The job search process
Preparing
for your first job in your field of interest should begin before you walk
across the stage at graduation. A successful job search starts with good
information and employment as well developed hunting skills. Being a successful
job seeker requires you to have an awareness of your goals and skills, an
understanding of the labor market and job search process for Perfect Profile.
An ideal strategy would be to test and explore your career interests along your
course of study real. Every time you start the job search process, it begins
with a self-evaluation and exploration process. Test your will to enter the
highly competitive job market by asking yourself the following six questions.
1. Do you know what you want?
You
might think that employers will appreciate your "I am ready to do
anything" approach to getting a job. However, most employers interpret
this as a sign of desperation and lack of concentration. Or you're ready to
take a picture with everything you come across. Do a self-assessment by the
identification and registration of your value, temperament, interests, skills,
accomplishments, experience and objectives.
Values:
Temperament:
Hobbies:
Skills:
Achievements:
Experience:
Goals:
If
you are not sure what kind of job you want, now is the time to work with an advisor
in the Career Development and Counseling Center, Room 121, Founders Hall. You
can make an appointment by calling (860) 343-5826. There you can spend a career
assessment test, learn how and why the information interview can help you gain
focus and discuss your specific concerns with someone who is trained to help
you.
2. Do you have experience?
Employers
are looking for evidence that you have gained experience in your field through
internships, practice, cooperatives, part or full-time jobs and even volunteer.
If you have not yet picked up this kind of experience, it is a good bet that
many of your peers and will likely have an advantage over you in the entry
level market. Do not despair if you lack experience. You can get it now or
after you graduate by performing a post-graduation internship, volunteer or
temporary work.
3. Do you know the Chosen Field?
Imagine
going in an interview, saying: "I love this area and I know a lot about
it- that's why I want to enter myself" The answers to the interviewer
saying. "Tell Interesting. me what you know. "If you were BS-ing at
that moment, you are in trouble! Once you have selected the area you plan to
work, study it thoroughly so that potential employers know that you understand.
Research the main players in the field by reading industry publications, visit
industry sites and participating in professional organizations, attend their
conferences and seminars.
4. Do you have a solid resume?
You
can be the best candidate for an entry level position in the world has ever
seen. But if you do not effectively are marketing yourself through your resume
cover letter will never know. You have to make the resume the best it can be
and adapt to each specific job you are pursuing. Contact the Development Office
and Career and pick up the document How to write a CV. If you need help with
CV, make an appointment with a counselor.
5. Can you support the claims you make on
your resume and in interviews?
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