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Job Search Resources

The resources listed below were complied to assist students and graduates with their job search. The wealth of knowledge contained in these documents will help to give you a competitive edge.

Self Assessment

Beginning Your Self Assessment
Action Verbs
Adjectives
Keywords
Skills in Motion
Your Values
Discover the Work

 


Job Search

The Foundation of Your Job Search
Job Search Planning
Resources
Research
Tips On Being Prepared
Attitude
Before Making Introductory Calls
Telephone Script
Script Your Introduction
Networking
Applying for Jobs
Volunteering
Unrelated Work Experience
Job Seeker and Employer Tips
Fax Cover Page
Working Abroad and in Other Provinces
Overcomming Barriers to Employment
Employment Agencies/Recruiters
International Work, Travel, Education
Knowldege Skills Abilities
Transferable Skills
Personal Active Job Search Plan
Personal Job Search Planning
Transferable Skills

 


Resumés

Resumé Writing
Preparing Your Resumé
Targeting Each Resumé
Example
Action Verbs
Adjectives
Keywords & Phrases
Letterheads
Sections
Workplacement
Do Nots
Checklist
Active resumé
Review
Types
Environmentally Responsible
Curriculum Vitae
Critiquing & Grading
Professional Resumé
Your resumé can make You or break you
Scannable Resumé
History of the Resumé
Article - Recruiting Process

 


Resumé Styles

Skill based resumé
Chronological resumé
Combination resumé
Scannable resumé
Scannable resumé 2
Targeted resumé

 


Resumé Samples

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References

References
References worksheet
References - Sample Letter 1
References - Sample Letter 2

 


Letters

Preparing Your Cover Letter
Targeting Your Cover Letter
Tips
Letterhead Samples
Critiquing & Grading Worksheet
Sample Cover Letter
Writing a Thank You Letter
Writing a Resignation Letter
Sample 1 - Thank You Letter
Sample 2 - Thank You Letter
Sample 3 - Acceptence Letter
Sample 4 - No Thank You Letter
Sample 5 - Proposal Letter
Sample 6 - Resignation Letter
Sample 7- No Thank You Letter

 


Interviews

Preparing for the Interview
Research and Preparation
Common Interview Questions
Interview Smarts
Basic Interview Tips
Questions to Ask at the Interview
Tips from Employers
Types
Appearance
Behavioural Interview
Confirming the Interview
Negotiate Your Salary
Pre-Interview Relaxation Tips
Interview Video
Employer Evaluation
Looking for the Right Fit
Professional Polish
Who is Interviewing
Speed Interviewing

 


Portfolios

Preparing Your Portfolio
Example

 


Supporting Documents

Job Evaluation
Performance Review Tips
Essential Skills in the Workplace
Business Etiquette
Business Planning
Career Planning
Career Plan Grading
Career Failure