Course: Career Communication

Job Skills and Career Opportunities Module Introduction and Assignments

This module covers communication topics you will need when applying for a job.

Objectives

At the end of this module you will be able to:

- Find open positions you are qualified to apply for
- Create a targeted resume highlighting the qualifications specific to a job opportunity

Module Assignments

1. Read this page "Job Skills and Career Opportunities Module Introduction and Assignments"
2. Go to the website and read the Summary of the Major Laws of the Department of Labor
3. Go to the website and read about the Employment Documentation Requirements
4. Read Requesting An Official Form lecture notes
5. Read Planning Your Job Search
6. Go to the website and read The Top 10 Secrets for Job Search Success
7. View the video Using Social Media to Connect With Employers
8. Read Planning Your Job Search lecture notes
9. Go to the website and complete the University of South Carolina's Creating A Job Search Plan Assignment
10. Go to the JibberJobber website and familiarize yourself with the resources available
11. Create a profile on the JibberJobber website
12. Complete the "Job Search Assignment"
13. Participate in and complete the Job Search Findings discussion
14. View the " Developing Your Resume" presentation
15. View the video "Developing Your Experience Section"
16. Complete the "Targeted Resume Assignment" creating a target resume
17. Turn in your Targeted Resume Assignment in the Targeted Resume Assignment Dropbox
18. Go to the website and read the From Q&A to Z: The Hiring Manager's Complete Interview Guide