Career Readiness Resources: After Graduation
Employers highly value the ability to locate and evaluate information (Head, 2012). The recent proliferation of Artificial Intelligence (AI)-generated content and misinformation have further highlighted the importance of these skills.
Finding information in a career setting can differ significantly from your college experience. This page provides practical tips for quickly locating and evaluating information, including job postings, using tools that will likely be accessible to you after graduation.
Alumni Databases
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Business Source Alumni Edition This link opens in a new windowBusiness-related research and information for UB alumni. Active UB email required.More Info
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Academic Search Alumni Edition This link opens in a new windowMultidisciplinary database for UB alumni. Active UB email required.More Info
Frequently asked questions about alumni access: Alumni FAQ
New York State Resources
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New York State LibraryAvailable to residents.
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NOVEL NYResources in this portal are available to all New Yorkers without a password as long as one is in New York State, via a NY driver or non-driver ID if not currently in New York State and/or via a Library Card.
Local Community
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UB Visitor PoliciesInformation on borrowing materials database/computer access, Friends of the University Libraries Borrower Program, and more.
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Buffalo Erie County Public Library Business ResourcesBusiness and Finance guides including Consumer Information, Grants and Grant, Personal Finance Real Estate, Property Taxes, and Foreclosures & Auctions, Small Business, Taxes, and more.
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Buffalo Erie County Public Library Job & Career ResourcesLibrary instructional videos, databases, websites, civil service exam information, resume and cover letter tips, and more.
Using Google
After graduating from UB, your access to paid scholarly databases will likely change. Because of this, it's important to learn how to locate information using freely available tools, like Google.
Google is a great tool for finding information, but the top results aren't always what you're looking for. Fortunately, there are a few tips and tricks that can help you find the best information more efficiently.
Your Public Library
Your local library might offer free computer access, business databases, a job club, resume assistance, or other help.
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Library FinderSearch for public libraries in your area.
Spotting Job Scams
Reports of job scams increased 118% in 2023 (Identify Theft Resource Center, 2024).
Don't fall victim to a scammy recruiter or job ad. Check out UBIT's Fake Job Scams webpage and the Federal Trade Commission's advice for spotting job scams to learn the warning signs.
You should also use your information evaluation skills to assess a job posting's legitimacy.
Evaluating Information
Information needs to be evaluated for accuracy, regardless of it's source. This video gives a quick overview of how you can assess information.