2. INTRODUCTION
Online Job Search is an excellent
tool to utilize when searching for
employment.
It allows you the opportunity to
register on different sites, creating
profiles highlighting your skill sets
for potential positions you are
interested in obtaining.
3. BENEFITS OF ONLINE JOB SEARCH
Privacy
No Travel required
Convenience
Can access multiple sites at a time (Monster,
CareerBuilder, Jobing, Indeed, LinkedIn, etc.)
4. COMMON FRUSTRATIONS
Follow-up/responses are not always as
guaranteed
Online sites may lack complete details
regarding the position (job
description, hours, location, salary,
availability, etc.)
May be difficult for those with limited
to no technological experience
5. JOB SEARCH 101
In order to conduct an online job search you must
first select a website.
Example #1 –
www.jobing.com
6. JOB SEARCH 101
Once on the site you will be able to register/sign-
up following basic instructions. Your name,
address, phone number, email are required. From
there you can provide your education and work
experience as well as any additional skills
pertinent to your potential opportunity.
The next two slides will demonstrate locating the
website and instructions
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9. JOB SEARCH 101
After you register your profile on the website, you
can begin searching for jobs based on your
background and interests.
All Jobs on the site are clustered by main
categories. To search within a particular field,
select the appropriate link and view jobs in that
category.
The next two slides will demonstrate these options.
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12. JOB SEARCH 101
After selecting the position you are interested in
viewing, you will be able to read the job
description/details, requirements, location, and any
other information related to the job opportunity.
If further interested in the position, you can submit
your resume (unless there is a request to apply
directly through the company website).
The next three slides will provide an example of
this process.
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16. JOB SEARCH 101
After submitting your resume and cover letter (It is
important to create a cover letter with your resume
as most companies will not read the resume
without one) you will receive confirmation of your
submission.
Confirmation will also be sent to the email address
you registered with as well.
The next two slides demonstrate these steps.
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19. CONCLUSION
With all of these steps combined, you can
successfully begin your Online Job Search.
Best wishes on your online job search!
KLC 4-2010
20. Additional Resources
To view this information as a webpage click the
link below:
http://portal.sliderocket.com/BPWYQ/Copy-of-
Internet-for-Education-_-EME6936-_-Online-Job-
Search---Kameshia-L.-Collins
