By admin, on February 27th, 2013  Use Job Search E-mail Alerts The job search process can be complicated and time-consuming. But let’s be honest; there are some job search activities that are more effective than others. It’s better to spend time on activities that are high-yield (are more likely to result in actual job offers) than on ones that are low-yield. Scouring online job boards is a time-consuming, low-yield activity. So here’s a tip for freeing up some of your time: use job search email alerts.
- Many job search engines, including two of our favorites, Indeed.com and Idealist.org, provide some way to email jobs that meet your interests directly to your inbox. These are sometimes called job search email alerts or job search agents.
- Save multiple alerts for different search criteria you may have, such as ones by geographic location, by position type, and by keyword. For example, you may have one alert searching for graphic design internships in the Los Angeles area and a second alert searching for museum internships in Seattle.
- If the email alerts you begin receiving are not quite the type you are looking for, go back to the original alert you created and revise it.
- Once you’ve saved, and possible refined, your alerts, stop scouring the job boards – let the search engine do that work for you. Just check the emails you receive, and apply to the ones that are of most interest.
- The key to this tip is to use the time you might have used searching job boards to focus on high-yield activities – attend networking events, initiate informational interviews, conduct in-depth employer research, and write tailored resumes and cover letters.
By admin, on February 20th, 2013  Have some fun in the snow! A little while ago, we shared a few career lessons from a snow day. Given all the snow we’ve been getting in Wisconsin this winter, we couldn’t help but think of another.
If, like many college students, you’ve had your hands full with mid-terms, research papers, presentations, and a ton of reading, not to mention applying for full time employment, internships, coop positions or summer jobs, you may be feeling pretty worn out. You’ve been working really hard, which is good, and often times, necessary! But all that hard work can sometimes lead to burn out. It may be that a snow day is exactly what you need.
So, take a day to put away your resume. Don’t log into LinkedIn. Don’t search for any jobs or internships. Don’t worry about networking. Just give yourself a break; maybe even go outside and enjoy the snow. You may be surprised at how a day off can re-invigorate your job search and even give you some new perspectives on your career.
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By admin, on February 13th, 2013  I hate my job Question: I graduated in May of last year and accepted pretty much the first job offer I got. I’ve been in this job for less than 6 months and I hate it! I know I should be grateful to have a job, but is it ok if I start looking for another job? – Morgan, South Dakota
Answer: Morgan, you’re not alone. I’ve worked with a number of recent graduates who have taken the first job offer they received after graduation and end up not being very happy with the job. Especially in a difficult job market, it’s not unusual to decide to take a position that may not be ideal, but allows you to make a living. If you can bring yourself to stay with your current employer for at least a year, that would be preferable. However, that doesn’t mean that you can’t start your job search now. Recent reports indicate the average length of unemployment is about 9 months, so you can expect your job search to take about that long, if not longer. It’s also important to note that job searching is easier while you are still employed. If you are searching for a job after you’ve already left your job, you are much more likely to fall into the same situation you find yourself in now – accepting a job that may not be the best fit.
A few more things to keep in mind:
- During interviews, you should be prepared to explain why you want to leave your current employer after only being there for a short time.
- When interviewing, stay positive about your current employer and focus on how you intend to use your skills to benefit of your future employer.
- As much as you hate your job, try hard to still give 100% while at work; you still have your professional reputation to maintain.
- Look for ways to expand and develop your skills in your current job.
- Resist the temptation to speak ill of your job to your co-workers or professional network. If you have to debrief about how much you hate your job, speak with trusted friends or family members who will be discreet about the information you share.
- Do NOT share your discontent with your current job or employer on any social media sites.
By admin, on February 6th, 2013  Biologist Through your biology coursework, you will likely learn a variety of laboratory techniques, study concepts in genetics, molecular, systems, and developmental biology, and conduct a wide range of print and lab research. But how do you write about these experiences on your resume? Here are some sample resume phrases that may be helpful in describing your classroom and lab experience:
- Designed several experiments, including _______, _______, ________ and _______
- Perform a variety of molecular and cellular biology techniques, including restriction digestion, polymerase chain reaction (PCR), western blot, and immunostaining
- Led class discussion on unique physical and biological properties and dynamics of marine ecosystems
- Analyzed experimental data; maintained detailed lab notebook
- Performed hormonal analyses on variety of species using enzyme immunoassays (EIA’s)
- Studied principles of epidemiology and public health in role of microorganisms in infectious disease prevention and transmission
- Identified artifacts, features and sites from prehistoric through historic eras at ___________
- Utilize online tools to manipulate nucleic acids and proteins
- Report findings in a concise, scientific writing format including proper citations and figures
- Applied basic bioengineering principles to fermentation and downstream bioprocessing
- Used NMR spectroscopy and mass spectrometry to analyze tissue samples
Keep in mind that the phrases above are just examples and are provided to remind you of your many accomplishments as a student. Revise, edit and tailor the phrases as your needs require.
As a college student or recent grad, your college degree is often the most marketable thing about you. But how do you translate your academic experience onto your resume? The Resume Phrases by Major series provides sample resume phrases for activities commonly gained in different majors. These sample phrases are intended to inspire students and recent grads to describe their academic experience more thoroughly. Image source: Bristol-Meyers Squibb
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