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Be Prepared!

When looking for a job, there are steps you should take to be prepared. Follow the steps below, and you will be ready to complete your next job application!

JOB SEARCH PREPARATION STEPS:

STEP 1: RESUME

After creating an account and completing the career assessment, you can use the Resume Builder to craft a professional resume.

USE THE FOLLOWING TIPS/LINKS TO BUILD & UPDATE YOUR RESUME:

  1. 5 Most Important Parts of a Resume (with Examples)
  2. Resume Do’s & Don’ts
  3. Resume Action Verbs
  4. Chronological Example Resume
  5. Functional Example Resume
  6. Sample Aviation Resume

STEP 2: COVER LETTER

WHAT TO KNOW ABOUT COVER LETTERS:

It is important to write a targeted cover letter that shows how you are qualified for the job for which you are applying.

It should be tailored to a specific employer and job.

Cover Letter Format
Cover Letter Example

STEP 3: REFERENCES

WHAT TO KNOW ABOUT REFERENCES:

References are normally required by employers and should consist of 3-4 professional references. Be strategic in who you ask to serve as a reference and strive to keep information up to date.

Check out this example of a reference page of a resume:

Reference Page Example

STEP 4: INTERVIEW

Make an appointment with your Career Coach to practice for an upcoming interview.

Book an Appointment

ADDITIONAL TIPS:

  1. Career One Stop Interview Tips
  2. US Dept of Labor Interview Tips
  3. Indeed: 20 Interview Tips
  4. My Interview Practice – AMT Interview Questions
  5. Guide to Most Common Interview Questions

STEP 5: THANK YOU NOTE

DON’T FORGET TO SEND A THANK YOU NOTE!

A handwritten or electronic thank you note should be sent within 24 hours after a formal interview.

Sample Thank You Note

Contact us if you have any questions!

Lori Snell

Email: lsnell@escc.edu
Phone: (334) 348-7144

Career Coach

Enterprise State Community College

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