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Agenda. 4:00-5:00pm Welcome Winter Internship Recruiting Essentials Internship Search, Resume, Interview 5:00-6:00pm Moderated Panel of Recruiters 6:00-7:00pm Meet and Greet. We’ll send you an email with a link.

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  1. Agenda 4:00-5:00pm • Welcome • Winter Internship Recruiting Essentials • Internship Search, Resume, Interview 5:00-6:00pm • Moderated Panel of Recruiters 6:00-7:00pm • Meet and Greet

  2. We’ll send you an email with a link. • You’ll have exclusive access to thissession’s materials at:career.ucla.edu/JumpStartHandouts

  3. Winter Recruiting EssentialsInternship Search StrategiesPresented byRoni LaviCareer Counselor

  4. Internship Search Strategies

  5. Best Way to Improve Your Chances? • CONSIDER RELOCATION! • How many universities are in So Cal? • Where are the jobs? • First job, not your only job • Rotational Leadership Programs

  6. Internship Search Strategies Use a multi-faceted, proactive approach: • BruinView™ • Career Center Events – Fairs, Info Sessions • Company Websites • Job Search Websites • Network! • Individual Appointments

  7. BruinView™ (career.ucla.edu)Sign up and create your profile, it’s FREE!Job Search Resources • Job & Internship Listings • Opportunity On Campus Recruiting (OCR)

  8. Over 130 companies this winter!

  9. Career Center Library Book of Lists Directories Industry Information Job Search Skills Career Exploration Grad School Prep …and more!

  10. Career Center Events CAREER FAIRS No pre-registration required! Bring Bruin ID! Bruin Career Connections Fair, T 1/15 Engineering & Technical Fair , Th 1/24 Government & Nonprofit Night, W 2/24 Prepare for the Fair Workshops RSVP on BruinView™ > Events & Workshops > Workshops EMPLOYER INFORMATION SESSIONS RSVP on BruinView™ > Events & Workshops > Information Sessions

  11. Winter 2013 • Internship Search • Engineering & Tech Consulting • Entertainment • Public Health • Nursing • Psychology • Pharmacy Spring 2013 • Post Bac& Gap Year • Osteopathy & Physician Assistant • Sports • Marketing, PR & Advertising • Medicine • International Medicine 4:00-7:00pm, $20 fee To view entire schedule and register visit: career.ucla.edu/JumpStart

  12. Use Your Network! • Who is in your network? • Family, Friends, Family of Friends, Friends of Family, Professors, Colleagues, Classmates • Anyone you meet anywhere! • LinkedIn.com – your hidden network • BruinWorks.com – network of UCLA alumni • How to network? • Informational interviews • Let people know you’re looking • Ask for advice

  13. Not Sure? • Career Counseling Appointments (sign up on BruinView™) • Personality, skills, interests, values • Career Exploration • Internship & Job Search Guidance • Resume or Cover Letter Critique • Graduate School Planning • Personal Statement Critique • Workshops • Career Library • Informational Interviews

  14. Questions?

  15. Winter Recruiting EssentialsResume & Cover LetterInterviewPresented byKrisztina KecskeiCareer Counselor

  16. Resume & Cover Letter

  17. Resume Basics Your Answer to their Question (job posting) Concise (1-pg, 20 seconds) Easy to Read Most Relevant Info First 10-12 font

  18. Who Are You? Sally Career yourname@xxx.xxx∙ 555.555.5555 ∙ 123 Street Name, City, State Zip Code HEADING

  19. What’s the Purpose? HEADING Sally Career first.lastname@ucr.edu ∙ 555.555.5555 ∙ 123 Street Name, Riverside, CA 92521 OBJECTIVE: Seeking summer marketing internship position at Deckers Outdoor Corporation. OBJECTIVE

  20. Education is Key HEADING Sally Career first.lastname@ucr.edu ∙ 555.555.5555 ∙ 123 Street Name, Riverside, CA 92521 OBJECTIVE: Seeking summer marketing internship position at Deckers Outdoor Corporation. EDUCATION B.A., Business Economics,University of California, Los Angeles Expected June 2013 OBJECTIVE EDUCATION High School GPA Relevant Courses Education Abroad Honors & Awards Course Projects

  21. What Have You Done? HEADING OBJECTIVE EDUCATION • LEADERSHIP EXPERIENCE • Vice President, Delta Upsilon Fraternity, UCLA September 2009-June 2011 • Established a mentor program in which members partner to provide tutoring and offer personal support. • Developed online server to upload and share notes and readings from all classes taken by members. • WORK EXPERIENCE • Server, Bob’s Big Boy, Los Angeles, CA January 2008-August 2008 • Provided excellent customer service, maintained cashier drawer and ensured accurate daily cash records. • Worked 20 hours per week while attending school full time. • MARKETING EXPERIENCE • Advertising Account Executive, The Daily Bruin, UCLA October 2011-Present • Manage more than 100 clients and their advertising needs. • Design advertising campaigns and marketing related plans utilizing AdPro software. • Create and work with designers using Adobe software to develop effective advertisements. • Raise approximately $3,000 in advertising revenue each month. EXPERIENCE Results Action Verbs Keywords + Skills Categories

  22. You’ve Got Skills! HEADING Sally Career first.lastname@ucr.edu ∙ 555.555.5555 ∙ 123 Street Name, Riverside, CA 92521 OBJECTIVE: Seeking summer marketing internship position at Deckers Outdoor Corporation. EDUCATION B.A., Business Administration (Marketing), University of California, Riverside June 2011 SKILLS SKILLSComputer: Minitab, Adobe CS, MATLAB, Microsoft Office: Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access, Project, Visio Language: Bilingual in Spanish and English. OBJECTIVE EDUCATION EXPERIENCE SKILLS Job or Industry Specific Technical

  23. What Else? HEADING Other section headings may include… ACTIVITIES COMMUNITY SERVICE INTERNATIONAL TRAVEL HONORS & AWARDS PUBLICATIONS INTERESTS OBJECTIVE EDUCATION EXPERIENCE SKILLS OTHER SECTIONS

  24. Cover Letters Should accompany all Resumes Demonstrate interest in the company Answer the “why?” questions Connect the dots

  25. How do I create one? Your Name Mailing Address● City, State, Zip ● Telephone number ● email address Today’s Date Your Addressee’s Name Professional Title Organization Name City, state, zip Dear Mr. (or Ms.) Last Name: The opening paragraph explains why you are writing the letter. State your purpose, identify the position you are applying for, and how you learned about the opening. Try to start your letter with a grabber-a statement that establishes a connection with your reader. The mid-section of your letter should be one or two paragraphs that make relevant points about your qualifications and explain why you are a strong candidate for this position. You should not summarize your resume! Demonstrate that you know something about the organization and the industry/field. In this final paragraph, state how and when the employer may contact you. Do not assume an employer will contact you once you have sent your cover letter and resume. It is your responsibility to follow up. Close by thanking the employer for their time and interest and mention that you are looking forward to meeting them. Sincerely, Your handwritten signature (for mailed letter) Your name (typed)

  26. Resume & Cover Letter ResourcesCareer GuideCareer LibraryAppointments Any questions?

  27. Ace the Interview!

  28. Purpose of the Interview Sell yourself – show your attitude, personality and interest Determine mutual fit Not about having the “right” answers

  29. Four Stages of Interviews Stage One: Preparation Stage Two: Interview Day Stage Three: The Interview Stage Four: Follow-up

  30. What Hiring Managers Say: “Most people don’t get the jobs they want because they don’t sell themselves.” • They don’t know who we are… • They don’t know what we do… • They don’t know why they want to work for us… • They can’t give me one good reason why I should hire them… • They don’t seem eager to work here…

  31. Stage 1: Preparation Know Yourself • Knowledge, Skills, Experiences • Examples from Resume • Brainstorm accomplishments and challenges Know the Job & Organization • Job posting (cheat sheet) • Website – Mission Statement, Clients, Services • LinkedIn – Who works there? • Glassdoor – Reviews, Salaries, Interviews

  32. “Tell me about yourself.” Connect your background, knowledge and interests with the job. Who are you professionally? Why are you there? About 2 minutes.

  33. “What are your short and long-term career goals?” Determine how position relates to future goals and whether you plan to stay with the organization. Avoid mentioning specific job titles.

  34. “Why are you interested in our organization?” • Go beyond the superficial (reputation, industry leader) and demonstrate a good fit (emphasize your skills and interests and how they relate specifically to this company). • Demonstrate your knowledge about the firm and industry. • Why this company and not a competitor?

  35. “Why should we hire you?” • Illustrate your understanding of the position. • Show how your skills/education/background relate to the job and organization. • Discuss what you can offer the company and how you’ll be an asset. • Use examples to illustrate your points.

  36. “Do you have any questions for us?” • Your Questions Should Be: • Genuine and honest • Thoughtful and informed • Not about salary, benefits, or personal issues • Sample Questions: • What have you most enjoyed about working for [Company]? • What are some challenges your company/department is facing? • How would you describe the culture here at [Company]? • What are the most important goals at [Company] currently? • What do you expect the first six months of this position to look like?

  37. Tell me about a time when… SKILLS Leadership Critical Thinking Initiative Time Management Problem Solving Communication Teamwork Flexibility Customer Service *Look at Job Posting!*

  38. PRACTICE! Write out answers Practice out loud (mirror or video) Practice with friends/family Mock interview @ Career Center

  39. Stage 2: Interview Day Preparation • Be well rested • Dress appropriately • Gather materials • Resume, References, Paper, Pen • Arrival • Arrive ten minutes early • Be polite to everyone • Introduce yourself (handshake, eye contact, and smile) • Relax and be confident

  40. Stage 3: The Interview Non-Verbal Communication • Firm handshake • Eye contact • Body language • Nervous habits Listen to the interviewer Understand the question before responding Don’t fear silence

  41. Before Leaving… • What are the next steps? • Ask for business card (for thank you notes) • Convey what a pleasure it was to interview • Shake hands with everyone

  42. Stage 4: Follow Up Send a Thank You Note • Within 24 hours of interview • Email or Card • Mention interview highlights Follow up

  43. Welcome Panelists • Auri Morris-Campus Recruiter Commercial Insurance Talent Acquisition & Programs Liberty Mutual Insurance • Dionna Muldrow- Campus 2 Career Specialist NBC Universal • Kim Stockberger-Sr Manager of Employee Relations, Planning and Development Kubota Tractor Corporation • Sara Gunther - Recruiter Party Earth • William Martin-Diplomat in Residence LuskinSchool of Public Affairs, UCLA

  44. Any questions?

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