How to: Switch careers

Network

Create a clear, focused networking message and start outreach for your new career.

• Write a short script or email template to use with contacts using the steps on Elevator speech.
• Use tips and links from Take your network online to ensure your social media promotes your qualifications for your new career.
• Find professional associations to join for professional development opportunities and networking contacts.;
• Now you're ready to reach out to your network for contacts and job leads related to your new career focus.

Back

Congratulations! You've completed the steps to switch careers. Now you're ready to start job hunting.

Next steps

• For in-person help with resumes and searching for jobs in your new field, find your nearest American Job Center.
• Check out the Job Finder to search online job postings in your area.
• Want more job search ideas? Use the steps in the Find a job now Guide or follow a detailed process to Create a job search plan.&