Locating Available Positions

Searching for the right job requires a significant investment of your time and energy. The Office of Career Planning maintains an on-line database of job and internship opportunities (http://www.stedwards.edu/Career Planning/onlinedatabase.htm ) that have been submitted to us. In addition, there are a number of web sites such as Monster (www.monster.com) and Hot Jobs (www.hotjobs.com) that contain thousands of job openings. You can post your resume to these web sites and may hear from interested employers.

Most companies and organizations will post their openings on their web site. Visit the site and look for a link for “jobs” or “careers”. In addition, there are sites like the Texas Workforce Commission (http://www.twc.state.tx.us/ ) that have several job sites, as well as links to all of the state agencies. If you are interested in jobs at the federal level, check out USA Jobs (www.usajobs.opm.gov).

Without a doubt, networking is the single most effective way to identify available positions. Don’t neglect this strategy. Make an appointment with a career counselor if you would like more information.

Career Fairs can play a role in your job search. Though you are not as likely to obtain a job directly through a career fair, they are excellent opportunities to learn more about a company or organization. Dress professionally, bring copies of your resume, and be prepared to ask questions about the organizations you visit.