In this issue: • Technology Fair • Designer Jobs • Resumania
WSU Career Services
Hire-a-Shocker
Building Shockers, Building Professionals
Issue 05 / 10.21.13
Are you bypassing good job opportunities? by Jill Pletcher, Director of Career Services In today’s tight job market, it’s in your best interest to consider all possible options. It’s easy, however to bypass super opportunities based on limited information. Here are a few suggestions to help you decide whether a job is one you really should consider: Look beyond the company name What if you’re not familiar with the company? Smaller or lesser-known organizations frequently provide outstanding opportunities for recent graduates. Smaller organizations are often known for giving employees a broad range of responsibilities with great variety and the opportunity to develop new skills. A newly formed company could grow by leaps and bounds and you would be in on the ground floor of an exciting venture by accepting a job. Look beyond the industry Students frequently decline an interview because the type of employer is not of immediate interest. “How could I possibly be excited about lumber or plumbing supplies or yard decorations or insurance...you fill in the blank?” Take the time to look at the tasks of the job, not just the type of employer. Individual responsibilities attached to a job will provide you with the skills to move to the next level, regardless of industry.
Education Career Fair Representatives from school districts in the Wichita area and across Kansas will be in attendance. Tulsa Oklahoma Public Schools will also be represented. This is an opportunity for students to meet representatives and learn about the programs, enrollment, and benefits of each school district. Bring copies of your resume and dress to impress! Hughes Metropolitan Complex November 8, 2013, 2:30-4:30 pm The list of attending school districts is on our website www.wichita.edu/career. Go to the events page.
Look beyond the job title Even if the job title isn’t exactly what you were hoping for, the responsibiliWSU Hughes Metroplex, 29th & Oliver ties of the job might allow you to do the things you love most. It’s also possible you’ll learn new skills that will serve you down the road. Always look closely at the tasks outlined in a job description and ask for clarification during the interview. If there’s a chance you’re interested in a job, take the time to apply and interview. You never know what opportunity you might uncover.
Military Employer Day Joining the military is a big decision. Representatives from military service branches will be on campus November 13 to talk to you about careers, benefits, and serving in the military. Stop by Career Services, 203 Grace Wilkie, between 10:00 am and noon to meet the men in uniform.