Be Job Ready Academic Learning Support 1
Workshop Outline Job search process Cover letters CV/Resume Interviews 2
Be job Ready Confidential career planning consultations Career coaching & guidance Resume, cover letter & application writing Job search techniques Regular job vacancy postings 3
Be Job Ready Be Job Ready Workshops Seminars with guest speakers Volunteer/Internship opportunities Industry networking & liaison 4
Job Search Process Job Search Prepare Job Applications Send Job Applications to Employers Employers assess Job Applications FOLLOW UP Job Applications with Employers Job Interview Unsuccessful Seek Feedback 2 nd Interview (optional) Employers Contact Referees Job Offer 5
Job Search Methods Internet - job search sites eg. www.seek.com.au Newspapers employment sections Networking friends, family, students Employment Agencies catering for international students 6
Decoding Online Jobs Part-time Accountant Tie Rack, the international retailer of fashion accessories, is seeking a part time accountant for it s head office in Gordon, Sydney. The role will involve supervision of various accounting functions including: *Period end management accounts *Internal audit *Creditors *Payroll *Cash flow. The role is expected to be between 16 20 hours a week and the salary is negotiable. Interested applicants should send a resume to Stephen Katz at sbkatz@tie-rack.com.au 7
Job Selection Criteria When responding to the criteria, ensure you: Include your responses after your cover letter Respond in the same order as per the job advertisement Include the same language/wording in your responses Use your work/academic experiences in your responses 8
Your Resume should be ready at all times Update your resume as needed (i.e. completing a course, changing jobs) 9
10 Tips for Resume Writing Remember Less is More - Keep it Simple! Use standard white paper & standard fonts/sizes (eg.arial) Keep it to less than 3 pages Use standard headings and maintain continuity Use professional e-mail account details Do not include photographs, nationality, gender, or dates of birth (unless related to the job) Interests & hobbies are not necessary (unless related to the job) Use professional job titles & work responsibilities Do not include too many volunteer jobs Include months & years for job/study duration periods \ 10
Writing an Effective Cover Letter 1st part Make a strong start Why are you applying for the job? 2 nd part Describe your experience What have you done? 3 rd part Why should they hire YOU? What can you offer? 4 th part Complete you letter Express your thanks & willingness to meet 11
Application Tips Your application needs to stand out Think quality NOT quantity Employers commonly look up applicants on Facebook, MySpace and other social networking sites ensure your profile is professional Make sure not to include a crazy e-mail addresses like lovegod21@yahoo.com Have 2 free e-mail accounts, 1 for work and 1 for friends Cover Letters: use Dear Sir/Madam if recipient is unknown, or Dear Mr Brown if known - NEVER Dear Dave, Dear Dave Brown, or Dear Mr Dave Brown Find out who the recipient is; check spelling of names; check courtesy title ie. Mr or Miss, Mrs or Ms 12
Application Processing Overview Send the Job application to the employer Applications assessed based on job selection criteria Applicants are short-listed for suitability Short-listed applicants are contacted for interview Short-listed applicants are interviewed Short-listed applicants may be required for 2 nd interview Referees of suitable applicant/s are contacted Successful applicant is contacted and offered employment If successful applicant accepts employment job documentation completed 13
Job Interview Preparation o Learn about the job and the company o Know what to take to the interview o Know how to get to the interview o Decide what to wear to the interview o Remember, your presentation is not just about what you wear: How you speak What you say Body language Cultural sensitivities 14
The Job Interview & Beyond Know what to say Plan your answers to interview questions Know what to ask the employer Stay calm! What happens after the interview?... Evaluate your own performance Learn from the experience Ask for feedback from the employer 15
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