· Scout your resources. Are you still in school? Visit your school’s career center and meet with a counselor. Learn about the internal job search system. Most schools have one in place.
· Attend the career fairs. Wear a suit. When in doubt, fall on the side of more conservative.
· Start looking early. Many corporations recruit in the fall. If you’re a senior, you should be looking for the jobs you want to apply for as early as the end of the summer. Many job postings appear at this time.
· Search for jobs on other sites as well. Even typing in keywords to Google can pull up great leads. (Example: “entry-level professional writing”)
· Create a LinkedIn account. Fill your profile out fully and include all professional experience. The site is including a new Recruitment feature, which will surely increase the already stunning statistic: 86.6% of businesses recruit on LinkedIn.
· Pass out that resume! Get a few good eyes to check out your resume. Too many people viewing it can be overwhelming. Ask a career counselor for help. If your current boss is aware you are searching for a job, ask them for help.
· Don’t skimp on the cover letter. Easier said than done, right? If you really want to catch the eye of the recruiter, spend some time explaining why you are right for the job, what you can contribute, and why you are interested in that particular company. Spend time on editing. A cover letter (or resume) with typos will easily get thrown in the trash.
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