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Dream it
An employment agency matches skills with job openings of employers or companies. There are two main types of employment agencies: recruiting services and staffing services. Recruiting services search for qualified candidates for permanent, full-‐time positions and staffing services match workers to employment. The employer generally pays the fees charged by employment agencies so there is usually no cost to you. However, before you work with any employment agency, make sure you inquire about cost.
What is your dream career & why?
Although a dream career may not be plausible while still in high school, applying for and obtaining a job in a related field is an opportunity. Job acquisition is rapidly changing as technology advances but basic steps start with searching and applying.
Job openings can be found in many places including:
• Online • Mobile Applications • Employment Agencies • Newspapers • Networking
Get it There are several places online to search for job openings, including: company websites, job boards, association websites, and search engines.
A job board is the most common tool used to search on the Internet. A job board is often referred to as a “job bank”. One of the most advertised job banks is Monster.com, but the most advertised is not always the best. To get started with job boards simply use a search engine.
Many mobile applications allow for curated searching as well. Job Finder or Job Search by Indeed is recommended.
Advanced Level
When you are looking for employment, your short-‐term goal is most likely to get a job. However, anytime you're looking for a job also think long-‐term by considering how the job will contribute to your dream career. Begin your job search by asking yourself a few questions regarding your long-‐term career type. What type of career would you like to have? What current openings fit your dream career? How can this job search contribute to your career?
Get a Job
You only get one chance to make a first impression
Get the job
Find & Apply
Resume & Cover Letter
Interview & Thank
You
Find it
2.3.6.F1
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Get a Job
Job Application A job application is a written request for employment typically on a specific form provided by the potential employer. Employers use a job application to learn about your qualifications and compare you to other applicants.
To acquire a job application, go directly to the potential employer, request an application via phone or email, or complete the application online. If picking up in person dress professionally, be polite and ask the best time to submit the application.
Visit www.careeronestop.org for job application tips.
Always list position desired or department
you would like to work for.
Listing your social security number can put you at risk for identity theft. Instead write will be given at interview.
Ensure your email looks professional. Your Job Application
leaves a lasting impression.
The job application leaves a lasting impression. Be neat, use a black pen or type and leave nothing blank. If an answer does not apply to you write NA, which stands for not applicable. Listing negotiable for salary or start dates is acceptable and shows that you did not skip any parts on the application.
Get it
Newspapers have a job section in the classifieds where employers can place job ads. It’s a great place to look for jobs in a geographical area. Online version of newspapers are easily searchable.
Networking is something that should never be overlooked and in todays society includes social networks online. Networking involves talking to professionals either formally or informally about a desired job. A highly popular social job network is LinkedIn.
Job fairs are held by many different organizations including colleges. Job fairs are an opportunity for job seekers to speak directly to potential employers and to share career portfolios.
• Read the entire application before starting • Make additional copies of the job application in case mistakes occur • Ask references in advance
What job searching avenue do you find
most appealing? Why?
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Do Don’t
• Use a professional email address
• Give positive reasons for leaving past employment
• List items in chronological order with newest items first
• Dress professionally when picking up the application
• Take a resume with you in case you have to fill out the application on-‐site
• Follow directions
• Have a mix of references
• List your social security number
• List a girlfriend as a reference
• Use a pink or red pen
• Scribble to make changes
• Use pencil
• Take a friend with you to pick up the application
• Exaggerate the truth
• List skills or other items that are un-‐related, especially with limited space
When dropping off a job application it is suggested to also leave a resume. A resume is a summary of one’s background, experience, abilities and accomplishments. The purpose of the resume is to provide the employer with an at-‐a-‐glance look at how you can contribute. Resumes are typed and typically no more than one page.
There are many forms of resumes but often include:
Resume
Contact Information
Education
Work Experience
Honors & Awards
Activities
References
Job Application Tips
Visit
www.tinyurl.com/tctresume to
find resume examples.
Use action words in your resume. http://tinyurl.com/tctactionwords
Cover Letter A cover letter is a letter designed to introduce and expand upon a resume. Cover letters should highlight why you are an ideal candidate for the job.
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How would you answer the below interview questions:
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Interview
Be Prepared Be Professional Be Thankful
• Review common interview questions
• Research the company
• Make a list of questions you will ask
• Print a clean resume to take with you
• Go alone • Arrive 10-15
minutes early • Dress professionally
and yet to fit the job • Do not bring food or
drink • Turn off electronics
• Send a thank you letter immediately
• Call within 5 days to thank in person and find out about the status
If you want the job say so!
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Tell me about yourself. What are your strengths and
weaknesses?
Why are you interested in this position?
Once you have submitted all required materials, you will wait to learn if you were granted an interview. Not all job applicants are interviewed. The purpose of a job interview is for you and an employer to learn about one another. Interviews are most commonly completed face to face but may also be done remotely via telephone or other technology.