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1. FALSE. First, develop a strategy to answer What ki
should I consider? Arriving at an answer calls for a "trem
tion - reviewina Dast exDeriences. personality, life obiecti)
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needs of others, expectations, dreams, goals, etc. (If y
defining a meaningful career choice, the Strong Intere
Type Indicator, and other career instruments in the I
Assessment and Academic Relations Department c
counselors will help you interpret the test results ai
Counselors are on call Monday through Friday from
University Career Center offices: Assessment and A
Planning. Student Employment, and Placement are k
William Close Building.)
2. FALSE. The individual department manager generally <
nel department or company representative attracts potenti
to the hiring manager. (The University Career Center
number of ways in which seniors can make contact
On Campus Recruiting, USC Search, Job Board, Hot
You can learn more about these services durina a P
information regarding these services, go to the Plat
3166. Freshmen, sophomores, juniors, and seniors wl
career-related work experience while going to school i
Employment Center. Student Employment offers: Inh
Shadowing), Co-op, and part-time jobs. For more ii
available to you, go to Student Employment or call 777
3. FALSE. Try not to rush the job search. Very few pec
employment within two weeks. The most important step
good job search strategy. (The counselors in the U
Career Planning Office can assist you in developing
search strategy. Go to the Career Planning Office any
4:00 PM. The counselor "on call" will assist you.)
4. FALSE. It would be presumptuous (and most often cc
at a company without an appointment expecting busy p
spend time with an unsolicited job hunter. (Utilize the
the University Career Center's Placement Office and
outlined in your job search strategy by the career coui
5. TRUE, if one is properly prepared. 'The interview is a c
tation, and an exchange of information. It should be, but
the search process. You, the job hunter, are the expert <
use COOPERA1
Mosi Bayo, Coordinator
The University Career Center is designed to assi
career goals and objectives throughout their coll<
integral part of this development is garnering ca
to supplement the academic requirements of a p
Cooperative Education is one of the vehicles use
needed experience.
"...where the classroom and the workplace mi
slogan for the USC Cooperative Education Progi
taken very seriously. The Co-op Program is inve
and the many benefits of individual work experie
commitment, the Co-op Program is always cultiv
ties. Even during challenging economic times, o
be available for students.
Durinn the 92-93 academic vear. 108 emolov
throughout the southeast. The Co-op Program p
positions, with majors in the humanities, enginee
ness. The opportunities are there, if the studer
Getting a career on track requires planning, g
ing?in other words, hard work. Co-oping can bi
elevator instead of the stairs. Students will even
goals, but by Co-oping students will get there the
better shape.
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likened to taking an * "Ex
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at much faster, and in
jrself. The interview goal is to convince the interviewer you have the experirsonality,
maturity, and other characteristics required to do a good job and to
5/her help in getting that job." (The University Career Center's Career
j Department offers a workshop on interviewing. If you are experiencing
about the interview process, the Assessment and Academic Relations
(lent offers these workshops: Interviewing Calmly and Assertively,
with the Pressure Points of Life, and Dry Up those Sweaty Palms. For
ormation, go to Career Planning or call 777-7280.)
t. ?>ucn a paper diiiz proves aDoux one to inree perceni enecuve in posmve
is. Such a passive search tends to be unproductive. (The University Career
> Career Planning Office offers a workshop on Job Search. For more
tion, go to the Career Planning Office or call 777-7280.)
, but not on their own time. Personal interviews are often arranged as a favor
I party whose name is mentioned, "Mr. Bowen suggested I contact you to precredentials
to ABC Company. When would it be convenient for you to spend
le with me?" (The University Career Center's Career Planning workshop
Search includes information on "networking" that can help you avoid
simple mistakes that could close the door your contact has helped to
r you.)
E. Most employers consistently verify information on the application form.
r>H mam/ lama rnmnanisR varifv aduratinn and nast amnlrwmpnt for avarvnnn
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:alsifying Information on a resume, employment form or during an interview
nefits the job seeker. (The University Career Center Placement Office has
that employers are checking references now more than ever because
asperate job seekers are falsifying information.)
E. Failure to complete an application form probably would eliminate you from
ation as companies need the form for personnel records, insurance and social
records, employment verification, etc. Individual resumes rarely answer
of questions asked on standard application forms. (The University Career
> Career Planning workshop on Resume Writing can help you determine
ormation is appropriate and inappropriate for your resume.)
SE. "By omitting salary from the cover letter, the applicant unwittingly elimim
or herself from consideration." The reader of hundreds of responses will
or interviews applicants who provide requested information. Employers prefer
ew employees at or below the midpoint of the position's salary range. (The
ity Career Center Library contains salary survey information that can
j determine the starting salary you can expect for an entry level position
jld you have chosen.)
s Your Job Search IQ", National Business Employment Weekly. July 1,
\TION PROGRAM
ler the following responses from Co-op Afumni when asked if they
j they would be where they are professionally were it not for Coan't
say enough about the Co-op Program. I would, and do, recommend it to
>. I think it opens doors that might otherwise have not been opened."
Jeanette Meyer-Fladung, journalism major
Director of communictions,
SC Association of CPA's
>-op gave me a jump start. Interviewers considered me bolder because I had
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Debra Wanzong , finance major 4
Trust Operation Funds Administrator
NationsbanK
>-oping helped me broaden my experience in my chosen field, and also helped
3lop personally as a stronger, more assured person."
Danielle Spinicci, engineering major
Glasco
:perience is essential in finding a job in today's market."
Paul Greco, finance major
Cost Accountant
Richland Memorial Hospital