with the CDC, including the National Center for Immunization and Respiratory Diseases (NCIRD). Current opportunities include:


Job Boards

Click on the headings below to access links carefully selected to support your academic and career interests; stay updated on job opportunities, requirements, and professional associations related to your career goals.

Health Administration +
Health Professions Education +
Nursing +
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Alumni Network

Welcome Alumni!

ATSU is dedicated to offering programs, activities, and services to recognize and celebrate your continued loyalty and support.

Please feel free to direct your alumni services questions to alumni@atsu.edu.

Career Search Organization and Management

CareerShift

To support your success, CGHS Career Services offers current students and alumni access to CareerShift, a robust toolkit for job search, organization, and management. CareerShift empowers you to discover companies, job opportunities, and contacts that can propel your career. With CareerShift, you can:

  • Search, store, and record job listings at all publicly posted websites, company websites, and newspapers.
  • Set job alerts.
  • Get inside contact information, including email addresses and names of ATSU alumni employees, immediately for millions of companies. Save and manage your lists.
  • Upload/ Copy and Paste as many targeted resumes and cover letters as needed or upload your current documents.
  • Work with Career Services to create unlimited e-mail campaigns with your saved contacts, resumes, and cover letters. You can choose to send your lists to yourself for a postal campaign.
  • Campaigns are automatically saved and recorded. In MY CALENDAR, you can keep notes and set reminders for follow-ups.
  • Access your confidential CareerShift account from anywhere, anytime, 24/7.

Start using CareerShift today!

  1. Navigate to http://atsu.careershift.com/
  2. Click SIGN UP NOW.
  3. Fill out the required information using your atsu.edu email address.
  4. Enter ATSU in the field for Group or School Identifier.
  5. You will be brought to your CareerShift account.

Questions specifically related to the CareerShift site can be directed to admin@careershift.com or call toll-free 888-232-0632.

Contact Us

How Can We Help You?

  • To benefit from any of our current offerings or to schedule an appointment, please connect with us by completing and submitting the Career Services Contact Form.
  • For all other questions or for additional information, please contact CGHS Career Services at: cghscareerservices@atsu.edu.
Mailing Address: Phone:

College of Graduate Health Studies
800 W. Jefferson Street
Kirksville, MO 63501
USA

+1 (660) 626-2116

Career Services is a department of A.T. Still University's College of Graduate Health Studies.