Ten Tips to Find an Entry Level Job
Are you a college student or graduate trying to find an entry level job? While the search may be tough, you can get the right job if you know what to do and are committed to the job search. Here are ten basic tips on how to find an entry level job by John Petrik:
1. Showcase Your Grades- Emphasize your academic performance to potential employers.
2. Get Out into the Real World- By taking an internship or co-op job, you demonstrate work experience to employers, and gain insight into the workforce.
3. Communicate Well with Others- In order to obtain a job, you must be able to communicate clearly, both verbally and in written form.
4. Network, network, network- Sometimes, it's not what you know, but who you know to help you find a job. Talk to people close to you such as family and friends, and attend events like career fairs for interaction with potential employers.
5. Be Computer Literate- Develop basic computer skills that can help you during your job search and in the future.
6. Put Your Best Resume Forward- On this brief presentation to an employer, be clear about what job you want and how you can benefit a company. Also, make sure your resume has no mistakes.
7. Research- Do your homework on the company you want to work for by using resources such as the Internet or the library to find information.
8. Use Examples- Share examples as a student in school or as an intern for a company when addressing concerns of an employer on your ability to do the job.
9. Smile- During an interview, smile to show your interest about the job you want and a desire to work for the employer.
10. Show Your Thanks- Follow up all interviews with a thank you letter or e-mail to show your appreciation for the interview, and to remind the company of your strong interest in the job.
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