Job Search Academy by Indeed + Sam Houston State University

Build confidence for your job search

The Job Search Academy is a free, virtual career development program brought to you by Indeed and Sam Houston State University to help you excel in your job search. The Academy focuses on mastering the 5 key areas of the job search so you feel confident every step of the way–because everyone deserves better work.

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Academy Game Plan

Complete all five sessions to become a Job Search All-Star

Job Search

Learn 7 steps for a successful job search to help you get closer to better work with ease and efficiency.
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Resume Writing

Get tips on how to present yourself on paper to stand out to hiring managers and get your foot in the door.
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Interview Prep

Learn the 4 questions you must be able to answer to ace your interviews and show why you should be hired.
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Offer Evaluation

Learn how to evaluate opportunities and negotiate your salary to find the best job, company and pay.
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Career Direction

Get 8 career management tips to help you understand your new role and lead to better work for a lifetime.
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Sam Houston State University

Career Success Center

The SHSU Career Success Center offers both current students and alumni services for career development and readiness. This includes resume assistance, mock interviews, job & internship search assistance, LinkedIn profile assistance, career exploration & planning, and much more!

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Upgrade your job search with career tools and resources from Indeed

Find Jobs on Indeed

Find jobs on Indeed that align with your skills, experience, qualifications, interests and needs.

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Manage your Indeed Profile

Keep your Indeed profile up-to-date with your most current skills, experience and job search preferences.

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Continue leveling up with additional career resources from Indeed

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Indeed on YouTube

Watch videos that offer career tips, highlight career paths, and more.

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Indeed Career Guide

Read through articles with advice on how to find a job, write your resume and cover letter, interview, begin a new career, and negotiate salary.

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“ I found the Job Search Academy and the five short courses involved both informative and useful. I now work on keeping my resume up to date and know that it is important to keep evaluating myself and the company in which I work. Thank you, Indeed!
- Job Search Academy graduate

“ Whether you’re actively looking for a job or thinking about making a move, Indeed’s Job Search Academy puts you on the right track.
- Job Search Academy graduate

“ I signed up for these webinars with the intention of just getting some resume help and left with so much more. I can't recommend the Job Search Academy enough!
- Job Search Academy graduate

“ Each one-hour webinar is a master class that extensively covers distinct approaches, including how to find the right job, how to write an effective resume, how to win an interview, and how to evaluate which offer best suits one’s particular needs and wants.
- Job Search Academy graduate

“ The Negotiating Salary webinar/tips were very helpful. I had an interview this morning and it went very well. When we were discussing salary range, they gave their range and asked for mine. I explained why I am worth a bit more and they were receptive and could increase theirs. They are getting back to me later today.
- Job Search Academy graduate