Set up email notifications for your common keyword searches from job boards
Share application status with your career coach so he/she can leverage possible employer relationships or alumni connections
Create a tracking sheet, and follow up on all applications within 1 week
Build Your Visibility
Maintain an active HackerRank presence and profile
Attend local Meetups or Eventbrite events and make solid connections
Create business cards with your desired title, links to your GitHub, LinkedIn, and a QR code for your CV or resume
Reach out to your entire network to let them know what types of roles you're looking for
Use LinkedIn to connect weekly with 5 employees or decision-makers
Conduct 3+ informational interviews weekly with industry leaders
Follow desired companies on social media
Participate in online communities or forums related to FinTech
Contribute to online publications or blogs in the FinTech industry as a guest writer or commentator
Attend industry conferences or networking events and make connections with other professionals in the field
Join a professional organization or association related to FinTech and take advantage of any networking or professional development opportunities they offer
Collaborate with other professionals or companies in the FinTech industry on projects or initiatives
Utilize social media platforms to share your thoughts, insights, and expertise on FinTech-related topics
Consider starting your own blog or podcast to share your knowledge and experiences with others in the industry
Reach out to influencers or thought leaders in the FinTech space and ask if they would be willing to connect or collaborate on a project
Prepare for a Successful Interview
Attend a behavioral interview session
Research common behavioral interview questions, write answers, practice until your answers flow
Schedule a 1:1 mock behavioral interview with your peers or a career coach
Attend technical interview sessions
Practice whiteboard interviewing
Complete HackerRank interview preparation kit
Practice
Improve Your Skills
Take courses online (LinkedIn Learning, Udemy, etc), target your learning by researching the technology in-demand in your market
