Career Development Services at CSU, Channel Islands presents…
Job Search Strategies That Work!
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This workshop and guide was designed specifically as a self-guided workshop, therefore the content and structure might be different
than similar documents from an in-person workshop. Please contact Career Development Services if you have any questions
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Slide 1: This workshop provides assistance in job search strategies for a basic and proactive job search.
Slide 2: Learning Outcomes
Slide 3: Workshop Agenda
Slide 4: Basic Job Search
Slides 5-7: Application Documents
What resources will I review: □ Dolphin CareerLink □ CDS Website □ Resume Handbook □ Mock-Interview Handbook
I need to create/edit/revise: □ Resume □ Cover Letter □ References
How much time will I spend each week preparing my documents?
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Slides 8 & 9 – Research Companies: Assessing the Job Market
Candiates with experience
What types of employers interest you?
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Write Down Skills you believe are desirable in your field.
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Candiates with little or no experience
Who would you like to interview?
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What skills would you like to gain from an internship?
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Slide 11 & 12 – Self Reflection- Long- Term Plans
Think about and answer the following questions:
What are the top 5 job types/ industries I want?
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What are some of the qualities you are looking for in an employer?
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What internships might work for me?
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Who can I talk to that might help?
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Slide 13 – Search Plan- Questions to think about/ask yourself…
How many hours are you willing to dedicate to your job search per week? What will you spend this time doing?
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