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Labor Market Information

Understanding the labor market in the career field in which you are interested can help you make informed career decisions. These sites can give you the inside scoop:

Salary Negotiation

Are you getting a good offer? What is your job worth? These sites can help you know for sure:

Networking Skills

"It's not what you know, but who you know"-- this is often true for job seekers: networking can be the key to job search success. The following sites will help you develop your networking skills, whether you are the life of the party or a confirmed wallflower.

Job Search Techniques

I've got to get a job!! Where do I start? Below are links with great advice on finding that perfect job:

Job Search Strategies

Successful job seekers are those who have an effective strategy which utilizes information, skills and techniques. The following list includes different aspects of job searching that are important to consider.

Interview Preparation

Successful interviews don't just happen. Learning good interview skills and being fully prepared will help you make a winning impression and get the job you want.

There are several excellent websites with information and advice. There are also numerous books on this subject available in the Career Services Resource Library. And when you are ready, participating in a mock interview will give you the practical experience you need--call the CSC today to schedule one!

Resumes and Cover Letters

What are the components of a winning résumé? How can I make sure my résumé gets noticed? What should I say in a cover letter?

In addition to the following online resources, the CSC offers workshops, computerized résumé programs and individual critique to help you create a winning résumé.

Step Four: Job Search

The final step is finding the right job. The CSC can help you develop your resume, prepare for an interview and utilize effective job search strategies as part of this last step. The websites listed as part of the following links can help as well.

Graduate School Information

Trying to find the right graduate program can be a confusing process. To help you we have listed several websites that have information on programs, testing and strategies for getting into the right program. The Career Services Resource Library also has a number of graduate school directories that list graduate programs based on category and geographic location.

Career Fairs

Attending career fairs is an important way to explore career options as well as make contacts for potential careers.

Each spring, the CSC hosts a career fair with opportunities for part-time jobs, summer jobs, full-time jobs, internships, and ministry and volunteer work. Usually held at the beginning of April, this is a definite "must attend" event.

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