It's important to recognize that job search culture varies across different countries and being aware of these differences can make all the difference in landing your dream job.

The US has a unique job search culture that likely differs from the how people find jobs in your home country. For example, in some cultures, it's common for job seekers to include personal information such as their age, gender, and marital status on their resumes. However, in the U.S., this is not the norm and including such information could lead to discrimination. Additionally, in some cultures, the job search process is more formal and hierarchical, whereas in the U.S., it's more informal and networking-based.

👇🏾Use the chart below to remind yourself of some differences in US job search culture and don’t hesitate to book a session with a CodePath career coach or your own university’s career services if you’d like to practice or discuss some of these differences!

Specifics of the U.S. Job Search

Adapted from: https://wp.stolaf.edu/pipercenter/files/2013/06/Cultural-Differences-in-Job-Search.pdf