Laura G
Tiss the season to find a summer job, and for those of you who are graduating or just need to find a job, we’ve provided you with a few tips to help you get started in your search.
The first step is updating your resume (a.k.a CV). Make sure to add any seminars, student council, volunteer or any other relevant experience, which should never be underestimated when writing your experience down on paper. Have a workforce professional (friend or family member) look it over to add any tips or suggestions they may have.
When applying for a position, make sure to tailor your experience to the job posting, whether that is school, or other relatable experience, it all helps. Especially when writing out your cover letter, make sure to address the appropriate Human Resource Manager, making reference to how your skills and experience would benefit the organization in relation to the job posting requirements.
Let all of your friends and family know that you’re looking for a job in case they know or hear about anything in your field. Don't forget to utilize your school’s career counseling resources. Search on major job search engines, job banks, and check out company sites that you would like to work for. Utilize any networking opportunity you can to meet people in the industry you would like to work in.
If you get a get an interview, be prepared!! Make sure to take some time to research the company’s background, goals, etc. Look over the job posting the night before your interview to be prepared to answer how your skills can match the requirements they are looking for. And never underestimate the power of self confidence and positive body language.
Once you’ve completed your interview, make sure to thank the interviewer for their time, and address them by their last name with a firm handshake and a smile.
If you don’t find a job right away, don’t get discouraged. These things take time. We hope that these tips can help you get started.
Good luck!
Laura and..
The OnTheHub team
The first step is updating your resume (a.k.a CV). Make sure to add any seminars, student council, volunteer or any other relevant experience, which should never be underestimated when writing your experience down on paper. Have a workforce professional (friend or family member) look it over to add any tips or suggestions they may have.
When applying for a position, make sure to tailor your experience to the job posting, whether that is school, or other relatable experience, it all helps. Especially when writing out your cover letter, make sure to address the appropriate Human Resource Manager, making reference to how your skills and experience would benefit the organization in relation to the job posting requirements.
Let all of your friends and family know that you’re looking for a job in case they know or hear about anything in your field. Don't forget to utilize your school’s career counseling resources. Search on major job search engines, job banks, and check out company sites that you would like to work for. Utilize any networking opportunity you can to meet people in the industry you would like to work in.
If you get a get an interview, be prepared!! Make sure to take some time to research the company’s background, goals, etc. Look over the job posting the night before your interview to be prepared to answer how your skills can match the requirements they are looking for. And never underestimate the power of self confidence and positive body language.
Once you’ve completed your interview, make sure to thank the interviewer for their time, and address them by their last name with a firm handshake and a smile.
If you don’t find a job right away, don’t get discouraged. These things take time. We hope that these tips can help you get started.
Good luck!
Laura and..
The OnTheHub team
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