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Job Search Resources

Job Search Resources. Presented by: Daisy Larios , Career Services Library Assistant Drexel University Steinbright Career Development Center. Allow me to introduce myself…. Daisy Larios , Career Services Library Assistant I can direct you towards job search resources

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Job Search Resources

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  1. 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. What we will cover today: Resources available to you The Job/Co-op Search Process Your turn!

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

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

  6. The Process It’s not as scary as it sounds! It just requires staying organized and not giving up. Continue the methods ahead until success is achieved.

  7. The Job/Co-op Search Process • Define your search • Preparation • Laying the Groundwork: Networking • Finding posted positions • The Proactive Approach: Targeting Companies • I have a list of potential employers…now what? • I got an interview! Now what? • I got an offer!

  8. Define Your Search • Determine your career interests (see Career Exploration research guide) • 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?

  9. Still have no clue?? ArnieKohenand Bill Felty, Career Counselors at 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

  10. Preparation • Create your resume • Be armed with a 30 second commercial

  11. Laying the Groundwork: Networking • Networking is the art of building and sustaining mutually beneficial relationships • Join a professional association • Student organizations and chapters • Use the Encyclopedia of Associations! • Career Fairs • Employer presentations • Social networking, i.e. LinkedIn

  12. Finding posted positions • SCDC services: • SCDCOnline • OCR (on campus recruiting) • Direct Apply • EDRS • Internship search sites • Print internship directories • Vault Online Career Library • General job search websites • Industry-specific job search sites • Professional associations • Your College or Department website

  13. The Proactive Approach: Targeting Companies Directly • ES&P Archives • Print company directories • Electronic company databases Where? Company Directories Research Guide

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

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

  16. Cover Letters: Super Important! Two Types of Cover Letters: In response to a job posting: Bridge 2. A general “broadcast” cover letter Your Resume Job Description

  17. I got an interview! Now what? • Be informed- research on the company beforehand. • Databases: • Hoover’s to get a general overview • Business & Company Resource Center • Practice, practice, practice! • Business etiquette

  18. I got an offer! • 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

  19. Some Tips! • Be creative, open-minded, and flexible • Use multiple job search strategies! • Treat this like an extended research project. • Start early, stay organized, and be persistent.

  20. Questions?

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