Tips for On-line Job Search
www.indeed.com
one search. all jobs.
Use these tips to search for jobs more effectively
and increase your odds of getting hired:
Ten Tips for a Successful Online Job Search
1. Choose Job Sites Carefully
Jobs are listed on thousands of different websites,
so be selective about which ones you use. As a
comprehensive search engine for jobs, Indeed.com
will help you find specialized job boards or
employer career sites that fit your interests. It will
also save you time and steer you to jobs you
won’t otherwise find.
2. Refine Your Job Search
Search using keywords and add more terms to
narrow your search. Don’t forget to specify your
location; your zip code normally works fine. Most
job sites also have an Advanced Job Search so
you can narrow your results using, for example,
a particular company name, job title, or
commuting distance.
3. Set up Email Job Alerts
Save your job searches to receive email job alerts
including new jobs matching your criteria.
Many sites also let you save any job search as an
RSS feed. This will help you apply for jobs as
soon as they are posted, making it more likely
employers will notice you.
4. Keep it Focused!
Only apply to jobs you are qualified for.
Companies notice candidates with the skills
and experience they’re looking for. If you don’t
have these, your resume will be ignored.
5. Watch Out for Scam Job Listings
Be careful if you see job listings promising quick
and easy income, or requiring a fee or your social
security number in order to apply - they’re likely
to be scams.
6. Write a Customized Cover Letter
A well-written cover letter that is customized to
the company or individual recipient shows you
are serious. Try to show how your qualifications
and experience relate to the company’s needs.
7. Post Your Resume
Posting your resume to job boards helps
companies find you online. Bear in mind that
anyone may be able to see it, including your
current employer. Most job sites give you the
option of posting anonymously, although
companies may then be less likely to contact you.
8. Clean Up Your Act
Check your resume and cover letters for typos
and grammatical errors. Use consistent font sizes
and formatting in your resume. Potential employers
may look at any online profile of yours, so keep
them up-to-date and free of content that would
embarrass you.
9. Do Your Research
Spend time on the company’s website and learn
as much as you can about the firm’s products and
services. Read up on company news and trends
in the industry – use sites like Wikipedia and
ZoomInfo. Find out who is interviewing and
Google their names to learn about them. If you
know anyone who works at a company you are
applying to, try to speak with them first for advice.
10. Know Your Salary
Once companies are ready to make you an offer,
they’re likely to discuss your salary needs. If you’re
armed with objective salary information, you’ll be
in a better position to negotiate. Try Indeed’s
Salary Search at www.indeed.com/salary.
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