Use online job boards to find and read job postings for open roles that meet your career goals and qualifications
Prepare for and navigate career fairs and other networking events
Write an elevator pitch that will leave a positive first impression
Overcome imposter syndrome when applying for jobs
Suppose a local pizza place is hiring, with a big sign in the window saying HELP WANTED. You walk in, interested in the job. What would you say to convince them to hire you?
Of course, you need to set yourself up with the right skills, education, or training to be eligible for a job, but once you’re ready, how do you actually FIND the job? Watch this video and answer the questions.
When setting your goals, why is it advantageous to brainstorm both the job titles you might be interested in as well as companies you’d like to work for?
Marat says, “Looking for a job is a fulltime job itself.” What can you do to set yourself up for success in this “fulltime” job search?
If you’re down in the dumps because you’re struggling to find work, how would you motivate yourself to keep going?
As the world moves more digital, so does the job searching process. Employers post listings on job boards, and prospective employees can search the boards, looking for roles they’d like to fill. Read this article to learn more about using job boards, and then fill in the blanks.
Now that you know how to use the boards to find postings, let’s learn how to read a job posting. Watch this video and respond to the prompts.
Of the four sections you noted from the last question, what is the most important for determining if you are QUALIFIED for a job?
Of the four sections you noted from question 6, which is the most important for deciding if you WANT that job.
Now that you’ve got some know-how, open up this job posting and answer the multiple-choice questions to test your skills in reading a job posting.
Let’s get out there and search some job boards on our own now. First, use this article to identify some of the top job boards on the market. Second, actually use one of the job boards to find an opening you might be interested in filling in the future. Third, respond to the prompts.
Which recommended job board did you use?
What was the job title of the role you found?
What is the starting salary for this job?
While this video is specific to a college campus career fair, the tips are valuable for any career networking event. Watch and then answer.
If you’re headed to a hiring fair or trying to make a good impression with a potential employer, you want to have your elevator pitch on the tip of your tongue. Watch this video and answer the multiple-choice.
The typical elevator pitch should take…
The purpose of an elevator pitch is to…
Maybe you’re thinking, “Eh, I doubt I have what it takes to get the pizza job.” This feeling of self-doubt can happen even when you meet all the necessary qualifications. Don’t let imposter syndrome prevent you from applying to jobs! Watch Michelle Obama discuss imposter syndrome and then answer the questions.
In your own words, what is imposter syndrome?
Michelle Obama says that imposter syndrome exists in your own head, but she also notes that it’s more common for women or people of color. Why is this the case?
If you’re reviewing job boards, seeing positions where you meet the qualifications, but feeling like you don’t stand a chance, what are some practical ways you can overcome your imposter syndrome?
An online job board is best described as…
This job posting is to work for which of the following organizations?
Right now, they have _____ vacancy/ies available for this role.
Five Branches University is best described as…
This position is best described as…
If you were hired for this job, you could expect to work…
What about the job posting leads you think you will be a good match for this role?
What is the correct order for an elevator pitch?
Name
Connection
Request
Close-out
Why should you write and practice an elevator pitch before attending a networking event?
Which of these is an example of imposter syndrome?