Looking for Internships And Jobs

Topics for Today Where to Look (Spoiler Alert: Everywhere) Benefits of the Career Fair / Being on a University Campus How to Approach Applying

Where to Start Your Search Landing a job is key to advancement in your professional career The most common end to a job hunt is not knowing where to start looking

Google is your best friend if you don’t know where else to begin Keywords can include Engineering, Intern, Job, co- op, your specific major, posting, student If you have a specific company in mind, use your resources to find positions for that company in particular Where to Start Your Search

Demo google.com Where to Start Your Search

Remember to keep in mind what you are looking for and what you are qualified to do (don’t be a T-rex trying to do something that requires long arms) Find something that you are passion about and pursue it Where to Start Your Search

Someone you know work for a company you’re interested in? Family? Friend? Friend of a friend of a long lost relative that went to FSU? Where to Start Your Search Beyond Google

Your Network

Where to Start Your Search Your Network Being able to contact someone, no matter how well you really know them is a huge benefit Begin to develop and use your network now

The Career Showcase

January 26 & 27 26th - Non-Technical Day 27th - Technical Day (STEM) Held in the O’Connell Center Thousands of People 250+ companies looking for Students to Fill Positions

The Career Showcase Find the information before you go

The Career Showcase Dress Code Business Formal The way you dress speaks for you You will stand out (and not in a good way) if you arrive underdressed

Tips: Go to the first day even though it’s not really for you! If you can’t find anything to use to approach a recruiter, ask about something they have on display Go in knowing who you want to talk to and do a little bit of research before Remember that the recruiters have been there a while and have to deal with many people - Be Presentable, Be Interesting, Be Polite The Career Showcase

Tips: The Power of the Padfolio - it allows you to keep organized, look organized and take note while speaking to recruiters Use components of your introductory speeches, but know that they might not want to listen to all of it The majority of your “interviews” will be conversational, so let them be conversational Ask questions The Career Showcase

Even if you don’t want an internship or you don't think you are qualified, you should still go. Why?

Your Network Build Your Network

Take advantage of being on a college campus Join clubs related to your major - ufl.collegeatelink.edu ufl.collegeatelink.edu Look at opportunities that come via Go to information sessions and introduce yourself

How to Approach Applying Once you’ve found positions to apply for, how do you go forward?

How to Approach Applying Apply online Find a person - you want to address your cover letter to a specific person if possible Apply Early, Apply Often - If you have a resume and cover letter, it is relatively easy to tailor it to a similar position Keep in mind deadline days - don't wait to the last minute

Resources for Everything We Covered Today Career Resource Center - mock interviews, resume / cover letter editing, finding positions, Career Show Dial Center - interview and public speaking practice Dr. Cothran and Myself - By appointment or during office hours, we’re here as resources Google