Whether you a passively perusing job boards, or actively in a search, keeping your top roles and jobs applications organized takes a lot of work. Applying for jobs can feel overwhelming, especially when every posting asks for something slightly different, and advice online often focuses on volume over intention.
The Intentional Application Toolkit is designed to help you slow down, get clear, and apply strategically, not reactively.
Created by a higher education professional with 15+ years of experience supporting candidates through competitive processes, this toolkit helps you move through each stage of the application process with focus and confidence.
This toolkit is for you if:
- You want to submit fewer, stronger applications
- You’re navigating higher education or other mission-driven roles
- You struggle to articulate what you bring to a role — on paper or in conversation
- You want your applications, interviews, and follow-ups to feel aligned and intentional
What’s Included
- 20-Page Guide: A comprehensive, strategy-first guide walking you through the job search process with clarity and confidence. It includes an informational interview framework, step-by-step instructions, and FAQs for every tool.
- Job Application Tracker: A clean, easy-to-use tracker to help you stay organized, spot patterns, and reduce application fatigue.
- Pre-Application Worksheet: A guided worksheet to help you clarify what the organization values, identify what you uniquely bring, articulate problems you can help solve, and build the foundation for your cover letter and interview preparation.
- Thank-You Note Template: A strategic, customizable template that helps you reinforce your strengths, reference meaningful moments from interviews, and leave a strong, professional impression after the conversation ends.
Why This Toolkit Is Different
This isn’t about hacks, or shortcuts, or tips for mass-applying. It’s about thinking like a strong candidate, showing up prepared, communicating your value clearly, and approaching the job search with intention and confidence.
These tools are intended to help you be strategic in your search - spending time and energy in the right places to get you to your ideal job offer without burning out in the process.
Testimonials
Elizabeth’s job seeker toolkit is a comprehensive and adaptable one-stop shop that makes the job search process feel far more manageable. Since every application requires time and thoroughness, the Pre-Application Worksheet helps you think through your career story and ensures each application is intentional and well-crafted. The Excel Application Tracker keeps me organized and accountable throughout the process. The Informational Interview Questions are a great resource in helping me prepare for any interviews or networking conversations, to help me sound confident and well prepared. I would highly recommend this toolkit to anyone looking to make a career move!
- Vanessa G
Two things I found very helpful: Advice on the Job Application Tracker to save the Job Description as a PDF. A small tip, but vital. Additionally, I found the thank you template very useful, allowing the writer to be specific when reflecting on their interview.
- Cara S.
The tools are so helpful. They offer direction and help add clarity to your search. The sample questions offer you an opportunity to think deeper about what you want in a new employer. Having those casual conversations were so helpful in building my network.
- Anonymous
Elizabeth Rotolo's Intentional Application Toolkit was extremely helpful in getting my job search started. I found the Pre-Application Worksheet especially useful in determining if a role was a good fit and was pleased it made writing a cover letter straightforward as I had already done the research. Additionally, I plan on referencing the Thank You Template and Informational Interview Instructions/Questions documents for many years to come. If you are looking for guidance and support in your job search, I highly recommend the Intentional Application Toolkit.
- Maria A.
The pre-application worksheet is a great tool to help me organize my thoughts and get my “ducks in a row”. This will help me focus on key areas that I need to highlight when preparing for the application/interview.
- Anonymous
Frequently Asked Questions
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Price
1 Pre-Application Worksheet
1 Easy-to-Edit Thank You Note Template
1 Job Application Tracker