Finding the Right Job2.3.14

Step 1: Brainstorm

0Knowing what you want before you apply for jobs is important. Don’t waste your time applying for a job you won’t take once you get it.

0So, take a few minutes to brainstorm and figure out what you want/what you’re well suited for.0 What types of things did the reading suggest you

brainstorm/consider before searching for jobs?

Step 2: Search

0There are multiple ways to search for jobs and not all are necessarily job search websites.0 What were some of the places/methods the book

mentioned for job searching?

Honing in: Campus Career Services

0Not only will Career Services look over your résumé, help you practice interview skills, and hold career fairs, but they also have resources for writing job materials, including videos and handouts.

Websites

0The most likely place you’ll look for jobs is on job search websites. What are some of the sites your reading mentioned?0 Other websites not listed in the reading:

0Glassdoor.com0 Indeed.com0https://angel.co/ (GREAT for startups!)

Don’t forget to…

0Visit websites of companies you’re interested in.0 These don’t always make it to job search engines.

0Look for the “employment,” “jobs,” or “careers” link at the bottom of most websites.0 https://www.urbancompass.com/

Tips for searching

0As you start searching for jobs you’re interested in, take note of keywords you see in those jobs. Sometimes, this will help you refine your search to find more jobs relevant to your interests/background.

0Take note of things you notice like salary ranges, so when you’re asked your range by a company who doesn’t post their own, you know the salaries of comparable jobs.

More tips

0Use “Advanced Search” when it’s an option0 Try looking at newer postings first 0 Can narrow by salary estimate, can eliminate certain

keywords 0 Full time versus part time

0Recognize limitations of the interface

Informational Interviews

0What are they? 0Should you consider them? 0Will companies be amenable?0How to?

0 send inquiry (email) to Director of HR or Department head or head of whole company if small firm.

Practice

0Find a partner, and you’ll receive a handout.0Complete all items on the handout.0Then, we’ll report back to the class.