Chapter 3: Diversify Your Job Search Strategy
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JOB/CAREER GOAL
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RESUME/COVER LETTER
- Have you tailored your documents to include keywords?
- Have you had your documents reviewed?
- Book an appointment with the Employment Support Centre any week day at 613-727-4723 ext. 7200
- Visit the drop-in hours: Tuesday 9:00am – 11:00am, Wednesday 1:00pm – 4:00pm, Thursday 9:00am – 11:00am or 1:00pm – 4:00pm
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HIRE AC
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ONLINE JOB BOARDS
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RESEARCH EMPLOYERS
- Generate a list of employers
- Visit company websites to see if they have jobs posted that are not advertised on online job boards
- Book of Lists
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NETWORKING
- Brainstorm a list of your contacts
- Keep in contact with previous professors, program coordinators, supervisors, and colleagues
- Connect with professionals for informational interviews
- Attend events relevant to your field
- Expand your network through social groups: Eventbrite, Meetup
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ONLINE NETWORKING/SOCIAL MEDIA (LINKEDIN)
- Complete your profile
- Follow companies that relate to your field of interest
- Connect with professionals for informational interviews
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JOB FAIRS
- HireAC Events Calendar – attend on- and off-campus events
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VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES
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COLD CONTACTS (in person, by email, or by phone)
- Use business directories, business journals, and professional associations to generate a list: yellowpages
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RECRUITMENT AGENCIES (temp or permanent opportunities)
- Register and follow up regularly (if applicable)
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INTERVIEW
- Have you scheduled a mock interview?
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REFERENCES
- Have you contacted your references?
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Download Job Search Checklist
