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Make a list of contacts you have made to this point in your education and career. Don’t be afraid to ask these people for suggestions for placement. Be proactive in collecting contact information and letters of reference from those who are willing to give you a recommendation. This is a process you should continue throughout your career.

Though it may seem that there will be time to do this later, people move, professors get new jobs, and OD’s retire. Getting contacts promptly is a way to create a sense of commitment and build a support network for your career.

At the same time, flexibility is important. Few people have the opportunity to make their career unfold exactly as they conceive it, but it is important to start with a plan.

• Lean on the career center of your institution. Most schools have professionals whose job is to assist you.
• Look at the CVs of graduates who have been successful in their job search and model your materials after those.
• Have someone else proofread your  writing. It is difficult to spot errors or inconsistencies that you wrote because you know what you are trying to say.
• Don’t be afraid to consult a resume writing service or call on ETS Vision for guidance.

Ultimately, you are looking for just one opportunity. The right one is out there, and you are not the first Optometrist to face this challenge. Everyone you meet has gone through the same process at one time in their careers.