iHire’s 2024 Job Search Planner & Checklist

What's in the Planner

The step-by-step guides in the planner walk you through each phase of your job search, while the tips and checklists will help you stay organized and search with confidence. Land a job you'll love by following our 2024 job search tips and advice for:

Preparing a standout resume and cover letter
Acing any type of interview
Negotiating salary and benefits
Exploring career paths
Setting up your iHire profile to automate your search and get matched with the right jobs
Building a strong personal branding statement

How to Use iHire's 2024 Job Search Planner and Checklist

The job search planner was created to simplify your job search and give you everything you need to find your dream job. You can use it either digitally or print out a hard copy. To use the digital checklist, download and save the .pdf file to your computer or phone. After you've completed a step, just select the checkbox next to it to cross it off your list. Don't forget to save the document before closing.

If you want a HARD COPY of the checklist, download and print the .pdf. Keep the digital version handy so that you can access the helpful job seeker resources and tips that are provided.

Strategies for Finding the Right Job That Matches Your Skills & Passions

Finding a job can feel like a full-time job on its own, but there are ways to make it easier on yourself. We provide job search strategies for every phase of your hunt, from the preparation stage and clarifying your career objectives to social media, networking, and utilizing all the avenues available to you.

Easy-To-Use Resume, Cover Letter, and Email Templates

No one really likes writing a resume or cover letter... and now you don't have to! Find templates for three different types of resumes, a cover letter, and any type of email you'll need to send throughout your job search.

Common Interview Question Prep

Do you know how to answer, “Tell me about yourself?” How about, “What are your strengths and weaknesses?” Find strategies for answering the most common interview questions and be prepared for anything the interviewer might throw at you (or interviewers if it's a panel). Either way, we've got you covered. You'll even find great questions to ask the interviewer yourself!

Salary Negotiation Tips and Scripts

Negotiating salary and making counteroffers can make anyone nervous. The Job Seach Planner has helpful tips and tricks to boost your confidence and arm yourself with the information you need to make a persuasive argument for a bump in pay.