Historical Newspapers of South Carolina

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rThe Spotlight is On You rulesof"" "^rUitS getting a job and launching a career have short emo changed drastically over the past three who are w. years. The Class of'94 will be impacted knowledae bythese changes as will future graduating immediate ' classes. Even after the economy tion improves, companies that have downfkrminh mprnfirs hv mnuinn OS..J ? oiuuerns w overseas, providing attractive retirement their post ai packages, and trimming their workforce tion (the Un will not whimsically reinstate positions mends stud simply because there is a new crop of year) have graduates. Students who choose to pro- who wait un crastinate their first three years of college ation or w< and wait until their last year of school to weeks befoi get serious about life after college will until after c face a harsh, rude awakening. The com- search T? petition for jobs by seasoned profession- ber of succe a's with years of experience will force have receiv today's college students to rethink the tight marke whole job search process. ,echnjca| g( c- , - | ? was offered Employers are looking for students with company d more than good grade point averages, working fwo They are looking for students who have companv t taken leadership roles in campus and/or nical area \ community activities, and most important- lions becaui have named caraar-roiot^ t. j, ?iiww ??..v .. - g, . lvlhlou iiouicu auuvi work experience through opportunities summer inte What is Your Job (Questions) 1) The first step in any job search is to devek i 2) i he personnel aepartment does all the hiri 3) Most people are able to get a job in a wee! 4) Most employers are Inundated with unsolic person to request an interview rather than 5) The easiest part of the job search is the in' 6) Sertding 100 resumes to 1#} 7) are willing to spendifime v 8) Employers really don't have the time to vei do so. llliilJM. || !"'; 9) When a company ask you to complete an < 10) In answering an ad, it's best not to include salary data. such as Co-op, internships, highest undergrad salary offer this te jobs, and job shadowing. In decided to accept an offer with the Dyers are looking for students pany he co-oped with. Each of the e 3ll-rounded and possess the pies given are about students who ut and skills needed to make en the IJnivercitv Hareer Henter eervir contribution to the organiza- devise a job search strategy, gain ca related work experience, hone inter ing skills, and implement a plan of ai 'ho begin early planning for These students succeeded where i aduation career after gradua- others failed because they were b iversity Career Center recom- prepared. They each began spotlig ents begin in their Freshman their potential by taking advantage c ( a distinct edge over those University Career Center services mi ine semesier oerore graau- aunng ineir college experience, orse ? those who start two re they are graduated or wait The centerfold in this tabloid has a s jraduation to begin their job of spotlights designed to focus on the lis fact is borne out in a num- ticular services that the University C; sss stories about students who Center has to offer depending on fed job offers in spite of the particular status. Use the spotlight in t. One of the highest paid status as your starting point to see dents from the Class of '93 you can expect to gain from the Ci a position with a prominant Center. The employers at the Careei luring her junior year after have various relationships with summer internships with the University of South Carolina and Another student in a non-tech- offer several alternatives for which was offered numerous posi- may begin your strategies for career >e of a good GPA, extra-cur- cess. Throughout this publication are ties, Co-op experience, and a and suggestions on how to make srnship. The student with the most from your Career Fair experienc Search IQ? >p an outstanding resume. rig and firing, so that's the first place to contact to get an in K or two. If it takes longer than a month, something is terrib iited resumes. It makes sense to be a bit assertive and she >ena paper, terview. ipany pre$icte|t^. to generate at leastIO interview vith anyone interested jp ^getting a Job with ^e| c0mpany lify previous employment or educational background and 5 employment application form, an effective resume will suffii - a salary requirement or present salary even if the ad requ year After the Career Fair, go to the University com- Career Center (6th Floor, H. William xam- Close Building) to learn which resources ilized are best suited to your needs based on es to your current status. If you are a freshireer man, sophomore, or junior, you will need view- career-related experience so remember to ction. visit Student Employment. If you have Tiany reached your first semester of senior staetter tus, go directly to the Placement Office to ihting learn when you can attend a Placement ?f the Orientation. The earlier you attend an oriearly entation the better. If you delay, you may miss ine- opportunity to interview with employers coming on campus to recruit, eries The next step, regardless of your status, par- is to schedule an appointment with your areer academic advisor and establish rapport your with professors who are knowledgeable your about the field with your career interest. If what you're still debating, you may also want to areer visit the Career Planning office to allow r Fair them to assist you with exploring a major t h e that best fits vour career interests. may you Finally, get involved in co-curricular activisuc ties that will enable you to gain leaderitips ship, team-work, and communication > the skills, e. TRUE FALSE iterview. ? I 1?Biff ' ly wrong.: ?: ?? | >w up in ;|l|^|(||l ' :.V/xfei ::':: 1:*: &'<" ' :tit'liiftltll1 & $ ?:J:?x#>:f' : ** : $ :: - - - leldom:: ' lifilf?'! -x /; Ill A :. . lllSliSl-vl' -I : - '?l %$?,' :e. e$t$ Ijjjll Answers on page 11. f