As promised here is the first newsletter about employment. I know many of you are focusing on school and haven’t yet had a chance to look at some employment options. Perhaps you looked but couldn’t find anything that worked with your schedule. Well, whatever the case is, please see some information below regarding the topic.
Remember, NETWORKING is key! How many of you know what our stake president does for a living? In fact, how many of you even know his name? See, there’s something you can start working on…
Please see below for some of what’s happening this week employment-wise.
FEATURED SERVICE – For workshops, please go here. Great resources and most of them free!!! http://ccc.byu.edu/workshops
FEATURED FULL-TIME JOBS – Here is a list of a couple of websites that you can find some information on full-time jobs. The amount of jobs is simply too long for me to list them and this e-mail. The majority of the jobs listed here, may require a bachelors degree. However, not all of them need a four-year degree.
How many of you have seen the show Dirty Jobs on the Discovery Channel? Well the host of that show has created a website solely dedicate to helping you get a job. Some of which are the same jobs on see on the show. Go check it out: http://www.mikeroweworks.com/jobsite/jobs/?trade=default&state=UT
If you want to work with education go to: http://higheredjobs.com/
If you speark Spanish or is Hispanic, well there’s a website focused simply on that job market: http://www.latpro.com/index.php?wf=nshpfrm
Have you ever wanted to work with a film or TV crew? Here’s an address with some of those jobs available: http://www.b-roll.net/jobs/
A great resource is also Creative Cow. Their listings include jobs for multimedia (graphic design), film and TV. Take a look: http://forums.creativecow.net/cowjobboard
FEATURED PART-TIME JOBS – Some of the part-time jobs currently listed at BYU:
| Administrative Secretary | Job ID: 5108 |
Provide secretarial support for 6 Library Administrators
Edit and create documents and presentations
Answer questions from patrons and library employees
Take minutes in library meetings
Help plan and organize conferences, meetings and events
General secretarial duties
Other projects as they arise Qualifications:
Longevity preferred
OST, including spelling and proofreading--60+ wpm required on typing test
Proficient in using Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook
Excellent customer service and telephone skills
Good note-taking, writing and editing skills
Self-motivated, with maturity to stay on task
Maintain confidentiality
Pay great attention to detail and be able to handle stressful situations
Preferred Qualifications:
English Major
Knowledge of WordPerfect
Additional Information Job type: Other Job category: Work-study Location: On-campus Hours per week: 20 Number of positions: 1 Hourly wage: Work days/times: 8am - 12pm; M-F Start / Finish date: Immediately Position type: Clerical, Library Application Instructions:
To work on campus, students must present their social security card for IRS purposes.
Take OST in Student Employment Services-2024 WSC. Email current resume and OST scores to lao_secretary@byu.edu. We will contact you to set up an interview.
| Barber/Stylist | Job ID: 5145 |
The qualified applicant will be responsible for all aspects of a stylist/client relationship. Varied work schedule and some weekend work required. Product sales and cash register skills will be needed. Qualifications:
Utah State Cosmetology/Barber License Required. Skilled in both Men's and Women's Haircuts. Able to work and communicate with clients. Friendly and out-going personality. Willingness to work flexible hours. BYU Honor Code standards apply. Experience preferred.
Additional Information Job type: Other Job category: Work-study Location: On-campus Hours per week: 20 Number of positions: 2 Hourly wage: $9.00 Work days/times: varies Start / Finish date: ASAP Position type: Miscellaneous Application Instructions:
To work on campus, students must present their social security card for IRS purposes.
Qualified applicants can bring a resume to Dan Thomas, BYU Barbershop/Salon, 1030 WSC.
| Catering Cook M-F 3pm-7pm | Job ID: 2997 |
Cooking for BYU Catering, making sauces, meats, pasta and more everyday. Fast-paced, fun environment.
50% off card for Cougareat!
Qualifications:
Do not apply if you cannot work the full times and days (exception: you may come in a few minutes late or leave a few minutes early if you have class).
Cooking experience preferred, but not required.
Will need to get a Food-Handlers permit and Hazcom certification after employment.
Additional Information Job type: Other Job category: Work-study Location: On-campus Hours per week: 20 Number of positions: 2 Hourly wage: $7.25 Work days/times: M-F 3pm-7pm Start / Finish date: ASAP Position type: Dining Services Application Instructions:
To work on campus, students must present their social security card for IRS purposes.
Apply online and LEAVE A CURRENT PHONE NUMBER or email Erin at erinthompson88@gmail.com with your resume, current phone number and position you are applying for.
| Student Machinist | Job ID: 9592 |
Run manual lathes and mills and other machine tools to produce parts and projects. Perform other shop duties such as material handling, cutting and shop cleanup. Qualifications:
Must have some experience with lathes, mills other machine tools and measurement tools. Should be able to read simple blueprints/drawings.
Additional Information Job type: Other Job category: Location: On-campus Hours per week: 10-12 Number of positions: 1 Hourly wage: $9.00 Work days/times: M-F 8:00am-5:00pm Start / Finish date: ASAP Position type: Miscellaneous Application Instructions:
To work on campus, students must present their social security card for IRS purposes.
Please deliver resume to:
therin@byu.edu
or
108A CTB
FEATURED INTERVIEW QUESTION – Okay, you have worked very hard to finish your resume. You have met with consultants, maybe a professor, whoever, and finally you submit your resume for the job. Before you know it, they select you among the applicants for an interview. What was excitement quickly turns into anxiety and self-doubt: Can I do this? Am I ready? Will I know the answers?
Don't sweat it friend, every week I am going to put on interview questions in this section with the three available answers to choose from. I will then explain which answer suits the employer best. As you see these answers try to tailor them in your own words. What would you say? Why would you say such a thing? To let you know there are two main types of interview questions: 1. A general question and 2. A behavioral question. I'm going to include one question of each. Here we go:
GENERAL QUESTION
“Tell me about a time when you had to deal with an angry customer." Select the strongest answer.
(A) A woman called and was yelling about a product that didn't work. I listened and let her vent. I then made sure that I understood all the facts and told her that I would call her back within the next two hours. I did some research and found that her product was still under warranty and that we could send her a replacement product at no charge. I called her back, and she was glad to hear that. She thanked me and asked for my supervisor's name so that she could report my efficient service.
(B) Since I work in customer service, this happens every day. Someone calls and yells at me, and I have to take it. Sometimes I can help the customer by making a suggestion or referring the customer somewhere else, but not always. I just try to stay calm and not get irritated. I know that the customers aren't yelling at me and that they are really frustrated. I try to help as much as I can.
(C) Every time I get one of these angry people, I have to just sit and listen. Some days it is difficult to hear all the complaints, but that's the nature of the job. I just try not to take it personally and get through the day.
Answer do you think is the best? What would you choose? Why?
Below you will find which answer is the most preferred by employers.
The strongest answer is A. This answer is the strongest one because it provides a specific example of your experience in dealing with an angry customer. The interviewer can recognize through your example skills that are relevant to the job: communication, listening skills, good customer service skills, patience, the ability to research facts, and good follow-through.
The mediocre answer is B. This is not as strong an answer because it lacks an example. The interviewer may sense a good work ethic and attitude but doesn't hear an example of how you handled a stressful situation or learn about any experiences you have had in dealing with customers. This represents a missed opportunity.
The weakest answer is C. This is the weakest answer because it has a negative tone; it is almost whiny. It does not demonstrate an attitude that is supportive of customer service and does not offer any examples of the skills you have used to deal with situations like this one. The interviewer does not learn how you'd deal with customers from this answer.
Behavioral question
"Your resume states that you're a hard worker. Can you give me an example of a time when you work hard?"
(A) I always tried to get the work done on time. Sometimes that means working overtime. Sometimes I can't get all my work done during the day and am willing to stay late to finish up. There have been times when I just couldn't get everything done no matter how hard I work. I always do my best to meet deadlines, but sometimes you just have to let go. I would rather do it right and be late then do it wrong and be on time.
(B) I am a very hard worker. I am always punctual and get my work done. The tighter the deadline is, the harder I work. I plan my day so that I am never late with my work, and I always meet deadlines. If you asked my last boss, he would tell you what a hard worker I am. I do what ever I have to do to get the job done.
(C) My boss had a really important project, and it didn't look like we were going to make the deadline. I volunteered to do some late nights and weekends. My boss and two other coworkers worked seven straight days with no time off. My piece of the project was to coordinate all the information and enter the data. It was a real team effort, but we were able to meet the deadline, and that made my boss look good. He rewarded us all for our efforts.
The strongest answer is C. This is the strongest answer because it gives a specific example of going "above and beyond" what was expected. Some of the skills that appear in this answer are initiative, teamwork, coordination skills, a great attitude, and a cooperative spirit—and a willingness to make the boss look good.
The mediocre answer is B. This is not as strong an answer. It provides all the right traits—punctual, conscientious, good attitude—but no examples of using those traits in an actual situation. This answer does benefit from the endorsement from your boss. Bringing the boss into the story is a great way to strengthen the story.
The weakest answer is A. This is the weakest answer because it does not include an example of working hard and emphasizes meeting deadlines, which is not quite the same scale. The interviewer could get the idea that you miss deadlines and have a difficult time keeping up with the workload. This answer needs to emphasize the times you stayed late and why the workload was too big to handle.
THE JACKPOT TIP – If you could do one thing that perhaps would put you ahead of the competition, what would it be? This week’s tip: Study your employer. Most employers want to know that you, as a candidate for the job, is interested in knowing what it takes to do the job. Ask questions related to the job, before and during the interview. Ask the prospective employer how success can be measured through one's performance. Such questions will show that you are interested in the position and has done the necessary homework regarding the available spot.
CAREER FAIRS – this is what is happening this week for career fairs:
BYU is having it's own career fair this week September 30th 2009
For more information please log on to: http://ccc.byu.edu/career-fair-main-page
Remember to research the prospective employers who will be there.
If you have made it to the bottom of this congratulations! Now go get hired! ;-)
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