Get a Job
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Get
the job
Find &
Apply
Resume
& Cover
Letter
Intervie
w &
Thank
Find it…
Online
Newspaper
Employment
Agencies
Job Application
Get a Job
the job
Get
What is a job
application?
•
Be neat & professional
First Impression
•
Experience & skills
•
References
Shows Qualifications
Who best meets qualifications
Compares Applicants
A written request for
employment
typically on a
specific form
provided by the
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Get the Application
Virtually
•
Proofread your
writing
•
Follow directions
on prompts
In Person
•
Dress
appropriately
•
Visit during slow
hours
Complete
the
Application
Read the entire
Application
Instructions
Follow All
Use Black Pen
Print, Scan
or Type
Be Specific
Always list
most recent
experience &
education first
No
Abbreviations
(N/A may be
used)
Be Honest
Negotiable is a
Salary:
good response
Ask in advance
References
Make additional
copies of the
application in case
you make
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Tip
s
Use a professional
looking email
address
Ensure your
voicemail is
appropriate
Check your spam in
your email for
responses
Check voicemail
often
Contact
Informatio
n
Why might an email such as
Contact Information
To Do
•
Write full name
•
List phone number & email
•
Social Security number
•
Draw a straight line
•
Write “will be given upon interview”
Not to do
•
List an email that may give a
bad impression
•
Have a rude voicemail
•
Let your voicemail get full
•
Have voicemail with music
•
List Social Security number
Listing your Social Security number
Create a T Chart
& list what:
“to do”
and what
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In 2012 the average
American held over
15 jobs.
Meister, Jeanne. "Job Hopping Is the 'New Normal' for Millennials: Three Ways to Prevent a Human Resource Nightmare." Forbes. Forbes Magazine, 14 Aug. 2012. Web. 07 May 2014.
What might
job hopping
indicate to a
Changing Jobs Verbiage
To Do
•
List Changes as:
Not to do
•
List Changes as:
Create a T Chart
& list what:
“to do”
and what
“not to do”
•
Seasonal
•
Better Opportunity
•
Seasonal Employment
•
Further Education
•
Fired
•
Hated Job
•
Disliked Boss
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References
Who to List
•
Teachers
•
Coaches or Advisors
•
Former Employers
•
Counselor
•
Neighbor
•
Those you have volunteered for
Who Not to List
•
Friends
•
Girlfriend or Boyfriend
•
Relatives
•
Classmates
Create a T Chart
& list what:
“Who to”
and what
“Who not to”
Turning in your
Application
Dress
appropriately
Be prepared to
answer
questions
Follow up
within 3 days
with a phone
call
Assume you will
be interviewed on
Resume
Get a Job
Get
the job
Resume
& Cover
Cover
Letter
•
3-4 Paragraph Business Letter
•
Purpose: create interest so you
can get an interview
Resume
•
1 Page Document
•
Summary of experience, abilities,
and accomplishments
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Resume Basics
Relevance
•
Only list items related to position desired
Fluid
•
A resume changes with you
•
Update as skills are learned
Neat
•
Professional font with bold used appropriately
•
Typed
•
No staples or folds
C
om
bin
ati
on
E
xa
m
ple
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What to include in a Resume
Heading
Name, Address,
Phone number
Professional Email
Objective
State the job type, industry
One Phrase
Optional
What to include in a Resume
Education
Graduated 2015 or
Expect to Graduate 20xx
List honors courses and GPA
if GPA is above 3.0
Work History
Position Title
Name of Organization
Location & Dates
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What to include in a Resume
Honors, Activities &
Volunteer Work
Specific Name & Date
Leadership Roles
Optional
References
Available Upon Request
3 references & contact
information typed on
Cover Letter
Get a Job
Get
the job
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C
ov
er
L
ett
er
State where you learned of the job opening
Add detail and personality to resume points
Persuade the potential employer that you are
most qualified
Ask for action in the last paragraph
Cover Letter Dissection
In your small group:
Use your tools and “dissect” the cover letter
Answer Questions
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235 E. Pacific Street, Apt. 2B
San Francisco, CA 94115
May 13, 2014
Dr. Daniel Carter
Dean, General Studies Program
University of San Francisco
125 Height Street, Room 222
San Francisco, CA 94113
Dear Dr. Carter
:
Sender Address
&
Date
Name of the
Specific Person
you want to read the letter
and
Business Address
Paragraph 1-Introduction
Why are you
writing?
What job do
you want?
How did you
learn of the
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Paragraph 2-The Sales Pitch
What type of information did your
group say was included?
Evidence of
qualifications
Why the job
is desired
achievements
Highlighted
Knowledge of
Paragraph 3-Close the Deal
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Finishing Details
Thank you
4 spaces for signature
Interview
Get a Job
the job
Get
w &
Thank
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The First
Impression
Cologne
Avoid
Limit
Jewelry
Well
Interview
BEFORE
Be Prepared
DURING
Be Professional
AFTER
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B
efo
re
Review
Interview
FAQ’s
Review
requirements
Make a list of
questions to
ask
Bring:
resume,
references
Dress
professionally
Find location
Arrive 10-15
D
ur
in
g
Be
confident
No gum
courteous
Be
Firm
handshake
Make eye
contact
Turn off
devices
Ask
questions
Think
before
responding
Speak
slowly &
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Fin
al
Im
pr
es
sio
n
Restate
strengths
Let them
know if you
want the job
Be courteous
Ask when they
will make a
decision
V
irt
ua
l
In
te
rv
iew
s
•
Stand
•
Ensure volume is
okay
Phone
•
Don’t sit above
webcam
•
Ensure quality
bandwidth
•
Dress
Professionally
Online
Follow Up
Get a Job
the job
Get
Intervie
w &
Thank
After The Interview
•
Discussion generated
•
Questions left unasked
Make Notes
•
Leaves a lasting impression
•
Helps you stand out from the crowd
Write a Thank-you Letter
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Thank You Letter
Sincere appreciation
Reaffirm Interest
Emphasize how you fit their company
Type
Calling after the Interview
Wait 2-3
days
Speak to the
interviewer
Ask whether
position has
been filled
Ask for a
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Get
the job
Find &
Apply
Resume
& Cover
Letter
Intervie
w &
Thank
