Online job hunting guide

There are four main ways to approach your online job hunt. The most common method is to use an online job search service. Of these you will typically find two kinds - those offering jobs you can apply for, and those which offer jobs in an auction format. The old stand-by of newspaper classified ads is also available in many forms online. There are local papers offering classifieds and metro papers that access nation-wide classifieds. These are the fastest ways with the highest volume of opportunities.

There are also online trade magazines which have classified sections with job listings. The fourth way is to directly look up websites for businesses your think you would like to work for and see if they have a link for job opportunities. Sometimes this link is on the home page, but often you will find this information in “about us”. This method of searching can be slow, but it can be incorporated in your other surfing and requires very little effort. It also reveals more desirable opportunities that may not be advertised elsewhere.

The first three all share many methods. Use any search engine to find your site, whether you are looking for a job hunt site, newspaper or magazine geared to your industry. Many search engines have a link to job searches on their home page. Once you access the site you want to use, you will normally be given the opportunity to enter your job search criteria. This is where you win or lose on your hunt.

Sometimes you will be asked to specify a location, industry, or position. The key is to start broad. If you have definite requirements, such as location, stick to that. When it comes to keywords, try everything. Start out using your keywords one at a time. Get a feel for what kind of results each word brings you. Some engines do not work well with multiple keywords. Also, try your keywords in areas that do not seem like the primary area for the job you seek.

As you use this method to test the water, you will quickly discover that slightly different methods work better with each site. Some sites will email job opportunities to you based on your criteria. Some allow you to post your resume for employers to find you. To maximize your results further, bookmark the jobs that appeal to you, print them out if possible, and keep a log of which ones you have responded to and the date.

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