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Anne Wight's Guidelines to Job Search


Inclusion in Anne's guidelines does not imply endorsement by MSCCN but rather is intended to provide
an additional source of information for applicants. MSCCN thanks Anne for her commitment to us and
for helping others in their employment search! (See full disclaimer by clicking here)

Read Anne's recent article on "Non-Profiteering".

How to Begin

Actively networking is the main key to changing jobs or careers.

The web resources listed here can be used to gain a better understanding of various career options,
your own interests, and the companies you are considering for employment. After reviewing the
overview, explore your interests, values, skills, and experience to see how they fit into today's
overall job market.

Next, start networking with friends and family to have them assist in your search. This is the best
time in your search to work with MSCCN because we can extend your networking into corporate
America's HR departments.

Next, narrow your search to specific occupations in specific companies located at specific locations.
Develop targeted resumes, fine-tune your interview skills, and practice salary negotiation. You will be
ready for that perfect job when it appears because you know yourself, the labor market, the
companies, and have obtained the skills to present yourself on paper (resumes) and in person
(interviews)!


What to Examine
   

An Overview of the Job Search Process

     What Color is Your Parachute: The Net Guide  Timeless advice from Richard Bolles
     How to Prepare for a Job Search  From the Riley Guide
     Ask the Headhunter  Up-to-date, practical advice on the total job hunt
     Negative Credit Can SQUEEZE a Job Search
       Advice from the Federal Trade Commission on credit reports and job searches
     Official web site for the free credit report  (score costs a little)
     My FICO  Learn about credit scoring from the company who invented it  

         

Choosing or Developing Your Career

     Career Development Manual  Valuable information from the University of Waterloo
     Links to Career Planning Web sites  Excellent resource on Internet sites for Career Development
     Kiersey Temperament Sorter  A short, electronic personality test
     Personality Types and the Workplace  Myers-Briggs types explained
     Job Star  Career planning information. Don't miss the Career Guides!
     America's Career Infonet  A new, comprehensive site
     Occupational Outlook Handbook  Official occupational forecasts from the Bureau of Labor Statistics
     State Occupational Projections  From the Bureau of Labor Statistics
     Labor Market Information by State  Labor Market Information by State Provided by Yahoo
     O*Net Online  Occupational Information and Skills Search
    


Where to Look
   

Employer Profiles

     Hoovers Online  Self-claimed "the ultimate source for company information"
     EDGAR Database of Corporate Information  US Securities & Exchange Commission
     Yahoo Company Profiles  Company profiles on Yahoo
     Manta  Employer profiles from Manta
     Super Pages  Yellow Page listing of businesses on SuperPages
     NationJob  Alphabetical list by company name
     Vault  Company search
    


Resume Writing, Interviewing, and Negotiation
   

Selected Resources from the Internet

     Susan Ireland  Resume and cover letter guidance and examples

     Susan Ireland's Web Site in Spanish  For Spanish speaking job seekers

     GIJobCoach   "I Write Resumes For Veterans"
     Writing and Formatting a Scannable Resume  DoL Information, Very Important to Know
     Electronic Resume Writing  How to write an electronic resume for the Internet
     E-Resume Tutorial  To use for scannable or e-mail resumes
     Cover Letters  From Virginia Tech
     Resume Samples  From Fast Track
     Portfolio Development  For those who need one  
     Interview Do's and Don'ts  Tips for a successful interview
     Favorite Interview Questions  Prepare yourself by answering these ahead of time
     Behavioral Interviews  Prepare for behavioral interviews (don't skip this one)
     Salary Calculator  Relocation impact on salary level
     Susan Ireland's Salary Negotiation  Applicable to all
     Salary Negotiation Strategy  Not for beginners
    


Jobs
   

Job Banks

     America's Job Bank  Well-known and comprehensive, its State Gateway (far right) lists resources by state
     TurboTap  For transitioning military
     Air Force Crossroads Employment Section  From the official AF web site for families
     6 Figure Jobs  Executive job search
     NationJob Network  "P. J. Scout" will help you
     City Guide  Choose a city, enter "jobs" in the search block
     Overseas Jobs Express Listing of current open jobs
     Career Builder  Job Postings by Employers
     Yahoo! HotJobs.com  Job Board and resume posting to selected employers
     JobWeb Resources from the National Association of Colleges and Employers (for recent college graduates)
    

Job Fairs

     Basic Tips for Job Fairs  Simple rules to follow
     Job Fair Success For all, not just college grads
     Job Fair Listings  Upcoming job fairs listed by ACAP
     Career Fair Calendar  Search for Career Fairs in your area
     Sales, Retail, and Management Career Fairs   From the Diversity Group
     Corporate Gray  Job fairs across the country
     AF Job Fairs  Job Fairs hosted by and/or on Air Force Bases
      

Miscellaneous Job Listings

     The Monster Board  Employment and Career Opportunities
     Yahoo's Newspaper Listings  Newspapers
     Academic Job Listings  Jobs in Education by States
     MedHunters.com  Job opportunities in a variety of medical fields


Other Resourses
   

Excellent Web Site Information

     Hot Links  For Military Spouse Employment
     Military Friendly Employment Links  From milspouse.org
     Military One Source  Information about working
     Veteran Information and Links  Important information for transitioning personnel or former service members
     Real Lifelines  Personalized employment assistance for injured military members
     Scholarships, Tuition Remission and Discounts for Military Spouses  From DoD
     Scholarships  For severely injured military and spouses
     Government  Military and Civilian Transition Assistance, Federal and State Employment
     Teaching Certification Requirements  For all 50 States
     Alternative Teaching Certification  To gain teaching positions
     Starting Your Own Business  Small Business Administration and other sources of advice
     Volunteer Match  Learn new skills or try a new field while helping others
     Military Homefront  DoD Quality of Life
     GI Bill Express  GI Bill benefits, scholarships, and jobs
     Career Journal  Executive career site from the Wall Street Journal
     Internship Database  Provides helpful information to find an internship with a company
     SBA's Women's Business Center To start one's own business
     Gateway for Women's Business  Selling to the federal government
     Employment Applications  Legal advice from FreeAdvice.com
     Allied School Dantes Approved Vocational Courses 



Don't forget to visit a nearby military family center for personalized assistance!


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