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March 5, 2013

UC-Main Function Room

J O B H U N T I N G

S E M I N A R

College of Allied Engineering


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HOW TO START THE SEARCH?

Plan of ction

It is a tool to break a large task into manageable

steps, to set priorities, to set the action into a

sensible sequence, and to structure these into a

time-frame for ones reference.


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5 Factors in Developing Job

Search

Clear understanding and statement of careerobjectiveKnow what resources are available to youAcquire knowledge of the particular jobs andcompanies in which you are interestedKnow yourselfBe prepared to present yourself as effectively aspossible


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Job Listings

Chamber of Commerce

Directories

Professional

Organizations

Alumni Associations

Public EmploymentService Office

Newspaper

Advertisements

JOB SEARCH RESOURCES

Networking

Interview for Information

Past Experience such asPrevious Employment

and Volunteer Work

Internships

University Job PlacementOffice

Job Listings

Chamber of Commerce

Directories

Professional

Organizations

Alumni Associations

Public EmploymentService Office

Newspaper

Advertisements

Networking

Interview for Information

Past Experience such asPrevious Employment

and Volunteer Work

Internships

University Job PlacementOffice


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JOB OPPORTUNITIES

Engineering Graduates can be a StructuralDesignerConsultant

ConstructionContractor

ProjectPlannerManager

Researcher

QualityControlEngineer

CollegeProfessor


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JOB OPPORTUNITIES

Engineering Graduates can be employed in ElectricCompany

ConstructionFirms

WaterDistrictCompany

Otherrelatedgovernment&privateagencies


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Application

Letter


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A good cover letter indicates your ability to

communicate with others.

According to Arlene Vernon, "It allows you to

talk in your own voice, l ink your exper iences to

the specif ic job opening, share your special

abil i ties and show that you can write cohesivelyand effectively, which is important in any job."

Importance of a Cover Letter


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APPLICATION LETTER WRITING TIPS

What should be in the application letterThe first paragraph of the application letter states

which position you are applying for and where youreceived this information.

(ADDRESS) Dear Mr. Smith

(STATEMENT) This letter is in response to your

advertisement for a Structural Engineer, whichappeared in the Sun Star Daily last Sunday, March 3,2013.


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The next paragraph should give a brief

statement on your qualifications.

(EXPERIENCE) I earned my Bachelor of

Science degree in Civil Engineering from theUniversity of Cebu. I have undergone 360hours of internship at Primary Sructuresunder the supervision of Mr. Benedict Cruz.

In my stint with Primary Structures, I wastrained intensively on the areas such asplanning, design and operation of buildings,bridges and construction materials.


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Your next statement and paragraph should

include your desire for the position and a

commitment to contact them to arrange for a

personal interview.

(DESIRE & COMMITMENT)I feel my skills,

background and desire make me a perfect match

for the position. My resume, alone, cannot fullyexplain all of my accomplishments and

qualifications, therefore, I would appreciate the

opportunity to explain in person how I can benefit

(COMPANYS NAME). If you have any questionsregarding my qualifications you can reach me at

(PHONE/CELL NUMBER).


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You should close with a THANK YOU and your

anticipation of the interview. For example:

(CLOSING) Thank you for your consideration and Ilook forward for an interview at your most convenienttime.

To close the letter use sincerely, respectfully, and besure to sign the letter. For example:

Sincerely,

Kieth Anthony T. Yu


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March 5, 2013

MS. CLAIRE MAGDAMITDirector of Human Resource

WT Construction

Cebu City

Dear Ms. Magdamit:

This letter is in response to your advertisement for a Structural Engineer, whichappeared in the Sun Star Daily last Sunday, March 3, 2013.

I earned my Bachelor of Science degree in Civil Engineering from theUniversity of Cebu. I have undergone 360 hours of internship at Primary

Sructures under the supervision of Mr. Benedict Cruz. In my stint with Primary

Structures, I was trained intensively on the areas such as planning, design

and operation of buildings, bridges and construction materials.


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(DESIRE & COMMITMENT) I feel my skills, background and desire make me aperfect match for the position. My resume, alone, cannot fully explain all of my

accomplishments and qualifications, therefore, I would appreciate the opportunity to

explain in person how I can benefit (COMPANYSNAME). If you have any questions

regarding my qualifications you can reach me at (PHONE/CELL NUMBER).Thank you for your consideration and I look forward for an interview at your mostconvenient time.

To close the letter use sincerely, respectfully, and be sure to sign the letter. For

example:

Sincerely,

Keith Anthony T. Yu


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RESUME WRITING TIPS

Why a resume? The resume is an advertisement

.It has one specific purpose:

to win an interview


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Resume Writing Tips

Keep it concise.

Make your word count. Make the most of your experience.

Dont neglect appearance.

Eliminate superfluous details.


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Basic Information to Be Included in

the Resume

HeadingResume ProfilePersonal Profile

EducationHonorsSkills

Experiences/ Volunteer Work/sSeminars AttendedReferences


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KEITH ANTHONY T. YU

Phase 2 Blk 4 San Antonio Drive, Cebu City

Tel. No. (032) 255-1234Mobile Phone No. 09197654321

Email Address: [email protected]

RESUME PROFILE

To gain a position that will enable me to use my strong organizational skills,educational background, and ability to work well with people.

PERSONAL PROFILE

Date of Birth : January 5, 1992

Age : 21 years oldSex : Male

Civil Status : Single

Nationality : Filipino

Religion : Roman Catholic


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EDUCATIONAL BACKGROUND

March 2013 UNIVERSITY OF CEBU

Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineer

March 2006 UNIVERSITY OF CEBU

High School Diploma

March 2002 CITY CENTRAL ELEMENTARY SCHOOLElementary Diploma

Salutatorian


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WORK EXPERIENCES

On the Job-Trainee Primary Structure

November 2012January 2013

Dining Crew JOLLIBEE FOOD, INC.

January 2008March 2009

ORGANIZATIONAL AFFILIATIONS

June 2008March 2013 PHILIPPINE INSTITUTE OF CIVIL ENGINEERS


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SEMINARS ATTENDED

March 5, 2013 JOB HUNTING SEMINAR

University of Cebu Function Room

(seminars related to course attended)

PERSONAL REFERENCES

MR. BENEDICT BANQUIL

Dean, College of Allied Engineering

University of CebuMain CampusTel. No. (032) 255-7777 loc. 133

MR. BENEDICT CRUZ

Supervisor

Primary Structure

Tel. No. (032) 255-0987


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TIPS

use a clean sheet of short sized bond paper.

choose a standard size professional font such

as Times New Roman or Aria l in 11 or 12 po int

size

use bullets, sections headings or related

indicators to help readers easily focus on specific

elements of your resume.

always leave at least a one inch margin on all

sides.

limit resume to 1 or 2 pages.


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nterview


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What is an Interview?

It is a process in which a potential employee is evaluatedby an employer for prospective employment in theircompany, organization or firm.

It is the only thing standing between you and the position ofyour choice. Therefore, the interviewer needs to ask youquestions that will answer the questions:

Who are you? Can you do the job?

Will you do the job?

Will you fit in?

How much will you costs?


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Importance of Interview

To find out how qualified the applicant is for the

vacancy

To give the applicant the information he needs in

order to decide whether or not he will take the

job if offered to him

To create goodwill for the company


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Elements of a Successful Interview

BEFORE THE INTERVIEW

Know yourself.

Know the company.

Practice answering common interview questions.

Consider doing a mock interview with a friend.

Prepare a list of 3-4 questions to ask an employer.


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DURING THE

INTERVIEW

Make sure you arrive a few minutes early.

Greet the interviewer by name. Offer a

firm handshake and warm smile. Maintain

eye contact.

Be aware of nonverbal communication.

When making assertions about yourself,

offer examples from past positions thatvalidate your claims.

Answer questions as truthfully as you can.


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Top 10 Reasons for Rejection

Inability to express oneself clearly

Uncertainty about goals

Poor personal appearance

Lack of interest in the job

Too interested in the salary or vacation

Lack of courtesy, maturity or tact

Uninformed about the company ororganization

Sloppy Resume

Lack of confidence or overconfidence


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Areas Evaluated During the Interview

Emotional Maturity

Self-confidence

Creativeness/InitiativeValue System

Dependability

Attitude towards the jobAttitude towards others

Communication skills


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JOB INTERVIEW QUESTIONS

(About You)

Tell me about yourself.

Keep your answers to one or two minutes. Focus on your

positive traits and what you can do for the company.

What are you interests?

Show that you lead a balanced life. For example, talk

about books, films, and activities you do outside work.

Can you work under pressure and beat deadlines?

Yes. Quite simply, it is a way of life in the business.


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(About You)

How do you handle stress and pressure?

Stress is very important to me. With stress, I do the best possible

job. I need stress to stay motivated and productive.

I actually work better under pressure and Ive found that I enjoy

working in a challenging environment. Prioritizing my

responsibilities so I have a clear idea of what needs to be done has

helped me effectively manage under pressure.

How would your colleagues or supervisor describe you?

My colleagues and supervisor have described me as a dependable

worker. My supervisor has appreciated that I prioritize tasks and

manage my responsibilities so that he can rely on me.


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JOB INTERVIEW QUESTIONS(About The New Job and Company)

Why should we hire you?

Because of knowledge, experiences, abilities and skills.

Why do you want to work for us?I want to be a part of an exciting forward-moving

company.

(You can make a definite contribution to specific company

goals.)

What do you look for in a job?

A job that provides an opportunity to use my skills, to

perform and be recognized.


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(Salary)

How much are you looking for?

Answer with a question, i.e., What is the salary range

for similar jobs in your company? If they didnt give an

answer, then give a range of what you understand you

are worth to be in the market place.

How much would you expect if we offer you thisposition?

Say something like: My understanding is that a job like

the one you are describing me may be in the range of


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(The Future)

What are your goals for the next five or ten years?

My long term goals involve growing with a company where Ican continue to learn, take on additional responsibilities, andcontribute as much of value as I can. I see myself as a top

performing employee in a well established organization likethis one. I plan on enhancing my sills and continuing myinvolvement in related professional associations.

How do you plan to achieve these goals?

I plan on gaining additional skills by taking related classes andcontinuing my involvement with a variety of professionalassociations. I will continue my professional development byparticipating in conferences, attending seminars andcontinuing my education.


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DRESS FOR SUCCESS

Dress conservatively to play it safe.

For ladies, wear a crisp blazer and slack or adecent skirt.

Use natural looking make-up and clear nailpolish.

Wear conservative heeled shoes.

Add accessories to express your personalityand accentuate your best features.

Do not carry a purse with a briefcase.


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DRESS FOR

SUCCESS Gentlemen can don a long-sleeved shirt andtie, slacks and leather shoes.

A short hair cut and no facial hair is expected.

Minimize jewelry. Cologne should never be

strong.

Make sure your grooming is impeccable.

Finally check your attire in the restroom justbefore your interview for a final assessment

of your appearance.


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Good

Luck!!!The elvator of success is out of order.Youll have to use the stairs.....

One step at a time.

Rande Wilson

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