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Job Search Guide: YOUR JOB SEARCH
ONLINE JOB SEARCH WHERE TO FIND POSITIONS
FRAUDULENT POSTING: RED FLAGS
HANDSHAKE handshake.auburn.edu Get access to full-time, part-time and internship postings by creating an account in Handshake.
− Posting asks for your personal financial information, credit card number or social security number − Email handle contains the domain or an @ that is not affiliated with a company. (Ex. @gmail, @yahoo, @ hotmail, etc.) − The position requires an initial investment such as a payment by wire service or courier − Posting includes many spelling or grammatical errors − You are offered a large payment or reward in exchange for allowing access to your bank account − The posting neglects to mention responsibilities of the job
LINKEDIN linkedin.com Find and apply for positions and network with Auburn alumni who live in the cities or work for the companies of interest to you. CAREERSHIFT aub.ie/CareerShift CareerShift is a job aggregator that will search all public job postings using your job title, keyword or location criteria and connect you with contacts in the organization.. COMPANY WEBSITES Visit the websites of companies that interest you and search for openings on their “Career” pages.
MATCH THE DESCRIPTION Review each position description carefully and make sure your résumé and cover letter highlight the key skills and qualifications requested by the employer. Change your cover letter and résumé for each application to highlight how you specifically fit the position description and show your interest in working for that particular company. Use the same language/wording in your résumé and cover letter that is in the job description. ©2021 University Career Center
Research any suspicious posting and watch for anonymity. IF the posting is not listed on the named company’s site or if there is not an address, contact or company name of the posting, it is likely a fraudulent posting. *If you encounter a fraudulent job posting, please contact the University Career Center.
HOW TO IDENTIFY POSITIONS Search entry-level positions by your major in Auburn’s database, Handshake, or use LinkedIn to find recent graduates of your program to see their job titles and where they are working. Search using keywords such as your major, position titles or skills you can offer to refine your search. To apply or not to apply? Apply for positions where you meet 75% of the qualifications.
