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Finding a job can be a difficult task - especially
if you're a student. But with the proper attitude, you should be
able to find a job in no time.
Before you start, you must set realistic
goals:
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You can't expect to get a well-paying job if you
don't have any experience.
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You can't be manager the first day you start; you
have to work your way up the ranks.
If you're just starting out, be prepared for tough
days. Employers are always looking for experienced job candidates, and
some don't even accept students. But to make yourself irresistible,
get experience by being involved in extra-curricular
activities like volunteering, sports, and clubs. Believe or not, employers
will choose you over the other guy with the same work experience, if you
have more community involvement.
Are you looking for a part-time,
summer
job, or career-based position?
Here's a list of places you'll
find job postings:
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The Classifieds Section of your local newspaper
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Your high school's Guidance Office bulletin
board
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Human Resources Canada - Check the Blue Pages
of your phone book for the location nearest you.
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Your local university's Student Services Job Bank
- Though geared more towards university sttudents, there may be some postings
that high school students way qualify for.
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Your local municipality - They usually have
summer positions available for students.
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Ask your neighbours if their employer requires
student help.
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Head right to the company and ask for available
positions.
 Be wary of quick-rich schemes
that can be found in all newspapers. Many of these so-called businesses
avoid telling you the name of their company until the 'training session.'
An example of this type of scam would be "$18.95/hour minimum" jobs selling
merchandise such as kitchen utensils (knives, scissor, etc.) It ends
up being a scheme in which you sell products (mostly to family and friends
- because they feel sorry for you since noo one else wants to buy them)
and you are only paid for the time you actually 'sell' the items. The time
you spend looking for customers is on your own time. If it sounds
too good to be true, it probably is!
On that note, it should
be mentioned that some Internet companies will pay you to use their free
product, and they actually do PAY you. For a more in depth look at such
Programs, click here.
There are also three good sites specifically designed for students looking
for work:
Here's a list of places you can look for real
career-based job postings:
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The Classifieds Section of the newspaper
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Human Resources Canada - Check the Blue Pages
of your phone book for the location nearest you or visit Campus
Worklink
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+Jobs Canada
- A Canada-wide Internet job database withh thousands of jobs at your fingertips.
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GradHires - Canadian career portal
for recent University, College, and Professional Institution grads.
Provides both entry-level and mid-level employment opportunities from progressive
firms throughout Canada.
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Career Journals like the Employment
News, The
Employment & Business Journal
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Job banks on the Web:
Monster,
Career
Mosaic Most of these types of services now allow you to post your resume
on-line for free.
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Individual Corporate web sites usually invite visitors to email
them a copy of their resumes.
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Ask friends and neighbours if their employer is hiring.
Only 30% of available
jobs are advertised. It's up to you to find the other seventy percent.
Good Luck!
I've found job postings, but how should I apply?
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