1. Using Job Descriptions and Company Profiles
Sault College Career Essentials
Using Job Descriptions and Company Profiles

2. Job Descriptions
Always get a proper job description for any job that you plan to be interviewed for
Relate your skills and experience to what is needed for the job

3. Most Job Descriptions Contain…
Job Summary or Overview – this describes the primary focus of the position, the scope of work, working relationships, and requirements.
Qualifications – this details the background required for success on the job including number of years of hands-on experience in the field, special skills, training, licensing, certification, and educational requirements.
Duties and Responsibilities – this consists of an action-based list of typical day-to-day duties, along with management or functional responsibilities and communication channels.
Reporting and Supervising Relationships – this contains responsibilities for leading or supervising the work of others and identifies the title of the person to whom the incumbent reports.

4. Company Profiles
Companies have personalities and employers will often go to great lengths to ensure that you will be a good fit for the organization
It is essential for you to know as much about the company as you can. This will help you determine if and why you think you are a good fit and help you to gain a good knowledge base of the company which will be beneficial in an interview and as a potential employee

5. Most Company Profiles Contain…
Contact Name and Title
Total Yearly Revenue
Total Employees
Industry
Products and Services
Customer Base
Location(s)
Competitive Advantage(s)
Mission Statement
Core Values