August 30, 2021
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BEST PRACTICES FOR JOB SEARCHES UPDATE YOUR HANDSHAKE ACCOUNT AFTER SUMMER BREAK HOW TO PREPARE FOR AN INTERVIEW SIMPLE JOB SEARCH TIPS PEOPLE FORGET Facebook/LinkedIn: Treat your resume and LinkedIn profile as a living document. Tailor them to the role you want! z.umn.edu/basic-job-search-tips #MisforCareer Twitter: Don’t rely solely on online applications, reach out to the company and start forming connections! z.umn.edu/basic-job-search-tips #MisforCareer Facebook/LinkedIn: Remember the call to action! Leave a lasting impression on the recruiter. z.umn.edu/how-to-write-entry-level-cover-letter #MisforCareer |
September 13, 2021
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TIPS FOR JOB INTERVIEWS QUESTIONS TO ASK A HIRING MANAGER PARKER DEWEY MICRO INTERNSHIPS RESUME TIPS FOR COLLEGE STUDENTS Facebook/LinkedIn: Get a jumpstart on your resume, and create more than one! Having options and being prepared will make your career search less stressful: z.umn.edu/resume-tips-for-college-students #MisforCareer Twitter: Visit your Career Center to get your resume proofread and receive feedback. z.umn.edu/resume-tips-for-college-students #MisforCareer Facebook/LinkedIn: Career fairs across campus are still happening, now many are virtual! Checkout Handshake to see the fairs happening this fall: goldpass.umn.edu #MisforCareer |
September 27, 2021
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CAREER TIPS FOR COLLEGE STUDENTS HANDSHAKE TIPS CAREER MANAGEMENT Facebook/LinkedIn: Look for companies that share your values by researching their mission statement and find ones that resonate with your interests and passions. z.umn.edu/researching-a-company #MisforCareer Twitter: If you don’t know what company you want to work at, start by building a list of industries that best suit your knowledge, skills, and interests. z.umn.edu/researching-a-company#MisforCareer HOW TO FOLLOW UP AFTER AN INTERVIEW Facebook/LinkedIn: After an interview, your first step should be to send a thank you note. This is a great opportunity to leave a positive impression on the interviewers. z.umn.edu/interview-follow-up #MisforCareer |
October 11, 2021
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October 25, 2021
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HANDSHAKE PROFILE JOB INTERVIEW NOTES EFFECTIVE LINKEDIN PROFILE TIPS Facebook/LinkedIn: Employers are interested in well-rounded candidates. Your resume should include extracurricular activities, organizations you’re a part of, and/or your part-time jobs. z.umn.edu/resume-red-flags #MisforCareer Twitter: Make sure to add keywords from the job description to your resume. This will show your interest and qualifications for the job. z.umn.edu/resume-red-flags #MisforCareer HOW TO SPOT A FAKE RECRUITER ON LINKEDIN Facebook/LinkedIn: If you believe a recruiter on LinkedIn could be fake, block and report them so LinkedIn will investigate. z.umn.edu/fake-recruiters-on-linkedin #MisforCareer Facebook/LinkedIn: There are over 30,000 organizations on Handshake! Find out more and expand your career search at: handshake.umn.edu/data-dashboard #MisforCareer |
November 8, 2021
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PREPARING FOR A JOB INTERVIEW OVERCOMING YOUR FEAR OF NEGOTIATING TIPS FOR USING HANDSHAKE Facebook/LinkedIn: The U.S. and your home country are not the only places you can look for a job. Consider different countries for future graduate school or careers. career.umn.edu/international-students #MisforCareer Twitter: You can find many resources for international students to help you in your career exploration and preparation process at: career.umn.edu/international-students #MisforCareer Facebook/LinkedIn: Group interviews allow employers to see how you stand out and interact with your peers. z.umn.edu/group-interviews #MisforCareer
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November 22, 2021
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JOB SCAMS MENTORSHIP TIPS ATS FORMATTING MISTAKES Facebook/LinkedIn: Student industry interests are reported by the students themselves, giving us a general view of where our students hope to be in the job sector. This semester, students have been most interested in the investment industry. handshake.umn.edu #MisforCareer
Twitter: By filling out your industry interests on Handshake, you will get more suggested jobs and internships that interest you. handshake.umn.edu #MisforCareer Facebook/LinkedIn: Employers consistently rank critical thinking as a highly desirable skill. Being a critical thinker means that you can imagine a wide range of ideas, have a strong desire to stay informed, and rely on reason rather than emotion. z.umn.edu/how-to-use-critical-thinking #MisforCareer
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December 6, 2021
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TIPS FOR FINDING A NEW JOB JOB SEARCH EFFECTIVELY BEHAVIORAL JOB INTERVIEW QUESTIONS Facebook/LinkedIn: As a veteran student, consider the value your military background brings to a position and organization. career.umn.edu/veteran-students #MisforCareer Twitter: UMN Career Services offers resources for veteran students to help you in the career exploration and preparation process. career.umn.edu/veteran-students #MisforCareer Facebook/LinkedIn: Now that you've accomplished the tricky task of landing a job, watch this video with tips from our alumni that offer up their best advice for anyone looking to make a strong first impression: z.umn.edu/starting-a-new-job #MisforCareer |
December 20, 2021
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TELLING A CONSISTENT STORY NETWORKING THROUGH HANDSHAKE COVER LETTER EXAMPLES Facebook/LinkedIn: An executive summary tells potential employers why they should consider you for an open position. It allows you to highlight your experience in a way that entices them to take a closer look at your resume. z.umn.edu/executive-summary-examples #MisforCareer Twitter: A well-written executive summary starts with an introduction of yourself, states some of your professional achievements, and shows how you can contribute to the position and the company. z.umn.edu/executive-summary-examples #MisforCareer LANDING A JOB WITH NO EXPERIENCE Facebook/LinkedIn: Even if you don’t have professional experience, talk about your involvement in organizations and clubs and how it relates to the position. z.umn.edu/landing-a-job-with-no-experience #MisforCareer |
January 17, 2022
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QUESTIONS TO ASK YOUR INTERVIEWER DIVERSITY, EQUITY & INCLUSION STATEMENTS COMPANY SALARIES JOB INTERVIEW NOTES DOS AND DON’TS Facebook/LinkedIn: It is okay to bring notes to a job interview if they contain questions you’ve prepared to ask your interviewer. This can show your genuine interest in the job opportunity. z.umn.edu/job-interview-notes-dos-donts #MisforCareer Twitter: It is not a good idea to bring notes on how you plan to respond to interview questions. Instead, take time to practice your response aloud beforehand. z.umn.edu/job-interview-notes-dos-donts #MisforCareer Facebook/LinkedIn: Watch this video for a clear picture of what to expect when you walk into a second round interview along with how you can start preparing now: z.umn.edu/second-round-interviews #MisforCareer |
January 31, 2022
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VIRTUAL CAREER FAIRS LGBTQIA CAREER RESOURCES ELEVATOR PITCH EXAMPLES WHAT CAN YOU DO WITH THIS MAJOR Facebook/LinkedIn: What Can You Do With This Major is a resource provided under the Career Center tab on Handshake. You can learn about typical career areas and types of employers that hire people with each major. handshake.umn.edu #MisforCareer Twitter: By going to the Career Center tab on Handshake, you can access many resources for career and internship information, such as What Can You Do With This Major. handshake.umn.edu #MisforCareer Facebook/LinkedIn: Before your interview, spend a few hours learning everything you can about the organization- from as many sources as you can. z.umn.edu/interview-prep-tips #MisforCareer |
February 14, 2022
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MAROON AND GOLD NETWORK PROJECTS UMN JOB AND INTERNSHIP FAIR COPING SKILLS FOR ANXIOUS JOB SEEKERS HOW TO GET NOTICED BY AN ORGANIZATION Facebook/LinkedIn: Try reaching out to hiring managers directly. This may help ensure that your application gets another look in the application process, and may help you stand out from other candidates. z.umn.edu/get-noticed-by-an-organization #MisforCareer Twitter: Know the stories, accomplishments, and examples that showcase the value you can bring to the position. When you study yourself just as much as you would study the job description, you’ll increase your chances of getting a response back. z.umn.edu/get-noticed-by-an-organization #MisforCareer DOS AND DON’TS OF INTERVIEW FOLLOW UPS Facebook/LinkedIn: Send a follow-up thank-you email after your interview. Be sure to keep the email brief and show you’re still interested in the job. z.umn.edu/interview-follow-ups #MisforCareer
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February 28, 2022
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DATA DASHBOARD STEPS TO TAKE AFTER YOUR VIRTUAL INTERVIEW PREPARING A COVER LETTER Facebook/LinkedIn: Enjoy the challenge of discovering new positions to apply for, and reward yourself when you’re done by engaging in the activities that make you happy. z.umn.edu/reduce-job-search-anxiety #MisforCareer Twitter: If your concerns center on feeling unprepared, take action to reduce those negative thoughts. Spend time researching the kind of position you want and the career path you hope to follow. z.umn.edu/reduce-job-search-anxiety #MisforCareer Facebook/LinkedIn: Before going into an interview, it's great to list some bullet points that you will want to emphasize in advance and prepare a few responses to commonly asked questions. z.umn.edu/why-should-we-hire-you #MisforCareer |
March 14, 2022
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DECIDING A JOB OFFER
Facebook/LinkedIn: Trust your gut! Before you think about negotiating, or even get into the details, take a moment to consider your initial reaction to the offer and the job itself. z.umn.edu/right-job-offer #MisforCareer
Twitter: When accepting a job offer, ask yourself, “Are the tasks and responsibilities of the job something I want to do full time?” z.umn.edu/right-job-offer #MisforCareer
WHAT IS COMPANY CULTURE
Facebook/LinkedIn: Read the mission and values of the organization. If you prefer an organization that supports a cause you are passionate about, those are places to find that information. z.umn.edu/what-is-company-culture #MisforCareer
Twitter: Check the reviews from current and past employees. You can often get a sense of the organization, good or bad, just by those reviews. z.umn.edu/what-is-company-culture #MisforCareer
Facebook/LinkedIn: On Handshake, you can read reviews on the organization’s profile. See reviews from past and current employees to get their perspective on working for the organization. handshake.umn.edu #MisforCareer
Twitter: Use the Q&A section on an Organization’s Handshake profile to ask career related questions. Handshake allows anyone with experience at that organization to answer your question. handshake.umn.edu #MisforCareer
JOB SCAMS
Facebook/LinkedIn: Before you accept a job offer, take these steps to protect yourself from job scams by doing online research of the organization. z.umn.edu/ftc-job-scams #MisforCareer
Twitter: If a job offer sounds too good to be true, it probably is. Talk to someone you trust to get their opinion on the offer before you make a decision. z.umn.edu/ftc-job-scams #MisforCareer
JUGGLING MULTIPLE JOB OFFERS
Facebook/LinkedIn: Whether or not you accept the job offer, follow up with the hiring managers by sending them a thank you note for their time and consideration. z.umn.edu/juggling-job-offers #MisforCareer
Twitter: Consider all your options before accepting your first offer. Compare the pros and cons to make sure the job is a good fit for you. z.umn.edu/juggling-job-offers #MisforCareer
March 28, 2022
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LGBTQIA CAREER RESOURCES PROBLEM SOLVING STAND OUT IN AN INTERVIEW IMPROVE YOUR HANDSHAKE EXPERIENCE Facebook/LinkedIn: Improve your Handshake experience by updating your profile & career interests, following employers, and favoriting jobs you're interested in. handshake.umn.edu #MisforCareer Twitter: Make sure to keep your profile updated so employers know what kind of opportunities you are looking for. handshake.umn.edu #MisforCareer Facebook/LinkedIn: “Why should we hire you?'' is one of those interview questions that almost everyone gets asked. Here are some great ways to respond: z.umn.edu/why-should-you-be-hired #MisforCareer |
April 11, 2022
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BLACK PROFESSIONALS SHARE THEIR CAREER ADVICE INTERVIEWSTREAM MULTICULTURAL STUDENTS Facebook/LinkedIn: When job searching on Handshake, instead of searching for opportunities by key words, use the filters such as job type, role, and location first. Then search with keywords if needed. This will get you more results relevant to what you are looking for. handshake.umn.edu #MisforCareer Twitter: On Handshake, over 16,500 job postings were created in March! Start your job search today to find the perfect opportunity for you. handshake.umn.edu #MisforCareer MENTAL HEALTH CONDITIONS IN THE WORKPLACE Facebook/LinkedIn: If you have depression, PTSD, or another mental health condition, you are protected against discrimination and harassment at work because of your condition. In this article, learn about your legal rights in the workplace regarding mental health: z.umn.edu/mental-health-conditions-workplace #MisforCareer |
April 25, 2022
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MAROON & GOLD NETWORK PROJECTS INCREASED COLLEGE HIRING STUDENTS WITH DISABILITIES Option 1: Be on your guard when networking online and using social media in your job search. Scammers may direct message you with an “opportunity” to make tons of money working at home and only need your personal information. z.umn.edu/social-media-job-scams #MisforCareer Option 2: Do your research if an opportunity seems too good to be true before clicking on any links. These can end up being malicious downloads that can lock up your computer and hold your files hostage. z.umn.edu/social-media-job-scams #MisforCareer MAKING A GREAT FIRST IMPRESSION Option 1: Don’t be late to work! Showing up a few minutes early, or right on time shows your employer that you’re dependable and responsible. z.umn.edu/great-first-impression #MisforCareer |
May 9, 2022
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ENDING YOUR INTERNSHIP WITH A FULL-TIME JOB MAROON & GOLD NETWORK APPLICANT TRACKING SYSTEMS Option 1: As a veteran student, Career Services has resources to help you in the career exploration and preparation process: z.umn.edu/veteran-students #MisforCareer Option 1: In this video, employers share the qualities that not only stand out to them but are often the qualities that are pegged for promotion the soonest! z.umn.edu/work-ethic #MisforCareer |