Summer Job Search

Objectives

• Today we will discover three things about your summer job search.– When to start looking, – Where to look, and – What to look for

Start Early

• Jan/Feb ideally

• Don’t wait until after exams

• Recruitment starts early, so should you

How to Start

• What kind of job do I want?

– Gain Job Experience

– Make Money

– Life Experiences

Some Options

• Government

• On-campus

• Start your own business

Summer Jobs Matter More Than You Think

• Resist the urge to return.

• Get closer to careers you’re considering.

• Is it right for me?

Do Some Online Clean Up

• Facebook

• Google

• Twitter

Think Outside The Box

• Locally - Intense Competition

• Smaller Market

• Choices

Entrepreneurship?

• Business Plan

• Loan

• Resume Booster

Crack the Hidden Job Market

• Most jobs aren’t advertised. Consider the following graphic.

Your Cover Letter

• Review, Review, Review

• Fewer Are Better

• Make an Effort

Resume

• Come and see us in Career Services for help with your resume

Start Your Search Today

• Any questions?

Career Services Centre

11 River RoadDalhousie University, Truro Campus

893-7895 rosanne.chapman@dal.ca

• Drop-in • MyCareer.dal.ca

• Job postings• Career calendar

• Book an appointment