How to Get Started on the ChIPs Job Board

A step-by-step guide for job seekers — from creating your account to browsing open roles.

The ChIPs Network job board connects women in tech, law and policy with employers committed to advancing diverse talent. Whether you're actively searching or just exploring, this guide walks you through everything you need to get your profile live and start discovering opportunities.

Step 1: Create Your Account

Head to the ChIPs job board and click Sign Up in the top-right corner. You'll be prompted to choose your account type. Select Job Seeker to create a candidate profile.

Step 2: Set Up Your Job Seeker Profile

Fill in the registration form with the following:

• Full name
• Email address (required)
• Password (required)
• Check the box to agree to the terms of use
• Then click Register to create your account.

💡 Tip: Already have an account? Click "Sign me in" at the top of the form to go directly to the login page.

Step 3: Build Your Resume

After registering you'll be taken to the Create New Resume form. To get started:

• Upload Your Resume — attach your resume as a PDF or Word Doc

💡 Tip: The job board will analyze your resume and populate profile fields automatically. You can edit your fields or leave them as is.

Optional: check the following fields to ensure they are correct:

• Desired Job Title — enter the role you're targeting
• Job Type — select Full Time, Part Time, etc.
• Categories — choose the practice area that fits your background (e.g., Marketing, Legal)
• Personal Summary — write or paste your summary in the rich-text editor

💡 Tip: The Personal Summary box supports rich text. Use bold headings and bullet points to organize your skills and highlights — employers can see this section directly in the candidate view.

(Optional) Step 4: Add Your Work Experience

Scroll down to the Work Experience section and fill in:

• Position title
• Employer/company name
• Start date
• Check the Present box if you're currently in the role, or enter an end date
• Description — highlight key accomplishments and impact metrics

💡 Tip: Make sure the "Let Employers Find My Resume" checkbox just above this section is checked so your profile appears in employer searches.

(Optional) Step 5: Add Your Education

Fill in the Education section with your degree(s):

• Degree or Specialty
• University or Institution
• Start and end dates

Use Add Education to add multiple entries. You can remove any entry with the Remove button. When you're done, click the Post button at the bottom of the page to publish your resume to the job board.

✓ Success!: You'll see a confirmation message: "You have successfully posted your resume." Your profile is now live and discoverable by employers on the ChIPs network.

Step 6: Browse and Apply to Jobs

Click Jobs in the navigation bar to explore open roles. Use the keyword and location search fields and filter by category or job type to narrow results. Click any listing to read the full job description, then click Apply Now to submit your application.

💡 Tip: Turn on alerts: Toggle the "Alerts for this search are on" switch at the bottom of the results page to get email notifications when new matching roles are posted.

You can manage your profile, applications and saved jobs anytime through My Account, where you'll also see how many employers have viewed your resume.