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Identifying Job Opportunities

Identifying Job Opportunities. This module consists of three individual lessons:. Part 1: Internet Part 2: Networking Part 3: Job Fairs. Primary Points. Use the Internet to search for and identify job opportunities Define networking and create a networking list

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Identifying Job Opportunities

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  1. Identifying Job Opportunities This module consists of three individual lessons: • Part 1: Internet • Part 2: Networking • Part 3: Job Fairs Identifying Job Opportunities

  2. Primary Points • Use the Internet to search for and identify job opportunities • Define networking and create a networking list • Create a to-do list for a job fair you want to attend Identifying Job Opportunities

  3. What You Need • An error-free resume that accurately reflects your abilities and is appealing to prospective employers • A cover letter (or e-mail) that expresses your interest in the posted job • To work hard at finding a job --- so that finding a job becomes your job. • A positive attitude! Identifying Job Opportunities

  4. The Internet Search Windows Identifying Job Opportunities

  5. Search Techniques • Search by job title (e.g., Sales Associate or Administrative Assistant) • Search by key word or phase (e.g., data entry) • Search by sector or field as well as by job title, location, education, hours, etc. Identifying Job Opportunities

  6. Useful Web Sites Identifying Job Opportunities

  7. Posting Resumes on Web SitesPros and Cons Identifying Job Opportunities

  8. Email Your Resume • Copy and paste your cover letter or a brief note into the message box. • Use spell check to avoid careless mistakes. • Click on the icon for attachment. • Select and add your resume. Identifying Job Opportunities

  9. Sample Electronic Resume Identifying Job Opportunities

  10. Job Tracking Sheet Identifying Job Opportunities

  11. Networking • A network is your group of contacts • It can consist of co-workers (past and present), classmates, neighbors, family members. • Be willing to call or meet with people! A network is made up of all the people you have ever met, served, or worked with. Identifying Job Opportunities

  12. Sample Network List – Work It! Identifying Job Opportunities

  13. Informational Interviewing? • Interviews with people doing the job that you want to do. • Short meetings are best, at their convenience • www.quintcareers.com/information_interview.html Identifying Job Opportunities

  14. Sample Informational Questions: • Tell me how you got into your current position? • What are the biggest challenges for someone in this type of job? • What is your advice for someone entering this field? • What skills are most important for success in this field? Identifying Job Opportunities

  15. Job Fairs - Preparation • Know the employers attending, and the skill sets that they are seeking. • Dress professionally and bring resumes. • Have 30 second intro of self ready Identifying Job Opportunities

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