Resourcefulness GuideKick-starting Your Job Search

Are you just looking for a paycheck or something related to your field?

Who has had a job before?If yes, how did you get it?

Outline

Looking for jobsTrackingFollow-upInterviewRecapQuiz

Looking for jobs

Career Services provides job assistance:

www.indeed.com , www.signonsandiego.com , www.backpage.com for your own search as well. Try to apply through the company’s website if possible – more direct way of submitting your info. Don’t put all your eggs in 1 basket On average, it takes 3 months to get a job, so make it your ‘job’ to find a job. Apply to at least 5

jobs everyday; set time aside specifically to look for jobs.

What do I send to the employer? ◦ Cover letter (body of email, not attachment), Resume, Samples of work (if it’s a

design/culinary/fashion job)◦ Be aware to keep your cell phone voicemail, email address, and MySpace/Facebook pages

professional!

•Resumé Reviews•Mock Interviews•Job Search Techniques•Job Fairs & Employer Visits•Tips on Negotiating•Upcoming Workshops•Networking Events•Industry Trends/Advice

1. Plan & Research

• Research companies

• Consider type or size of company?

• Check out company websites

• Be educated about the company before you apply

• Contact Information and Employment: often in AboutUs section of a website.

• Find out who to send your resume to, but try not to be too pushy.

• Be nice to the receptionist

• Never send your resume in a bulk email.

• If you send a digital copy, keep a few color-printed hard copies for the interview as well.

• Allow mentors to help you with contacts in the industry.

2. Tracking

After applying, print the job description (write the date) Keep all descriptions organized in a folder Be an investigator! Set a goal date of 2-3 weeks to get an interview.

3. Follow Up

What if you don’t hear back after applying? Refer to job descriptions you’ve applied for, follow up

every 2-3 days Strategies to follow up

◦ If you don’t have the phone #: Google the company’s name, click on website; look for the ‘contact us’ page or ‘about us’ page.

◦ If email bounces back: Google the company’s name, click on website; look for the ‘contact us’ page or ‘about us’ page.

◦ If you don’t have the contact person: Google the company’s name, click on website; look for the ‘contact us’ page or ‘about us’ page.

◦ If you don’t have the company name: look at the email address. The ‘@’ symbol usually is followed by the company’s website.

ex: john@sony.com – www.sony.com is the site you should look up. Click on website; look for the ‘contact us’ page or ‘about us’ page.

◦ Use www.411.com

4. Interview tips/Checklist

Dress appropriately Research the company• Bring several copies of

your resume • Arrive 10 minutes early • Definitely don’t be late• Don’t bring food or

drinks• Have a good answer

ready for “Why Do You want to Work Here”

• A simple thank-you goes a long way.

• Ask Career Services for a list of Mock Interview questions and suggestions of appropriate answers

Recap check-list

Follow these steps EVERY TIME you apply for a job, or go to an interview:

◦ Step 1: Plan & Research◦ Step 2: Tracking: follow up every 2-3 days◦ Step 3: Follow-Up: before the interview, prepare your ‘checklist’◦ Step 4: Interview Tips: arrive early, dress appropriately

Using Optimal Resume

Create profile: http://artinstitutes.optimalresume.com PASSWORD: optimal1

You can use this website to:

Create high-impact, interactive career materials based on your career goals Present your materials online — with our easy-to-use website builder — and in print, as you can download your materials in a number of formats. Manage an unlimited number of career documents from one central location. Share your credentials with your network on your own professional website and across social networking sites.Practice interviews by typing, speaking, or using a web cam for your answers.

Career Services BLOG

http://aicasdjobs.blogspot.com/

•Part Time Job Board•San Diego Employer Listings•Industry Related Resources

Youtube clip

Really bad interview example…

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3EOJRuMQs7k

Advisor Info

Career Services is located at the South Building Student Employment Advisor:

◦ Lauren Asp◦ lasp@aii.edu◦ 858.598.1478

What does Career Services need from me?

Your resume

Samples of your work

Punctuality

Commitment on your part, to best help you

Respect and Responsibility: We must be able to convey this about you to an employer if we’re recommending you for a job.

Accountability: YOU are the one who needs to put in the time and make it happen. The employer will respect you more if you prove that you are taking ownership of your career.

Quiz

Scenario: You see a job opening online, what’s Step 1? Where would you find their website? Where is the job posted on their site? Step 2: When do you follow up? Step 3: What do you do if you don’t hear back from the

employer? Step 4: What should you do immediately when you get

home from the interview? What would be ideal interview attire? What is something not to bring to an interview? What is an example of what you can answer to “Why do

you want to work here?” On average, how long does it take to get a job? Why should you NOT send your cover letter as an

attachment (instead have it as the body of the email)?

Questions?