JOB SEARCHING

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After you've chosen a career and gained some experience, your next step is to begin your job search. If you want to be successful, follow the steps below.

Six basic steps to finding a job:

Make an appointment with a career counselor.  A career counselor will assist you in creating a plan of action for your job search. | Talk to a Career Counselor

Keep your job search focused.  Determine what type of job you are looking for and tailor your résumé to the job. 

Identify opportunities.  Take advantage of College Central, our online job board, to post your résumé and see what jobs are available. | Go to College Central

Target your résumé and cover letter.  Producing an excellent résumé and cover letter are the basic requirements for a successful job search.  Review the handouts on résumé and cover letter writing.  Have a Career Counselor critique your résumé and cover letter to offer helpful suggestions.

Know how to interview and follow up.  The résumé might get you the interview, but it is the interview that will get you the job! Take advantage of the “Moc” Interview Days or make an appointment with a Career Counselor to do a mock interview. Thank-you notes are essential. There is a right way to follow up. | More about Interviewing Techniques

Accepting an offer. Getting a job offer is very exciting!  If you have questions about this process, make an appointment with a career counselor, who will assist you with the intricacies of accepting an offer.

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The Career Center is here to assist you. Contact us for help with any issue related to transitioning into a successful career.