1. Job Search Strategies Alan Farber, Ph.D Associate Director USD Career Services Hughes 110 619-260-4654 afarber@sandiego.edu

2. Career Services Links ToreroLink Job Search handouts: sample resumes, cover letters, interviewing tips, etc.Job Search handouts: sample resumes, cover letters, interviewing tips, etc. Online resources (job sites, professional associations, salary surveys, etc.)Online resources (job sites, professional associations, salary surveys, etc.) Career Library

3. Key Issues No two job searches are the same You’re not alone - seek help Treat the job search like a job Focus on quantity (breadth) and quality (depth) Cast a wide net – jobs, industries, functions, and geography Apply patience and perseverance

4. Necessary Components “Tailored” resume, cover and prospecting letters Prepare for interviews & job fairs Professional demeanor and attire Knowledge of the organizations and industry you’re pursuing Know exactly what you want to do (or act like you do)

5. Know your industry Where are the jobs? How are they advertised (or are they advertised at all)? What are the appropriate communication and application delivery methods? Know and use the vernacular : resume/cover letter “key words” (larger companies and online recruiters use Applicant Tracking software)

6. Where to find jobs & contacts Locating jobs Torerolink Company websites USD career-related events Job site search engines Mega-sites Industry-specific job sites Prof. Association websites Newspapers Government Sites Headhunters/ Staffing Agencies Networking Professional Associations SBA and MSGL Linked-In or Facebook groups USD Alumni Association Torero NetworkUSD Alumni Association Torero Network Networking sites: –Linked In E-mail Contacts

7. Where to find organizations Chamber of Commerce Business Directory Newspaper business section Word of mouth Search Engines (e.g., Google, Bing) San Diego Business Directory “Book of Lists” (in Copley and Career Services) Copley Library on-line: –Go to Databases A-Z –Go to SD Business Directory Inside Prospects

8. Create an Internet Presence “Clean up” your social networking sites Post resume/portfolio on LinkedIn or other free/inexpensive website: Print and distribute business cards with your url

9. Job Search Behavior Professionalism Enthusiasm Clarity Self-promotion - Problem solver Your Future Plans? “A long-term career with your organization”

10. USD Career Services Hughes Administration Building 110 Career Services appointments : call 619-260-4654 Drop-in hours: daily 10-11:00, 2-3:00 www.sandiego.edu/careers