1. Joe Scott, Assistant Director joscott@rci.rutgers.edu Career Services Career and Interview Center Busch Campus Center 732-445-6127, ext 0 JOB SEARCH STRATEGIES AND RESUME WRITING

2. What we will cover…. Basic Steps in a Job Search Job Search Strategies Resume Writing Tips

3. Basic Steps Target Career Objectives based on interests, skills, and values Research careers of interest Develop marketing tools: 60 second commercial, resume, cover letter Research individual employers Review job search resources including the Internet, Career Services and others Attend Career Services seminars including: Resume Writing, Interviewing Skills, Networking, Dining Etiquette

4. JOB SEARCH STRATEGIES APPLY TO POSTED VACANCIES APPLY COLD NETWORKING

5. Responding to Posted Vacancies Comprehensive Internet sites: Monster.com Specialized Internet job posting sites: www.bmenet.org www.biomedicalengineer.com www.bmejobs.com Professional Journals in print & online Newspapers

6. Applying Cold Utilize employer directories: Direct targeted mailings to HR or the specific dept. you would like to work in Posting on company web portals: www.biomedical-companies.com

7. Networking= #1 Way to Land a Job Build an army of advocates for your success Obtain valuable “insiders” information Tap into jobs in the hidden job market Lasting long term benefits

8. Who do you know? Classmates and friends Alumni Relatives and family friends Professors Current and former employers Professional acquaintances Service providers

9. Reach Out Phone In person Email Professional Associations – Biomedical Engineering Society Alumni Organizations

10. Services for Students Career Services Guide Career Counseling Seminars Alumni Career Network Career Days http://careerservices.rutgers.edu MonsterTrak/InterviewTrak

11. http://www.monstertrak.monster.com School Password = henry Explained in the Career Services Guide Job Listings On Campus Recruiting: InterviewTRAK

12. Resume Writing Resume alone will not get you a job Purpose of the resume is to get an interview No magic formula and not one correct style Career Services Guide – pages 11-20

13. What Is A Resume? An introduction of yourself on paper An outline of what you can offer an employer Demonstration of written communication skills Advertisement

14. General Guidelines For An Effective Resume Concise/Brief Neat/Organized No Typos Accurate

15. What To Include In A Resume Personal Information Objective (optional) Education Related Courses (optional) Academic Projects (optional) Experience Skills (optional) Honors (optional) Activities (optional)

16. Remember: Career Services is here to help you Best wishes for a successful job search!!