How to Look for Jobs

Learn how to look for jobs.

Eliminate the stress of job hunting with organization and attention to detail. Revitalize your search by utilizing all available assets and be resourceful. Stay positive and focused, setting goals and setting time aside to achieve them.

Instructions

1. 

   Make on outline of your skills and interests.

   Make an outline of your interests and field of expertise. Look for jobs pertinent in each category, allowing you to appeal to an employer through experience while finding a job you will enjoy. Keep on top of career information by checking daily for updates and letting websites contact you when new information in your field has been posted.

2. 

   Meet employers at a career fair.

   Go to a job fair. Speak to prospective employers and learn about jobs offered and overall goals of their business. Give resumes to representatives of jobs that interest you and collect their business cards to gain phone and e-mail information. Contact the Human Resources office at a college for information about upcoming events and keep up with the newspaper for details on city and state job fairs.

3. 

   Search for jobs online.

   Visit sites like Monster.com, CareerBuilder.com and Indeed.com to view open positions and jobs pertinent to your skills. Check sites of companies, universities or businesses that you like to see if they are hiring. Contact their representative if jobs are available but no application can be found. Be prepared when calling, the conversation could turn into a virtual interview.

4. 

   Let people know you are searching for a job.

   Tell family, friends and church members that you are looking to be hired. Have a mission statement mentally prepared to enable you to effectively answer questions about career goals. Exemplify your ambitions and work ethic.

5. 

   Look for jobs in the newspaper.

   Search the classified section of the newspaper for job opportunities; if you don't receive the newspaper, buy it on Sunday. It is filled with the most ads and all career updates have been met. Job boards can also point you in the right direction. Inexpensive and easy to access, job boards are placed at the post office, across campuses, community centers and Human Resources offices.

6. 

   Write a strong resume.

   Make job-hunting a job in itself. Divide your day into three sections: searching for jobs, preparing your resume and applying for positions. Create a strong resume with references, experience and skills. Do not be repetitive when expressing accomplishments and experience; mention volunteer work and community services when applicable.

References

• Work Source: Job Hunting Tips
• NPU Career Center: Job Hunting Tips
• Creating Your Job Search Plan: Carol Stanton