Top 5 ways to stay connected while classes are online
Career Services continues to provide support to students whether your classes are on-campus or online. Please review these job search tips for ways to stay connected with employers.
CONTINUE TO UPDATE YOUR HANDSHAKE ACCOUNT
If you haven't already, we highly recommend completing your Handshake profile. Students who have filled out their desired job type, location, and job role fields in Handshake are 2.5 times more likely to see and apply for relevant opportunities and 80% of students who fill out these fields get messaged by a recruiter. Hays area employers are also continuing to post jobs and internships. If you are in the Hays area, check out Jobs for Tigers and other local job listings in Handshake.
ENHANCE YOUR NETWORK WITH LINKEDIN
LinkedIn is a social media platform built for the business community. Join groups and follow companies that you share an interest in. Your profile should include as much information as you can to prove to employers that you are a well-rounded individual with a multitude of skills that allow you to excel in the workplace. After completing your profile, begin building up a strong network by making valuable connections.
STAY CONNECTED WITH OUR STAFF
Although classes have been moved online, our office is still a great resource for resume revisions, job search help, mock interviews, and professional development. We are happy to visit with you via Zoom, phone, or email. Please review the following instructions for requesting an appointment with our staff through Handshake or call 785-628-4260.
How to request an appointment with Career Services: https://www.fhsu.edu/career/Handshake/appt
UTILIZE BIG INTERVIEW & GOINGLOBAL
Big Interview is an online mock interview training system designed to help you improve your interview technique and build your confidence. Gain access to thousands of interview questions across dozens of industries and tips on how to answer them. Share your answers with the Career Services staff to gain feedback.
Conducting a nationwide or global job search? GoinGlobal allows you to take your job search to the next level. Research Country Guides and USA/Canada career guide collections which offer extensive country and city specific career and employment information. Access GoinGlobal through myFHSU worklet in Workday by going to Online Services and selecting the GoinGlobal link under the Academic & Career Advising section.
VIDEO RESOURCES
Our office has compiled video guides to assist you with navigating Handshake, using social media in your job search, and more!
Activating your Handshake account
Personal Branding
Building Relationships with Professors and Advisors
Our social media pages are a great place to stay updated and informed. Check out our other resources on our online student's page at www.fhsu.edu/career/online-students.