The document provides guidance on conducting a successful job search in 7 steps: 1) Get organized by identifying career goals and assessing your skills. 2) Research potential employers and industry trends. 3) Network and conduct informational interviews to learn about opportunities. 4) Prepare marketing tools like a resume, cover letter, and develop interview skills. 5) Apply to relevant positions using job boards and other resources. 6) Follow up with thank you letters after interviews. 7) Remain persistent as the average search takes 4-6 months. The JobUrban website offers additional help with developing job search materials and identifying positions.

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People changed jobs every 3 years
People on average have 5 careers
Many times in your life you will need to
conduct a job search. So, It’s important
to know the process

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Learn the steps for successful job
search
Review the “must have” marketing
tools
Job hunting resources
Prepare to start search

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Identify career goals and objectives
› What sort of job am I looking for?
› Where do I want to work?
› What do I value in my work?
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Realistically assess your strengths,
weaknesses, skills, and abilities
Ready your marketing tools

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Resume
Cover Letter
Reference Page & Recommendations
Mustangjobs.com
Portfolio
Polished Interviewing Skills
JOBURBAN can help you develop these tools

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Identify and rank information on
companies:
› Largest
› Fastest growing
› Most profitable
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Research annual reports of companies
Use the web or local libraries

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Joburban.com
› Full Time and Internship Positions
› On Campus Recruiting
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Newspapers & Professional Journals
Telephone and Online Directories
Minnesota Workforce Center
Chamber of Commerce
Governmental Agencies

8. Internet Job Sites
1. Super Sites
◦ Visibility to employers makes these sites
popular (e.g. Joburban.com , Monster)
1. Hub Sites
◦ Still well know but smaller sites—target
specific groups (e.g. The Ladders—for
executives)
1. Niche Sites
◦ Smaller sites often associated with a
profession or industry association (e.g.
Joburban.com, LandIt.org)

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Use Safe Job Sites
Refine your job search using keywords
and advance search options
Apply to positions you are qualified for
Set up Email Job Alerts or Job Agents
Upload and Post your Resume
Write a Customized Cover Letter

10.  Develop
a systematic list of people who
could provide company information and
referrals
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Family & Friends
Past Employers
Professional Organizations
Faculty and staff
 Create
a list of employers you want to work
for—contact these companies for job and
internship opportunities

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Keep a written log of contacts, callbacks,
and interviews.
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Develop short & long term action plans
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Seek feedback from others
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Review and adjust your objectives as
needed

12. Decide
on clothes to give you the
“professional” look
Practice
your Interview Skills
What to bring—Pad folio, extra resumes,
reference page, professional pen, questions for
interviewer

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Follow up with the employer within 1-2
weeks of sending your resume
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Always send Thank You Letters after an
interview—within 24 hours
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Follow directions—send the
information the employer requests

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Job searching takes time—the average
search is 4-6 months
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Remember…Follow up is key
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Be open minded about potential
opportunities

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Get organized
Research the market
Network and conduct info interviews
Pace yourself & stay with it
Prepare for the interview
Make sure to follow through
Be persistent

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Contact– www.joburban.com