Looking for work can feel like a full-time job in itself. Putting in hours in to perfecting your resume and writing a flawless cover letter is well worth it. After all, it is often times your only chance at a first impression in front of a potential employer. UCPath Center Talent Advisor Joseph … [Read more...] about How to Address Employment and Education History in a Job Search
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How to Prepare Your UCPath Center Application
Filling out an online job application form is like knocking on the door of a recruiter – you are trying to convince them you’re the perfect candidate. If your application is impressive, accurate and complete, then the door will open for a job interview. When you find a job you'd like to apply for … [Read more...] about How to Prepare Your UCPath Center Application
How to Follow Up on an Application with the UCPath Center
You spotted your dream job at the UCPath Center, spent time crafting a cover letter and perfecting your resume, sent it off to the hiring manager, interviewed for the position and now you are waiting in anticipation for a response. What are your next steps? Should you follow up via email, or is it … [Read more...] about How to Follow Up on an Application with the UCPath Center
4 Resume Tips to Get Your Foot in the Door
Many job seekers these days might fret about their resume getting lost in the application abyss. They may wonder how to stand out from the crowd in a fiercely competitive job market. According to Glassdoor, a well-written resume should take a recruiter or hiring manager on a journey through a … [Read more...] about 4 Resume Tips to Get Your Foot in the Door
How to Craft a Cover Letter That Will Make an Impression
Hiring managers and recruiters often receive hundreds of applications for a single job posting. As they may only spend a minute reviewing your application package, it’s essential to capture their attention with a knockout cover letter right away. Avoid the work application black hole by writing an … [Read more...] about How to Craft a Cover Letter That Will Make an Impression
10 Common Resume Mistakes (and How to Avoid Them)
I have seen thousands of resumes over the course of my career as a recruiting professional. They are certainly not easy to put together, but they’re necessary in your job search. Your resume, along with your cover letter, likely serve as your first impression with your potential employer. The … [Read more...] about 10 Common Resume Mistakes (and How to Avoid Them)