Career Showcase and Your Job Search

…And how to prepare with the Career Resource Center!

Allie Ricker, M.Ed./Ed.S. Assistant Director for Career Development

What will you learn today?

• Know the basics about Career Showcase

• What to expect • How to prepare

• Learn key job search strategies

• Ways to increase your confidence with marketing yourself to

employers

When and Where?

Tuesday January 21- Day 1 (Non-Technical) Wednesday January 22- Day 2 (Technical)

9am-3pm O’Connell Center

Career Showcase Myths

MYTH #1: IF I SHOW UP, I WILL GET A JOB.

Employers expect you to prepare

Research the organization

Find out their on-campus recruiting plan

Be ready to articulate why you want to work for them & why you are qualified

MYTH #2: I WILL WALK AWAY WITH AN INTERVIEW INVITATION

What you can get out of going: Market yourself to employers you’re interested in Learn more about organizations you are considering Practice selling yourself More connections

MYTH #3: EMPLOYERS WON’T REMEMBER ME

How to stand out:

Research and preparation

A solid resume

A polished Elevator Pitch / 2 minute commercial

Asking intentional questions

Positive Non-verbal behavior

Confidence

How to Prepare

• Set goals for yourself:

–Why am I going?

–What do I want to leave with?

• Dress professionally

–Conservative

• Make your list of top employers- Research!

• Post your resume in Gator CareerLink

Gator CareerLink- The Power is Yours!

Learn about popular careers, leading industries

and potential career opportunities

Build a resume and upload documents for a

potential employer

Creating your Pitch

Communicate:

•Your degree

•Career Interests

•Relevant experiences and qualifications

•Why you want to talk to them

•What’s unique about you!

After the Fair…

• Ask for business cards • Send thank you notes • Apply to positions in Gator

CareerLink • Attend Information Sessions • Stay connected

Still having trouble?

• Remember finding a job takes WORK • The average job search takes 3-6 months

• Get feedback on your resume and get a mock interview.

• Be patient—it isn’t a reflection on you. • Keep in mind that there are still opportunities—they may just

take longer to find.

• Identify and utilize a support network if the search becomes overwhelming.

Career Planning Appointments

Express

Drop-In

Workshops Gator Launch

Certified Gator Professional

How can we help you?

How can we help you: Showcase Prep Events

Extreme Resume Makeover| January 14-16th 10am-4pm Ace the Interview (Presented by PLS Logistics)| January 16th 4:30PM Employer Resume Critiques| January 17th, 10am-3pm

What are you waiting for?