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Information to help students and graduates with their job search:
Career Fairs : Making the Most of Them  Even though career fairs can be useful regardless of your level in college, attendance if often not enough. Following specific guidelines can improve the effectiveness of the career fairs you attend. Contact Information  Make a good impression every time that you write your contact information on documents for prospective employers by writing your contact information professionally. You also want to continue this good impression by responding professionally when the employer contacts you. Cover Letter Components  Many college students have a difficult time writing cover letters. This is partly because students often lack experience writing formal business letters. Therefore, it is important for students to learn the conventions of cover letter writing. Cover Letters for College Students  Cover letter writing is a very important skill for students to master because they can make the difference between an employer reading your resume and the employer passing it over. A well-written cover letter may persuade the employer to consider you as a job candidate. Interview Questions for Recent Graduates  Common interview questions and how to answer them for students applying for their first job out of college. IT Job Search Tips  Tips for finding employment in the IT field. (Article is on another great site on BellaOnline) Job Search Site  BellaOnline´s Job Search Site Networking Cards  Networking cards are a great way for to pass on your information to professional contacts you meet. They are similar to business cards except they include your personal information. These cards are great for college students who do not yet have business cards. Networking Contacts  Career networking (also referred to as networking) is the process of connecting with others to gain information about your career field and to discover employment opportunities. If you are looking for a job, networking is important because many positions are not advertised. Researching Work-at-Home Opportunities  A growing number of students are looking for ways to earn an income from their homes. While there are legitimate work-at-home jobs, many advertised opportunities are scams. Students who want to work from home must do careful research to avoid being scammed. Colleges Homepage | Editor's Picks Articles | Top Ten Articles | Colleges Site Map
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