Questions Are you doing any part-time jobs? Why - why not? What would you do if you wanted to get a part-time

job? What kind of part-time jobs are available for students

in Serbia? Do you think you can handle both a part-time job and

your studies?

Please watch the video and think about

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• The tips in How to get a job • Talk about them.

Vacancies Companies advertise the vacant position in a national newspaper or on a jobs website. A job advertisement contains concise information on:

the job opening, duties and requirements, the deadline for submission.

They also use employment or recruitment agencies and outside specialists called headhunters.

Job application

The hiring process starts with job application.It can be made either by:

completing an application form sending in a Curriculum Vitae – CV (a resume

Am.E).

CV

It is a written compilation of candidate’s: education, work experience, credentials, skills accomplishments.

CV

A CV is a marketing tool used to promote ourselves to potential employers for the purpose of obtaining an interview. It needs to be consistent, concise, clear and easy to read.

Types of CVs chronological, functional, targeted CVs.

A chronological CV starts by listing your work history in reverse

chronological order with your current, or most recent job, first.

A functional CV focuses on your skills and experience, rather

than on your chronological work history.

A targeted CV specifically highlights the experience and

skills relevant to the job you are applying for.

A cover letter A cover letter (a job application letter)

accompanies the CV . It provides additional information on your

skills and experience and the reasons for your interest in the specific organization.

A cover letter should complement, not duplicate, your CV and add a personal touch.

Procedures

Upon receiving job applications, companies start looking at the background of candidates

The most interested candidates may be invited to a group discussion before conducting screening interviews with each candidate.

Testing

Companies may also decide to conduct pre-employment tests to assess the applicants’ intelligence and personality.

The types of tests and selection procedures depend on the job opening.

The tests include cognitive tests, personality tests, medical examinations, sample job tasks, physical ability tests, etc.

A job interview

Attending a job interview requires good preparation.

Firstly, it is essential to prepare responses for the typical interview questions.

You are supposed to impress the interviewer with your knowledge, confidence and expertise.

Thank you letter You will also discover about the company

and the job which you can include specific points in the responses you give.

After each interview in the interviewing process, it is important to follow-up by sending a letter or an email to your interviewers thanking them for taking the time to meet with and reiterating your interest in the vacancy.

Interview

If these are positive, the shortlisted candidates are invited for more interviews to discuss their experience, skills, work history, availability, and the qualifications the company is seeking.

Shortlist Successful applicants are then shortlisted

and their references are checked by contacting their referees – previous employers, teachers and others who provided the applicant with a recommendation letter.

In the process of job hunting it is important to: know the process, learn the steps to completing a successful

job search, review the “must have” marketing tools, introduce job hunting resources, prepare to start search.

Job Hunting Resources Family & Friends

They know of your interests and abilities and think best

Networking Make use of personal connections when searching

for job opportunities (teachers, coaches, family friends, etc.)

“Help Wanted” Listings Newspaper, online

Job Hunting Resources Employment Agencies

Help people find jobs by matching applicants’ qualifications with job openings

Public agencies are free; Private agencies charge fees

Career Counselors & Advisors At schools and at colleges

Employment Websites Post your resume so employers can search for you Monster.com, Hotjobs.com, CareerBuilder.com

Is That Job Right For You?1. Evaluate yourself.

2. Evaluate the job.

Evaluate Yourself

What skills do you have to offer? Are they transferable skills? Are they job-specific skills?

Evaluate Yourself Identify career and life values, goals and

objectives What sort of job am I looking for? Where do I want to work and value in my

work? Realistically assess your strengths,

weaknesses, skills, and abilities

Evaluate The Job Identify and rank information on companies:

Are they the largest? Fastest growing? Most profitable?

Research annual reports

Evaluate The Job Required education or training

Do you need a college degree? Will there be on-the-job training?

Compensation and benefits What is the wage/salary? Is there potential for

raises?

Fringe Benefit: Something you receive at little or no cost (paid vacation, sick leave, child care, health insurance, etc.)

Evaluate The Job Nature of the work

What is your job description? What will you be doing?

Working conditions The work environment. Inside or outside? Independently or with others? Location (commute)? Work schedule? Travel

requirements?

Job outlook Are there jobs available? Are there future

opportunities in this occupation?

Good luck.