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JOB-HUNTING TIPS FOR NEW GRADUATES

> Get It Down on Paper  

After graduation comes the job hunt. The immediate transition from school to career might seem daunting, but it all begins with communication - that is, the paperwork. Your first mission should be getting your name out there as an accomplished and educated individual, which means developing the appropriate communications to convey what you have to offer to prospective employers. Be aware that the actual documents you will submit may vary - every organization will have its own preferred set when it comes to job applicants. But you'll be better prepared if you understand which are most effective and what you can expect when it comes time to apply. 

Here are the seven most valuable documents in a job search:
  • Resume
  • Cover letter
  • Reference list
  • Letters of recommendation
  • Transcript
  • Portfolio
  • Business cards
For more detail on each, click here.


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Do

  • Organize your paperwork
  • Understand what the                      employer wants 
  • Tailor the paperwork to the            employer
  • Build a comprehensive resume 
  • Stay in touch with previous            contacts
  • Build your accomplishments          with hard work
  • Thank those who offered you        opportunities
    		•
    Don't

  • Be overwhelmed by post-grad        stress
  • Underestimate your range of          skills
  • Forget to distinguish yourself          through your experiences
  • Forget to bring several copies of    everything
  • Ignore important application            dates
  • Rely on paper to tell the whole        story


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    FIRST STEP

    > Start with a Resume

    You'll find no shortage of advice - along with templates and samples - on how to put together a resume. But to create an effective summary of what you've accomplished so far, you must begin at the beginning: create a list of what you want prospective employers to know about you. Divide the information into categories: relevant work experience, education, and maybe interests and volunteer activities. Remember that a resume is a summary - it is not a catalog of everything you've ever done and every award you've ever received. If you are hoping to land a professional position, you can probably omit the unskilled jobs you've had over the years. And whether or not you are a current student, know that your school's career services office is ready to help. Show them your draft resume and ask for advice - they may even have some job leads. And once you're happy with the finished resume, be sure to proofread, proofread, proofread. 
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