If you're searching for work while in school or after graduation, this job market requires you to expand your efforts.  Start with us - Career & Employment Services.

BASIC APPROACH (moderately effective) – where most people spend too much time for too few opportunities waiting for employers to post opportunities through public media

 

Online Search Engines using keywords, industry categories, job types, and zip codes

·         SCCC’s EASE system (www.sunysccc.edu/ces) - for SCCC students/alumni only

·         Indeed.com (consolidates niche and local job boards / Email Alerts)

·         Capitalareahelpwanted.com (post resume for review by local employers and agencies)

·         Chamber of Commerce Homepages (Post your resume or review job postings)

·         Government Sites (NYS / County Civil Service, Federal Agencies, Unified Court System)

 

Printed Publications (many may offer an online version)

·         Local Newspapers and Employment Guides

·         Capital District Business Review (lists new businesses and industry connections)

·         Local/National Industry Publications / Websites (industry specific classified sections)

 

Staffing Services / Employment Agencies

·         Use 2-4 different agencies that specialize in your occupational area

·         Never pay to use a service – the employer should be paying the fees

 

EXPANDED APPROACH (most effective) – what most people avoid because it takes regular investment of time and energy to develop relationships that generate future opportunities

 

Create an Advisement Team to explore careers and find opportunities through the hidden job market

·         Career Counselors, Employment Specialists, Internship Coordinators

·         Professors, Instructors, and Academic Advisors

·         Program Coordinators, Student Activities Supervisors, Coaches, Club Advisors

·         Classmates, Alumni and other College Partners

·         Current Supervisors, Company Representatives, Mentors

·         Professional Association & Community Group Members

·         Professionals and experts from online communities

 

Create a Networking List of people and find ways to support them while showcasing your talents

·         Family and relatives

·         Classmates and friends

·         Social Networking Members

·         Current co-workers, supervisors, company management (paid, volunteer, internships)

·         Past co-workers, supervisors, company management (paid, volunteer, internships)

·         Neighbors and community groups you belong to (athletic, civic, school, etc.)

·         College professors, advisors, professional staff, program coordinators, office staff

·         Professional and trade association members

 

Develop a Company Lead List using online and printed directories of organizations that hire people with related talents, experience and education.

·         Career Service Office Employer Directory / EASE

·         Industry Related Directories

·         Chambers of Commerce Business Directories

·         Professional Associations Membership Directory

·         College Alumni Directories

·         Social Networking Group Searches

 

Once you have targeted people and companies that are related to your career interests, research their organization and develop a prospecting letter that communicates your understanding of their mission and how you can contribute to it.  Follow up in 3-4 weeks if there’s no response to ensure receipt of your resume and request a meeting.