It’s September, a time of change and transitions. You may be thinking of new employment opportunities, and we’d like to offer some resources.
The first and best place for almost any job search or training opportunity will be with our friends at the Division of Workforce Services. There are abundant resources on the website or drop by the office; both assist in finding employment, as well as job training, and resume writing and updating.
Go to jobs.utah.gov or call 801-526-WORK (9675) to find an office near you.
September also seems to be the season for job fairs, which are an excellent place to submit resumes and find out more about employment opportunities near you, or in your field.
On September 9th an online job fair, free of charge to job seekers will be held via this link:
https://tinyurl.com/bdhdjcjp
Job hunting and employment preparedness can be a bit tough as a single mother, People Helping People will be hosting a job fair and employment readiness fair:
Tuesday, October 8th, 5 – 7pm MDT, at South Salt Lake Community Center
2531 South 400 East Salt Lake City, UT 84115
Register here:
https://tinyurl.com/3ft4rt4v
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We wish you good health and much happiness.
SEPTEMBER
RESOURCES
A few more resources for our UNPHC EdX topic of the month: Employment
Here are Tips from INDEED for job seekers.
- Online job boards: What was once a corkboard in your local library has expanded to a vast online network of job opportunities. Now that most job postings are digital, it’s much easier to find the type of job you’re looking for. You can use keywords to search for your intended job title. Likewise, many online job boards allow you to share your resume and cover letter directly with an employer.
- Update your resume. Having a solid resume is one of the most important parts of finding a job because it’s an employer’s first impression of you. Make sure all of your information is current and accurate. Double-check for any grammar or formatting errors and have another person look it over, too.
- Tailor your resume and cover letter. Your application materials should always be specific to the open role. You can start with one generic copy of each and then make changes based on the responsibilities and qualifications of the job you want. Search a job posting for keywords that you can add to your resume.
- Act kindly to everyone. When entering a business, be kind to everyone you interact with. You never know if they will have input on an employer’s hiring decision.
- Be mindful of your online presence. Some hiring managers look at an applicant’s social media to learn more about them. Always be mindful of the type of content you share on social media. Keep it courteous and professional. If you don’t want an employer to see your postings, make sure to set your profiles to private.
- Apply to jobs you are underqualified for. Although you should direct your focus on jobs you’re qualified for, still feel free to apply to jobs where you may not check off every single requirement. If you think you are a good fit for the job, the employer may decide to give you an interview.
- Send follow-up emails. After talking to a recruiter or having an initial interview, always send a follow-up thank-you email the next day. Explain that you are still interested in the position and enjoyed speaking with them. This shows employers that you are courteous and professional.
- Learn job keywords. Since search engines and career websites use keywords to help you find jobs, learn which keywords correspond to the kind of job you want. Play around with different job titles that are similar to find a wider range of job postings.
