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Seeing possibilities. Taking action. Enabling progress.
Strategy to Success:From Freshman to Senior Year
Presented by Kirk BaumannSenior Director, Career Connections
Enactus United States
October 17, 2012
Before we get started…
Let’s get to know each other.
26.2 milesNovember 4: Bass Pro Conservation Marathon – Springfield, MO. T-minus 17 days!
Technology
• Use your BlackBerry, iPhone, iPad, & other tech connected to social media:
• Participate in text polls!• Use the Twitter hashtag
• #FCconnect
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Your Strategy to Success
Freshman Year
Sophomore Year
Junior Year
SeniorYear
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Freshman Year
• Research – Do your homework.
• Interview – Ask questions, schedule informational interviews.
• Job Shadow – Experience “a day in the life”.
• Create Your Résumé – It’s not too early.
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Sophomore Year
• Research – Do your homework.
• Narrow Your Focus – What are your top 2-3 areas of interest?
• Attend Career Fairs – Go with a plan.
• Apply for Internships/Co-Ops – Get the high-level inside look.
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Internship Stats
• 10-12 week assignment• Usually in Summer (June 1 start date)• Paid and unpaid• Open to Juniors/Seniors (rising)• Limited to one area (marketing, HR, IT, etc.)• Seeking GPA of 3.0-3.5
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Why Internships?
• Experience
• They’re a direct feeder to full-time opportunities
• Provides an inside look into company
• Gives you a “leg up” in the job market
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Internships with Enactus USA Partners
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And MANY more!
Over 100 DIFFERENT career opportunities posted on the Enactus Career Marketplace
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Junior Year• Research – Do your homework.
• Industry Focus – Top 1-2 areas of interest?
• Attend Career Fairs – Go with a plan. Land your 2nd internship/co-op. Plan for graduation!
• Prepare for Interviews – Practice! Know some of the basic questions and be able to give real-life examples.
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Senior Year
• Industry LASER Focus
• Internship – Did you complete 1-2?
• Attend Career Fairs – Go with a plan. Use this as a follow-up tool. Meet the recruiters, establish rapport, and ask questions.
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It’s not about the free stuff…the career fair is about networking, making connections,
landing the interview to get the JOB!#FCconnect
Resumes, Interviews & More
What’s on your mind?
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Résumés
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#1: The Objective
Leave it off unless you’re applying for an internship.
Why: It’s too general – use the space for more important information.
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#2: Contact Information
Use a professional email address.
Why: Recruiters might find “studmuffin2011” or “honey_booboo_child91” humorous, but it doesn’t convey professionalism.
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#3: Results
Quantify your results – don’t just list job responsibilities or duties.
Why: Recruiters and hiring managers want to see what you’ve accomplished.
Résumés
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#4: Formatting
Make it easy to read. Google standard résumé formats and tweak as needed.
Why: You have an average of 6-10 seconds before a recruiter moves on to the next resume. The easier to read, the more they get through.
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#4.1: Formatting
BONUS TIP: The Enactus Career Marketplace has 37 different templates for different industries and functions for you to use!
When you log in to the Career Marketplace, select “Resume Builder” at the top of your screen.
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#5: Length
One page, relevant experience.
Why: 99% of recruiters agree that if a person has under 10 years of relevant experience, the résumé should be kept to one page.
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BONUS: Career Fairs
Bring your résumés & business cards with contact information (major, expected graduation date, etc.)
Why: Not every company can accept a résumé at the career fair. Many require online applications. Apply online, then leave your business card with the recruiter as a follow up measure.
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#1: Research
Know what the company does, some of their brands, and their culture. Don’t ask a question that can be answered on their website or via Google.
Why: Show that you’re prepared. Do the homework – it will pay off.
Interview Tips
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Interview Tips#2: Practice
Set up mock interviews with an advisor, career services, friends or family.
Why: Practice makes perfect. You’ll feel more confident if you have been through the process before.
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Interview Tips#3: Research
Prepare for behavioral interviewing using the STAR method. (Situation, Task, Action, Result)
Why: The majority of companies use this method. It’s more about how you reacted to real-life situations.
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Interview Tips#4: Dress for Success
Dress for where you want to be, not where you are today.
Why: First impressions matter. If you have to think “is this appropriate,” it probably isn’t.
BONUS TIP: An iron can make a BIG difference.
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Interview Tips#5: Follow Up
Send a handwritten thank you note. Ask what the next steps are before you leave the interview.
Why: Most candidates simply don’t follow up. Set yourself apart and make a positive impression. You’ll stand out.
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Interview TipsBONUS: First Impressions
Be courteous from the first interaction (phone call, career fair, email, etc.)
Why: Hiring managers often ask the receptionist, secretary, even the custodian about their impression of you. Bring your “A” game.
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Share Info & Pay It Forward
Was this session helpful to you? Share it!
• Tweet the “good nuggets” – Add #FCconnect to your updates – I’m @kbaumann from
@Enactus_USA if you want to mention (no pressure)
• Introduce someone new to Enactus– Connect with me or an Flagler Enactus member
• Tell classmates what you learned today
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Contact Information
Kirk BaumannSenior Director, Career Connections
Enactus World Headquarters
Blog: www.campus-to-career.com
LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/kbaumann
Twitter: @kbaumann
Enactus USA on Twitter: @Enactus_USAFacebook: www.facebook.com/enactususa
