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Interested in entering the workforce?
Interested in entering the workforce?
There are a few steps you need to take:
There are a few steps you need to take:
Create a quality resume and cover letter - you will need these documents to apply for a job!
Find available jobs to apply to and submit an application - this takes patience and grit!
Accept and prepare for an interview - make sure you're a star!
Interview successfully and confirm a job offer - you've done it!
Creating and Improving Your Resume
Creating and Improving Your Resume
You will need to create a Resume to apply for a job.
You will need to create a Resume to apply for a job.
What is a Resume? A resume is a short, organized summary of your skills, education, experience, and accomplishments that shows an employer why you would be a good fit for a job.
What is a Resume? A resume is a short, organized summary of your skills, education, experience, and accomplishments that shows an employer why you would be a good fit for a job.
Resources
Resources
Resume Writing Guide (Career OneStop)
Resume Guide and Resources (Harvard)
Resume Samples (Indeed)
Writing Your Cover Letter
Writing Your Cover Letter
You will likely need to write a cover letter to apply for a job.
You will likely need to write a cover letter to apply for a job.
What is a Cover Letter? A cover letter is a short, written message that you send with your resume to introduce yourself to an employer, explain why you want the job, and show how your skills and experience make you a good fit for the position.
What is a Cover Letter? A cover letter is a short, written message that you send with your resume to introduce yourself to an employer, explain why you want the job, and show how your skills and experience make you a good fit for the position.
Resources
Resources
Cover Letter Guidance (Career OneStop)
Cover Letter Guide and Resources (Harvard)
Applying for an Available Position
Applying for an Available Position
You will need to submit a job application to get a job.
You will need to submit a job application to get a job.
What is a Job Application? A job application is a form you complete (online or on paper) that tells an employer about you, your contact information, your availability, your education, and any work experience so they can decide whether to hire you or invite you for an interview.
What is a Job Application? A job application is a form you complete (online or on paper) that tells an employer about you, your contact information, your availability, your education, and any work experience so they can decide whether to hire you or invite you for an interview.
Job Search Websites:
Job Search Websites:
Oregon Employment Department | Career OneStop | SnagaJob | Linked in | Indeed | Impact Oregon
Interviewing For the Job
Interviewing For the Job
Getting hired requires a successful job interview.
Getting hired requires a successful job interview.
What is a Job Interview? A job interview is a conversation between you and an employer where they ask questions about your skills, experience, and personality to see if you are a good fit for the job. You get the chance to learn more about the job and show why you would be a good employee!
What is a Job Interview? A job interview is a conversation between you and an employer where they ask questions about your skills, experience, and personality to see if you are a good fit for the job. You get the chance to learn more about the job and show why you would be a good employee!
Interview Practice
Interview Practice
Practice Interview Questions (Career OneStop)
Guide to Interviewing Manual (Harvard)
Use AI for Interview Practice! Gemini Tips, ChatGPT, or Google's MockPrep AI!
Do you need transportation or attire for your job search?
Do you need transportation or attire for your job search?
Understanding Your Rights
Understanding Your Rights
First Job? Can You Answer These Questions:
First Job? Can You Answer These Questions:
What is your pay rate and pay schedule?
What is your work schedule? When is your schedule updated/released?
How do you call out? What is your PTO/sick time policy?
Who is your supervisor? Where do you go for support?
Resources
Resources
Youth Employment Guide (U.S. Department of Labor)
TimeSheet App (U.S. Department of Labor)
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