Job and Networking Strategies Kacey Shriner ‘16 Internship and Career Services kshriner@butler.edu

Internship and Career Services Atherton 315 career@butler.edu 317.940.9383 Services Career preparation and planning Resume/Cover letter Interview preparation Self assessment Job and internship searching Networking help

“Success is where preparation and opportunity meet.” - Bobby Unser

Ask Yourself a Few Questions Self-reflection will help you identify where you want your job search to take you. What are your skills and interests? What are your strengths? What are some values that matter to you? What type of work environment? What industries interest you?

Do Your Research People make better decisions when they understand the world they are entering. Career OneStop: Occupation Info Chamber of Commerce: Geographical Info Glassdoor: Company Research

Prepare your search tools Prepare your application documents & tailor them for each application Resume, CV, Cover Letter, Portfolio, Website, etc. Do a self-scan on your social media and do a “clean-up” if necessary Check in with your references Buy interview clothes Practice your interviewing skills

Identify job titles & companies that interest you. Make a Plan Identify job titles & companies that interest you. What are non-negotiables in your job search process? Set mini-goals: Visit ICS to get a resume critique by the end of the month Apply to “x-number” of jobs per week/month Email “x-number” of contacts

When to apply? Depends on your field. Start searching! When to apply? Depends on your field. Hiring usually slows down in July & August, then again from November to early January Finding the right fit is not a quick process. Don’t be discouraged if it takes longer than expected.

Methods of searching—Online tools Lots of online search engines. Here are some suggestions: USAjobs.gov for government positions Professional organizations/industry specific websites Fraternal organizations Get creative Google Maps Social media—blog, follow the company, Tweet, like a Facebook page ePortfolio

Methods of searching—Online tools Company websites Handshake- http://butler.joinhandshake.com Indeed.com Idealist.com for nonprofit industry Charitableadvisors.com for Indy nonprofit

Methods of searching—Volunteering Can get you in the door Volunteer to work on a project Can do it while still looking at other opportunities Can be used for networking purposes

Networking Strategies

How do I utilize networking for my job search? Networking is vital to the job search. Estimates range from 70% to 85% of jobs are found through networking. Networking is building relationships to share professional thoughts and ideas, with the hopes of growing one’s career or business.

Networking allows you to: Networking does work! Networking allows you to: Stay current by learning about: new sectors employment trends research in other fields new companies and technologies, etc. Become a better conversationalist Gain friends and professional allies Land a job!

Fundamentals of Networking Networking is: Asking for advice, suggestions, and contacts The start of a conversation, to building a relationship Learning about careers from people in those careers

Fundamentals of Networking Networking is not: Asking for a job. If the question you ask is, "Do you have a job for me?”– the answer is likely to be “no” and the conversation is over Asking for preferential treatment

Fundamentals of Networking Be helpful – provide relevant information, articles, introductions, and advice Follow up and maintain the connection Don’t ask for a job

Networking: Who do you already know? Who do you already know that could be a great professional contact? Family & Friends Former Butler Professors Mentors References

Networking: Making new connections How can I expand my network and make new contacts? Ask for introductions from people you already know. Utilize the LinkedIN alumni feature. Volunteer Attend traditional networking events Alumni chapter events, professional organizations, Greek organizations

Networking Events 101 Arrive early to networking events Do your homework ahead of time: know who’s going to be there and who you want to meet Scan the room for people you may know or want to approach Make eye contact Eat (or at least snack) ahead of time

Ask event hosts to introduce you to people. Follow-up! Networking Events 101 Set realistic networking goals at events and bring a positive attitude (i.e. “I am going to connect with 5 new people today”). Be brave! Be open to talking to people who don’t necessarily have a similar background. Ask event hosts to introduce you to people. Follow-up!

Informational Interviews 101 When you make new contacts, set up an informational interview. Setting up an informational interview is a great time to ask questions about a profession, industry, or company. Face to face is best, but can be phone call or email Ask for advice NOT a job

Informational Interviews 101 Ask questions that will get them talking such as: Advice for getting into the career, company, or location Likes or dislikes Resume check Openings at your location? Who else should I talk with? Could turn into mentor Sometimes leads to job or internships

LinkedIN & Your Job Search Your LinkedIn profile is almost equally as important as your resume and a critical part of your job search Find job postings Follow your dream companies Make yourself available to recruiters Connect with new people Especially Butler alumni

LinkedIn & Your Job Search For a deep dive on how to build or improve your LinkedIn profile view the “Ultimate LinkedIn Cheat Sheet”.

Utilize Internship & Career Services Meet 1:1 with a career advisor for individualized career advice regarding the job search, networking, self-assessments, and so much more. Kacey Shriner ‘16 kshriner@butler.edu