7 Tips to Find Your Dream Job Over A Three-Day Weekend

7 Tips to Find Your Dream Job Over A Three-Day Weekend7 Tips to Find Your Dream Job Over A Three-Day Weekend You could use the three-day weekend to catch up on some serious R&R- and no one here would blame you. But those extra eight hours you have off work could add up to some serious gains in your job search, if youre willing to put in the time. After all, looking for a job really is a full-time job, points out Miriam Salpeter, a job search and social media strategist and owner of Keppie Careers . Busy people often have trouble carving out time to do a complete and invested job search, so a holiday weekend can provide welcome time to focus on important aspects of a job search. So if youre determined to shun fun in the sun in favor of getting ahead in your job search (or doing a little of both), heres how to use this weekend to your advantage. 1. Take advantage of your holiday plans. You dont have to rescind your RSVP to your friends cookout. But you should make at tending the BBQ work for your job search. If you have plans to attend a cookout, check out the LinkedIn profiles of the people you know will be there, says Hannah Morgan, job search expert and founder of Career Sherpa . See where they work, then research their companies and look for any openings, she instructs. Then, while you are at the cookout, you can weave questions into your conversation and let them know you are interested. And, she adds, even if you dont binnensee a job you are really interested in, you can still ask questions about why they like working there. Your dream job may just open up in the near future- and you will have made a contact. 2. Prepare your answer to what do you do? Now that youre ready to network at non-work events, you should prepare a pitch for when you meet those in-the-know- or especially in a position to hire. Morgan says, You want to provide enough information so that they understand what you do as well as plant a seed for how they can help yo u. It should be just enough to pique their interest, and make them want to know more, she says. When they do, be sure you spell out what you are looking for in your next role and list some companies you are interested in, Morgan instructs. People may not understand what you do, but they will recognize company names and may be able to introduce you to someone. Salpeter also recommends you use your holiday plans to your advantage. But while some of your conversation time should be spent talking business, she recommends you also find other ways to connect with people in a position to help you out. Try to find common interests and reasons to follow up with people, Salpeter says. For example, if you discuss the best places to try microbrews, you can follow up with an email and include an article of interest. If you dont try to make every interaction about your job search, youll be more likely to convince people to meet for coffee or conversation at a later date. When youre not otherw ise engaged with holiday plans, plop down in front of your computer and knock out some of the job search things you never have time to do- like update your LinkedIn profile. Use your extra time to enhance your profile headline, summary, and skills sections, suggests Morgan. In other words, include keywords you know recruiters look for when searching for candidates. One easy way you can make your profile stand out is to focus on the first two sentences of your summary- the only sentence that are visible to everyone, Morgan says. And when it comes to your expertise section, choose work processes or procedures, technical skills and other skills you see in job postings , she instructs, adding that you can search profiles of people who currently hold your ideal job to get ideas. Related Write an Irresistible First Resume in 5 Easy Steps5. Follow your dream companies on Instagram. According to Morgan, more and more companies are launching Instagram accounts to showcase their brand. And what better way to get on a companys radar- and to research what theyre up to- than to take a few moments to follow their feeds? While you may not see actual jobs posted here, you will gather intelligence that will provide insight on the company, Morgan points out. And that, she says, will help you ask smart questions when you do land an interview. 6. Find and follow companies on Facebook. You may only be searching for jobs on, you know, job sites . But, as more companies get hip to social media, more are using the platforms to post jobs. If you follow them on Facebook, not only can you see the current opportunities, but engaging with their page also provides you with the opportunity to ask questions and meet employees , Morgan says. You may gain information that will help you target your resume for the right job or learn who the hiring manager is for a job you are interested in. And while youre on Facebook, try searching for people who work for companies you are interested in by typing people who work at company name. You may be surprised to see people you know who work there. If you see them, take the time to connect. 7. Match your resume to the job description. If youre actually going to apply to your dream job this holiday weekend, you can increase your odds of landing an interview by using those extra hours to rework your resume to match the specific job for which you are applying. Salpeter says connecting those dots may be the single most important thing you can do in a job search. It is a waste of time to apply for jobs if you are not willing to take the time to illustrate why your skills and accomplishments prepare you for the position, she says. You can do that by studying job descriptions and correlating the employers needs with your experiences, she says. This includes both technical and soft skills . For example, if the description emphasizes teamwork, your resume must articulate how youve worked well in a team or led a team. Dont just say, worked well on a team. Explain what you did and how it turned out well. Results, not lists , will help convince an employer that you are a good fit and earn you an interview.

When to Go Over a Recruiters Head

When to Go Over a Recruiters Head When to Go Over a Recruiters Head Like the job search, there are certain dos and donts when dealing with recruiters and hiring managers, and most (if not all) job seekers dont want to step out of line. Yet, there comes a time (or few times) when its not only okay to go over a recruiters head, but necessary.Take this recent (and inspired by true events) exampleDave applies for a job at the gas station Circle K and is called back for an interview. Dave completes the interview and is informed he will have to purchase a food handlers card plus take the food handlers test online. Dave is also informed that next week he will meet with the district manager to continue along in the hiring process.Unfortunately (as life so often interrupts our great plans), Daves wife becomes ill and is hospitalized. Dave informs the hiring manager of this unfortunate event, to which the recruiter assures him he will reschedule the meeting.A week later (once his wife is rel eased), Dave prepares to take the food handlers test. He calls the hiring manager just to inform him he is about to take the test, and the hiring manager sounds elated saying his next step will be to meet with the district manager. Just two minutes later, Dave realizes he needs a code from the company to complete the test, so he calls the hiring manager again. This time, the manager informs Dave that he wont be having a meeting (or continuing in the hiring process) because he failed to show up for last weeks meeting.Dave is not only frustrated but confused. First the hiring manager told him he would reschedule the meeting. He allowed Dave to purchase a food handlers card and prepare to take the test thinking everything was okay. Yet, the hiring manager turns around and tells Dave hes no longer being considered for the position.What is Dave to do?This true story is a perfect example of when a job seeker needs to go over a recruiters head to someone with a higher level of authority. T he recruiter/hiring manager was dishonest and treated Dave unfairly and this issue shouldnt go unresolved.If you, like Dave, ever find yourself wondering whether or not you need to contact someone above a recruiter/hiring manager, be aware of the following red flagsNo callbacks If a recruiter or hiring manager has scheduled a time for you two to talk yet he/she fails to call or show up, you may want to alert someone over this person. This is especially true if this failure is consistent. Not adhering to set meeting schedules and/or callbacks shows that the recruiter/hiring manager is either dishonest and/or unprofessional and this type of behavior needs to be reported.Disrespectful Yes, recruiters have the power to hire you, and yes, you want to be on your Ps and Qs with them at all times, but everyone deserves to be respected. Dont allow a recruiter or hiring manager to talk down to you, question your character or call you a liar. Dont allow a recruiter to make you feel inferior. Y ou need to immediately speak with this persons supervisor or manager to alert him/her to the actions of this employee.Dishonest Any type of dishonesty needs to be addressed with a higher level of authority because it shows the recruiters lack of professionalism and character. Like Daves situation, the hiring manager told him he would reschedule Daves meeting because his wife was in the hospital. Yet, the next week he turned around and dismissed Dave from the hiring process for not showing up to the supposed-to-be-rescheduled-meeting. The hiring manager was dishonest, and that needed to be handled by his supervisor.Dave was seemingly at the mercy of the hiring manager. He had dismissed him from the hiring process, so what could Dave do about it. Although he knew it was unfair, Dave just had to count it as a loss, right? Wrong.Like Dave, there are certain cases where you need to go above a recruiter and seek justice. And like Dave, if you do, you could get a second chance to complete the hiring process after speaking directly with the district manager.

Guide to Animal Behavior Internships

Guide to Animal Behavior InternshipsGuide to Animal Behavior InternshipsThere are many internship options available for those seeking to gain experience in the field of animal behavior. Here is a sampling of what the industry has to offer. Be sure to check the specific websites since the internships can get booked quickly and change each semester. Animal Behavior Internships Indiana Universitys Summer Research Experience for Undergraduates in Animal Behavior gives students the chance to participate in lab work, field work, presentations, and data analysis. The ten-week program offers a generous $5,000 stipend, a private dorm room on campus, meals, and additional funds for travel expenses. Applications are due in February. Be sure to check the website for the most current specs of the program.Disneys Animal Kingdom Theme Park (in Florida) has an Animal Behavior Professional Internship program which allows students to observe animals in the collection, assist with study design, col lect data, and interact with park visitors. The internship is designed for college juniors and seniors majoring in an animal behavior related area such as biology, zoology, or psychology. Applicants must also have experience with animal behavior research and work in an animal related job. The Hawaii Ocean Project offers internships focused on the behavior of the North Pacific humpback whale through the Island Marine Institute. These internships are open to undergraduate students, graduate students, recent graduates, and industry professionals. Interns collect and analyze data, take identification photographs, and operate underwater video equipment. They also may be involved with research involving green sea turtles and coral reefs. Diving experience is preferable. Internships are four months long, with at least three full, eight hour days required per week, and are unpaid. College credit is possible. The Saint Louis Zoo (in Missouri) offers an animal behavior research internship for upper-level college undergraduates and recent graduates. Observationof animals may consist of both live observation and analysis of behavior on videotape (recorded using a state of the art system). However, the program does not involve direct animal contact. Students spend a significant amount of time collecting and analyzing data. A commitment of 20 hours per week is standard. College credit is possible.The Oregon Zoo offers multiple internships including animal behavior, conservation, and research for undergraduate and graduate students. Students observe animals in the zoos collection from a distance and also on video, analyzing data and compiling information as a part of the zoos behavioral research program. The internship is unpaid, but college credit and letters of recommendation are available to those who complete the program. The National Zoo (in Washington D.C.) offers a research program in animal behavior of rare and endangered species to high school seniors, undergraduate s, and graduate students. While hands-on interaction with the animals is not included as a part of this internship, students will have ample opportunities to observe animals, collect data, use GPS, and cameras to monitor behavior and analyze results. The internship is unpaid, and interns must work three to five days per week. It is possible to obtain college credit through this program. The Denver Zoo offers a behavioral husbandryinternship to college students and recent graduates majoring in a related field such as biology, psychology, or animal science. Interns work in close proximity to the animals and are responsible for designing and conducting an independent student research project. During this process, they will observe and videotape animals, collect and analyze data, and write a formal report. The internship is unpaid, but college credit may be available.

My Engineers Notebook Bridget Knight Brown

My Engineers Notebook Bridget Knight Brown My Engineers Notebook Bridget Knight Brown My Engineers Notebook Bridget Knight BrownASME member Bridget Knight Brown, P.E., is a member of the 2015-2016 class of the ASME Early Career Leadership Intern Program to Serve Engineering (ECLIPSE) program. ECLIPSE offers early career engineers the opportunity to further their professional and volunteer development by working alongside senior-level ASME officers from the Societys various units. Bridget, who is currently serving as an ECLIPSE intern with ASMEs Technical Events and Content (TEC) Sector, is an energy budget analyst at Southern Company Services in Birmingham, Ala. Before accepting that position in 2013, she served for two years at the company as an in-service testing program owner, overseeing the in-service testing of pumps and valves for Southern Companys three nuclear plants. During that time she also served as a member of ASMEs New Reactors Operations and Maintenance Committee Task Group. Prior to joining Southern Company, Bridget worked for seven years at United Space Alliance as staff engineer, eventually serving several of those years as a flight controller performing day-of-launch beistand for the NASA Space Shuttle program. She received a bachelors degree in mechanical engineering from the University of Mississippi in 2004, and an M.B.A. from the University of Houston-Clear Lake in 2007. She is a registered Professional Engineer in the state of Texas.Bridget Knight BrownWhats inside your engineers notlageebook?The most important things in my notebook are notes where I have recapped how I solved an issue. I have learned that, nine times out of ten, the same or a similar issue will come up sometime in the future. It is always a relief to think been there, done that, pull out my notes, and quickly tackle that repeat problem.Whose notebook would you most like to peek into? Why?I would like to peek into the notebook of a good computer programmer. Its always go od to have a stash of great source code to synthesize large amounts of data so that I can get to the fun part - analyzing.How and when did you know you wanted to become an engineer?A family friend encouraged me to be a mechanical engineer. I made the final decision in high school. I thought that it would best fit my love of challenges and applying math. Engineering was a hot topic amongst my fellow classmates. A lot of us looked forward to majoring in engineering.In a photo from her time as a flight controller with United Space Alliance, Bridget Knight Brown performs Day of Launch support tasks at the Mission Control Center.Whats the most exciting project youve ever worked on?My most exciting project was supporting the launch of Space Shuttle mission STS-125, which serviced the Hubble Space Telescope. All of us who worked on the project understood that this was a very unique mission and focused on every piece of input. As I viewed the launch from one of the big screens in the Missi on Control Center, I was practically holding my breath. STS-125 was a success that we all were very proud of.What do you think youd be doing if you hadnt become an engineer?If I had not become an engineer, I would have aimed to be a teacher. I would be proving to students that math and science are not difficult, mysterious subjects. I would let them know that making contributions in engineering is a great way to leave a legacy that will enable people to live more efficiently and safely.Whats your favorite activity when youre not working?My hobby is genealogy. I am the historian for my dads side of the family. So far, weve traced our ancestors back to 1799. This accounts for approximately 500 family members. 2015-2016 ECLIPSE interns (left to right) Ankush Gupta, Sara Wheeland, Bridget Knight Brown, Manesh Nair and Jiten Patel. Was there a book or a movie that piqued your interest in science or inspired you to become an engineer?All of my math textbooks inspired me to become an engin eer. My math books did not get much locker time I didnt mind carrying them wherever I went.Who are your heroes, either within the engineering profession or in the rest of your life?My heroes are my family. Their genuine support in all aspects of my life means the world to me. The things that they do in their careers and personal lives encourage me to continue striving to do more and more.Whats the most meaningful or rewarding aspect of being connected to engineering?My connection to engineering provides an avenue to improve the quality of life and to protect society. My engineering career has allowed to me to take part in meaningful projects such as simulating the economic generation of electricity for years to come, ensuring that pumps and valves in nuclear plants are tested in a manner that safeguards the public, and ensuring that space shuttle launches were safe for the crew.What does ASME mean to you?I am proud to be a part of the camaraderie of ASME. ASME is an organization whe re I both learn from others and share my experiences. I gain valuable insights every time I attend an ASME event. Everyone eagerly shares knowledge and perspectives, which I later use to resolve issues in my everyday work life. I enjoy working with fellow ASME members whose goals are to solve engineering problems around the world and to encourage the development of future engineers who will do the same.I am proud to be a part of the camaraderie of ASME. I enjoy working with fellow ASME members whose goals are to solve engineering problems around the world and to encourage the development of future engineers who will do the same.Bridget Knight Brown

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Job interview question and answer Whats your biggest weakness

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