You probably know that jumping online is a key to jobhunting. Social media sites greatly expand your network. Job banks help you to both focus your efforts and to learn about more job opportunities. And online applications can greatly speed…
Tag: job search
Polish your job application skills
CareerOneStop
Posted in Career counselors, Job seekers, Librarians, Students, Uncategorized
—
No Comments ↓
Have you ever started filling out an online job application and dropped off partway through? Maybe you were at a kiosk at a major retailer. Or maybe you were at home working under a time limit. Either way, online job…
Career planning for dads
CareerOneStop
Posted in Career changers, career explorers, Job seekers, Parents, Parents, Uncategorized
—
No Comments ↓
For Father’s Day 2022, CareerOneStop is putting the focus on career planning and job search for dads.
If you are a stay-at-home dad, or a father who works outside the home, read about three ways you can find some new options and ideas for your career.
Summer jobs for teens
CareerOneStop
Posted in Entry-level workers, Parents, Students, Uncategorized, Youth
—
No Comments ↓
Are you a teenager looking for work? This could be your lucky summer! There are many job openings in a wide variety of fields, and employers are motivated to fill jobs to maximize summer business – some are even paying…
3 online tools for finding job openings
CareerOnestop.org offers a wealth of tools and resources for job seeking. You’ll find information on planning your job search, networking, polishing your resume, and more. But when you’re ready to get down to the work of identifying employers and places…
5 tips to create or improve your LinkedIn profile
Ready to land your dream job in 2022? You’re in luck because recruiters and employers are looking for candidates in record numbers this year. And one tool they’re using to help them recruit is LinkedIn. Whether you already have a…
Yes, you should keep job searching over the holidays
The winter holiday season can be a busy—and stressful!—time of year for everybody. That can tempt many job seekers to put a hold on their search until the new year. But the fact is, late December is a great time…
Tagged with: job search
Thanksgiving networking
Thanksgiving is a great time to reconnect with people you don’t see often and have a chance to catch up.
If you’re looking for work, it’s also a great time to network.
5 tips to help your resume make it through resume-reading software
When you send out a resume today, you can be nearly certain that it will wind up going through automated applicant tracking system (ATS) software. Many, and probably most, employers use these time and labor-saving programs to review job applications…
Employment background checks: what you need to know
Background and other employment checks are a common piece of the job search process. Many employers check into your background before making a job offer. Most often, this includes your past employment, your credit or financial history, or your criminal…