Networking
List a place you can network
Career Events
Conferences Workshops
Jobs/Volunteering
Clubs & Campus Activities
Academic events/classes
Online sites
How long should an undergrad resume be?
1 pg
What is the name of the method recommended for answering questions specifically?
STAR format
What in-person, campus event in offered in the Fall & Spring to talk to employers about jobs?
Career Fair
List one type of content (whether posting, liking, or engaging in) that can get you rejected/fired?
Promoting Violence
Racism, Harrassment
Sexual content, nudity
Illegal drug use or other crime
What is the top online networking site?
List one thing that should never be on a resume?
Pictures
Personal/family information
Text boxes
Spelling errors
Name one thing you should do before an interview.
Carefully read the position description
Research company
Go over/write down your matching skills
Practice questions/think of examples
Plan your outfit/get directions
Name one of the 4 job search engines recommended in class
Panther Careers
LinkedIn
Google Search (aggregates all job boards)
USA Jobs (gov)
What do employers rank as the most important component of professionalism?
Communication
What timeframe should you follow up with a recruiter after meeting them at a fair/hiring event?
Within 24-48 hrs
What is the name of the format type expected for cover letters?
Business letter format
When should you bring up salary questions?
At the time of offer or when the recruiter asks you about it.
Other than searching by job title, what type of keywords could help you find relevant jobs?
Skills
Major/Industry
What association guides the conduct of psychology related roles?
American Psychological Association (Code of Conduct)
What is an Elevator Pitch?
A short introduction of who you are (name, school, activities, accomplishments, goals) to make a connection with someone. Length takes about as long as than elevator ride.
What section of the resume is ranked highest by recruiters and their online systems?
Experience
What should you do at the end of an interview?
Ask thoughtful questions
Ask what the next steps are/who is the best contact to follow up with
What application method is the top way to get hired?
Referral by employee
What is the easiest way to be recognized as a top professional intern/worker? (Guest - Krista McDonald also said this)
-Stay off your phone/not distracted
-Be positive
-Take initiative (complete tasks/projects without being told)