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Launch an Effective Job Search

Launch an Effective Job Search. Workshop Goals. Learn pieces of a job search Gain a realistic view of this job search process Identify your priorities Organize your plan Know the steps Maximize your ICC resources Understand best strategies. Job Search C hecklist. Know yourself

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Launch an Effective Job Search

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  1. Launch an Effective Job Search

  2. Workshop Goals • Learn pieces of a job search • Gain a realistic view of this job search process • Identify your priorities • Organize your plan • Know the steps • Maximize your ICC resources • Understand best strategies

  3. Job Search Checklist • Know yourself • Organize search plan & a “Plan B” • Research • Building needed skills/experience • Marketing tools: resume & cover letter • References • Networking • Interview skills • Negotiation • Uncover open positions & apply

  4. Reality Check • It only takes 1 job offer~! • Could take 6-9 months • 80% of all jobs are never advertised • network to access hidden job market • It is not a matter of if, but when you’ll get a job • Applying is not making a decision • It’s a numbers game - 15 “No-s”: 1 “Yes” • Rejections are not a reflection of your competency

  5. Reality Check • Avoid unrealistic expectations- “I must find the perfect job!” • Avoid negative or stressful sources/people • You are not the only person without a plan • Job descriptions are wish lists • Not your job to determine if you are qualified

  6. Identifying Your Priorities & Needs • Location • Salary • Work Environment • Career Goals & small steps towards goals • Timeline • Housing • Community & Family • Support • Interests/Values • Cost of Living • Further Education or Promotion

  7. Short-term Planning • Having a Plan “B” will Ease Anxiety! • Think of your worst fears, and create plans to address it • If you don’t have a perfect job, work in an imperfect job with career building or other opportunities • Separate source of income from career-related goals • volunteer, stay active, network and learn new skills • Know your financial requirements & cost saving options • Remain transparent about your job search goals

  8. Create a Strategy • Plan to spend 20 – 30 hours/week • Determine number of hours/week for each activity • Identify manageable goals for each day, week, or month • Find a location that allows you to be productive • Organize records for each company you apply to: • Copy of job posting(s) • Copy of resume/cover letter(s) • Company research, notes • Contact • Dates • Questions

  9. Stick to a Schedule • Allocate blocks of time for: • On-line job applications • Follow up phone calls • Expanding your personal network • Connecting with family & friends • Recreation • Household responsibilities • Volunteer work/community service

  10. Job Search Schedule

  11. Create a Job Search Log

  12. Know Your Resources • Informational Interviews • Networking • California Career Zone http://www.cacareerzone.org/ • Occupational Outlook Handbook: http://www.bls.gov/ooh/ • Professional Association web sites/meetings • ICC Advising • Assessments • Aggie Job Link (Resume Books, Mock Interviews, etc.) • Linked In • One Stop Career Centers • Libraries

  13. Maximize ICC Resources • ICC Alumni Services: • Aggie Job Link (AJL) • Mock/Practice Interviews • Internship and Career Fairs • Workshops • Networking Events • ICC Website • Appointments & 1-on-1 advising (for 1 year after graduation)

  14. Aggie Job Link • What AJL can do for you? • Jobs & Internships • Professional Network • Resume Books • Career Fairs (employer lists) • On-campus Recruiting • Mock/Practice Interviews

  15. Searching for Jobs on AJL • You can search for jobs by several criteria • Qualifications • Major • Industry • Key word • Location • Employer name • Position type • Keep account updated • Your account will manage your applications • Resume, cover letter, transcript, etc.

  16. Maximize ICC Resources • Database of professionals available for informational interviews • Identify employees in companies of interest to you

  17. Internship and Career Fairs • Fall, Winter (2) and Spring 2014-15 quarters: • October 15th • January 14th • February 25th • April 16th • Search companies based on key words/ interests months before event • RSVP or submit resume to specific companies in advance

  18. Resume Books • Employers call to request Resume Books weekly • Opt in based on your graduation year

  19. Searching for Job Postings • Linked In • Company Sites • Google “jobs for….” • Federal & State City & County Jobs • Temporary Agencies (Lab Support, Kelley Scientific, etc.) • Free Job Sites & Boards • Professional organizations (BayBio, AICPA, etc.) • International Jobs • AmeriCorps • ICC Alumni tab: http://iccweb.ucdavis.edu/alumni/Jobsearch.htm

  20. Additional opportunities • Volunteer • http://www.volunteermatch.org/ • United Fund/United Way • Network • Professional Development • Temp Agencies • Expand your geographic or career focus • Professional Associations/local chapters/conferences • Ask your local reference librarian • http://iccweb.ucdavis.edu/alumni/jobsearchstrategies.htm

  21. Responding to Job Postings • Read all detailed instructions • Send a cover letter even if not requested • Follow up to make sure your resume was received • Politely inquire about hiring process timing • Make an ally of the Human Resources rep or receptionist • Thank you notes & phone calls matter • Be politely persistent

  22. Identifying References • Ask permission and be strategic • Ask your references if they are willing to provide a strong, supportive recommendation • NO family, friends or peers • List 3-5 people with whom you have worked, volunteered or interned • i.e. faculty, current or former supervisors and/or campus staff • Pick individuals who can speak to relevant skills • Share your resume & your goals with references

  23. ICC Tips • Be creative; look for contacts & job leads where others are NOT looking • Avoid isolation- find a job search buddy to set goals and be accountable to • Thank everyone who helps you! • (A brief email update is appreciated by all!)

  24. ICC Resources • Website: Alumni tab • Calendar of Events: http://iccweb.ucdavis.edu/pdf/POE/ • AJL • Info Sessions with Employers • Advising • Internship and Career Fair • Mock/Practice Interviews @ AJL • Community Service Resource Center • Career Library 215 South Hall • ICC Mail: List serves • On-Campus Interviews • Webshops • Career Resource Manual

  25. THANK YOU! UC Davis Internship and Career CenterOpen Mon-Fri 10:00 am – 4:00 pm, South Hall 2nd floorSummer Drop-In Advising:Mon-Thurs, 1:30 – 3:30 pmAppointments with Coordinators Available:Call (530) 752-2855Visit icc.ucdavis.edu

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