1. I’m graduating! Now What? How to Find A Job after Graduation

2. Helpful Tips for Finding a Job  Interest Inventory Testing  Tips for Networking & Marketing Yourself  Where to Find a Job

3. Interest Inventory  Testing that can be completed to help you find out what your strengths are and how this may be helpful on a job.  Can be provided by your guidance office or school counselors

4. Strategies for Networking  Be Active in your school organizations:  FFA  FCCLA  HOSA  DECA  Join Professional organizations at student rates.  Participate in competitions and meetings.

5. Strategies for Networking  Volunteer  Go to local businesses/organizations that you are interested in  Introduce yourself and Ask if you can volunteer to help with daily activities or events  Take a Resume and Reference information with you  Dress appropriately

6. Volunteer Opportunities  Hospital summer volunteer program  Help with the activities director at the local nursing homes  Work with a landscaper  Be involved with the cooperative extension program  Work at community soup kitchen or meal sites for the elderly  Possibilities are Endless….

7. Where to Go?  Local Newspaper  Job Fairs  Online resources related to your field  www.nutritionjobs.com www.nutritionjobs.com  www.indeed.com www.indeed.com  www.usjobs.gov www.usjobs.gov  High School Teacher who is an expert in field that you are interested in  They may have contacts for you and can be a good reference!

8. How to Stand Out (In a good way!)  Dress professionally  Employers will take you seriously  Shows that you care and are really interested  Clearly Introduce Yourself and Your intent  Be prepared  Resume  Contact information for references  Your contact information  Be sure that your email address name, social media picture and phone voicemail is appropriate