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C) Knowledge

• Identify your current and desired skills. Identify transferable skills
that you have learned through your previous jobs, internships, classes,
group memberships, volunteer work, and hobbies. Some examples of
transferable skills include leadership, organization, and
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communication skills. Build desired skills by doing any of the above or
taking a class or workshop.
• Use job search links. There are dozens of job search links that can
help you find the right job.
• Have a resume and cover letter ready if you're actively applying for
jobs, attending career fairs, or walking into businesses to inquire
about job openings.
• Career days provide excellent opportunities to discover job and
internship information, speak directly with employers, submit
résumés, and learn more about your field of interest.
• Contact companies directly. In addition to researching employment
information and opportunities on company websites, you can contact
them directly by inquiring via email, phone or in-person about job
openings. Bring your résumé and a cover letter in case they're
accepting applications.
• Consider using an employment agency. Many employers use
employment agencies to do their initial screening for jobs.

Interviews

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C) Knowledge
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