International Job Search Resources

1. International Job Search Resources Presented by: Daisy Larios, Career Services Library Assistant Drexel University Steinbright Career Development Center

2. Allow me to introduce myself… • Daisy Larios, Career Services Library Assistant • I can direct you towards job search resources • I am available for individual consultations. • Webpage: http://www.library.drexel.edu/careers • Email: dl423@drexel.edu • Phone: 215-895-6843 • Why are you here?

3. Resources • Careers Collection • Where: on main floor of Hagerty Library • What: Any- and everything career-related • When: Whenever the library is open • How: Use the library catalog, browse the shelves, or ask a librarian

4. Resources • Careers Services Library Assistant page • Where: http://www.library.drexel.edu/careers • What: • Contact info • Research guides • Careers blog • Schedule of workshops • Vault Career Insider

5. Vault Career Insider Free personal registration is required to access this resource!

6. Vault Career Insider • Research companies, industries, and professions • Download full PDFs of Vault Career Guides • Get career advice, sample resumes and cover letters, and much more!!

7. The Process It’s not as scary as it sounds, but it does take work. Continue the methods ahead until success is achieved.

8. The International Job Search Process For co-ops: Meet with Susan Braun, International Co-op Manager, or attend Co-op Abroad Workshop. To make appt: 215-895-2185

9. Tip: See the Career Exploration research guide Define Your Search • Determine your career interests • Conduct informational interviews • Ask yourself: • What type of job do I want? • What industries are I interested in working in? • Where, geographically, do I want to work?

10. Still have no clue?? Career Counselorsat the Steinbright Career Development Center To schedule an appointment call (215) 895-2185 • They provide individual consultations and career advice based on career reports generated through aptitude and personality tests

11. FYI: The SCDC has scholarships and stipends available for international co-op for Japan, Crete, Ireland, India, Israel, and Italy. Preparation and Research • Be armed with a 30 second commercial • Do research • Visa, work permits • Employment trends, industries • International business etiquette, cultural differences • Create your CV/resume

12. Job Search Strategies Networking Work placement programs An “independent” search: Applying to posted positions Targeting companies

13. Laying the Groundwork: Networking • Networking is the art of building and sustaining mutually beneficial relationships

14. Networking: Expanding Your Network • Join a professional association • Student organizations and chapters • Use the Encyclopedia of Associations! • Use LinkedIn

15. Networking: Meet Potential Employers http://www.drexel.edu/scdc/events/index.html • Steinbright Career Development Center • Career Fairs • Employer presentations • Check out your college or department website!

16. International job search options Work placement programs An “independent” job search • Provide work placement according to your interests • Often includes housing, on-the-ground support, and assistance with visa or work authorization (varies) • Can be paid or unpaid • You pay a fee. It can be anywhere from $500 to thousands of dollars • You will need to figure out housing, visa, and work authorization • Can be unpaid or paid • You do most of the research and work yourself, so there is no fee! • Knowledge and/or fluency in the native language is usually expected

17. Job Search Resources Finding work placement programs Finding international jobs/companies • Work placement organizations • Work placement organization directories • SCDC services • International job listings • Job listings by country • Leads from your networking • Professional associations • Targeting companies directly

18. The Proactive Approach: Targeting Companies Directly • Step 1: Determine appropriate industry codes • Choose from suggested codes • Use D&B to find a company’s code • Keyword search: http://www.census.gov/eos/www/naics • Step 2: Generate a list of potential employers using our electronic company databases • Uniworld • Business & Company Resource Center

19. Your turn! Use the Worksheet to create a list of potential employers using the library databases we just went over.

20. I have a list of potential employers…now what?? • Research the company website. • Use multiple job search strategies! • Apply for posted positions advertised on the website. • Use your network to identify contacts and potential leads in the company. • Cold calling- by phone and email. Tip: Look for terms like: Careers, Employment Opportunities, Internships, Staff Directory, Contact Us, Human Resources. Tip: Use the Calling a Company Phone Script!

21. Contacting Companies • Have a phone strategy- ask to speak to someone in your area of expertise to discuss the possibility of arranging an internship • Don’t discount the value of a phone call (especially long-distance phoning!) • If you get turned away: • “Can I send you my resume and cover letter for you to keep on file just in case something comes up?” • Offer yourself as a fill-in candidate to replace other interns if they drop out last-minute

22. Cover Letters: Super Important! • Two Types of Cover Letters: • A general “broadcast” cover letter • In response to a job posting: • A cover letter demonstrates your communications skills and how well you read the job description. Your Resume Job Description

23. What Happens Next? I got an interview! I got an offer! • Be informed- research company beforehand. • Try Business & Company Resource Center • Practice, practice, practice! • Business etiquette • For co-ops: Stay in close contact with your co-op coordinator. You still need to submit the proper paperwork! • For full-time jobs: Begin researching salaries for salary negotiation

24. Some Tips! • Be creative, open-minded, and flexible • Use multiple job search strategies! • Treat this like an extended research project

25. More tips…from fellow students! • “Search, search, and search while networking.” • “It is doable. Work must go in but it is well worth it.Start early and funnel options down to focus yourself on the few possibilities that you wish, and that can materialize.” Questions?