Career Resource Centre
The Career Resource Centre (CRC) is your doorway to an exciting adventure in the rest of your life! We are here to provide you with tools, information and assistance so you can achieve your goals. Need help with setting your goals, developing your resume and cover letter? Connect with us.
Please drop by the Center at the New Westminster Campus or if you would like to set an appointment time call 604-527-5526.
Here and There
Career Fairs Game Plan:
1. Find out which companies are attending - Think - potential possibilities
2. Target and research the ones you like - and look at the ones you don't, you might surprise yourself
3. Prepare a list of questions - also for your part have your elevator pitch* ready
4. Bring business cards and/or resumes - yes, it's never too early to have a business card
5. Dress appropriately - you want to impress and to show your serious. Jeans and a T-shirt just won't cut it!
6. Network - good time to talk to recruiters. Take the time to practice #3 and develop your networking skills
7. Don't get sidetracked by swag. - Remember what you came to make connections
* Elevator pitch is a term used to describe how in 30 to 60 seconds you tell them what you are about. The following link will explain it precisely: http://www.dumblittleman.com/2007/08/how-to-craft-killer-elevator-pitch-that.html
Get a jump on YOUR competion
jobpostings magainze has produced an excellent issue entitled 'First and Second Year Planning Guide - an essential tool for students who want to get a head start on their lives after graduation. Pick up a copy of this issue in Room 4600 at the New West Campus.