Title: Assignment: Internet career and job search
Course: Canvas Practice Course > Section: Module 2 - Applying for a job

Assignment: Job Search, 21^st Century Style

The use of the Internet to conduct a job search has changed the process dramatically for both employer and applicant. As recently as a few decades ago, the “Want Ads” in the local newspaper were the starting point for a job search. Today the classified section of the newspaper has shrunk to a few pages, thanks to the Internet. Many companies today require all initial job applications to be conducted online. Job Descriptions and application procedures are often posted on a company website. Applicants are expected to complete the application form online, as well as upload a letter of application, a current resume, and documents such as college transcripts and licenses. In this procedure, applicants complete an application packet, rather than just a form. This process begins with an online search. Your task includes:

1. Do a web search of companies that you might like to work for today or at some future time. Explore their websites to discover mission, goals, values, products, financial health. Then write a paragraph describing your process and what you have discovered. Include which company is most appealing to you and the reasons you've come to that decision.
2. Research job openings at your selected company. Write a paragraph describing what sort of jobs are available. Explore the job descriptions and required qualifications for jobs that interest you. Select a job that you would like to apply for. Describe the application process.