Internet Job Search Strategies - Internet Employment Service Providers
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One popular enterprise is the Internet employment service. These sites are an excellent source of job opportunities and information. The services these sites provide are similar. However, the industries, geographic locations and job seekers they serve can be quite different. Some serve all occupations and industries while others specialize. Some are national or international in their scope while others serve a limited geographic area. Some sites specialize in services for youth, recent college graduates, self-employment, minorities, women and persons with disabilities. Common Services Job Posting-- Listings of job opportunities or employers seeking qualified applicants Resume Posting-- Job seekers post their resume to a database for employers to search Job Search Instruction-- Information on effective job search strategies Labor Market Information-- Information on occupations, wages and employment Legal Information-- Information on hiring, discrimination and personnel issues Training Information-- Information on training resources and financial assistance Advanced Services Automated Screening of Jobs-- The site automatically screens new jobs and sends the job seeker messages by email announcing opportunities that meet their interests Automated Resume Distribution-- The ability to send a resume on file with the site directly to employers listing job opportunities Resume Tracking-- Reports showing the activity of a resume listed in a database (i.e., number of times the resume has matched an employer's search and how many times the resume has been viewed) Message Boards and Chat Rooms-- Discussion forums where job seekers can share ideas and ask questions about their job search Professional Advice-- Resume review and expert guidance from professional employment consultants through email, chat rooms and message boards Among the benefits of these sites are their conveniences. Traditional employment services are offered in select locations. Internet employment services can be accessed from anywhere there is a computer connected to the Internet. In addition to home computers, this includes libraries, community centers and Minnesota WorkForce Centers. Expect these sites to grow as the Internet continues to grow. All job seekers should consider using these services. They're an excellent addition to a traditional job search. In Minnesota, check out the Minnesota WorkForce Center Internet site (www.mnwfc.org). This site offers nearly all the services previously mentioned. |
MinnesotaWorks You can register to look for work by setting up an Internet account on MinnesotaWorks. Establishing an account and logging onto MinnesotaWorks will give you access to job openings, resume posting, career information, training opportunities and information on all Minnesota WorkForce Center events and services. Employers and private employment agencies will have access to your resume. They can view your qualifications in relationship to their job openings. If interested, employers will contact you directly. There are step-by-step instructions for easy use of the system. You have the personal control of updating or removing your resume. Your resume will be done in an attractive and standardized format. There will also be other links to job-related websites for career and job search information and other local services and information. There is no charge for this service. Hundreds of new jobs are posted every day, so be sure to check back often. If you don't have Internet access, you can visit your local public library, school, university, a Minnesota WorkForce Center or local state employment service office. MinnesotaWorks can be found on the Internet at www.minnesotaworks.net. CareerOneStop CareerOneStop is a comprehensive package of web-based resources focusing on career development, education and employment. Visit the new CareerOneStop portal site; a publicly-funded national resource for job seekers and businesses. America's Career InfoNet Visit this site before making important career decisions. You will find out more about the job market in every state. You will learn about employment trends and what kind of training you will need to qualify for jobs which interest you. America's Service Locator If you want to find the One-Stop Career Center that's closest to you, go to America's Service Locator. CareerOneStop can be found on the Internet at www.careeronestop.org Tips for Using Internet Employment Services
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Minnesota WorkForce Centers Minnesota WorkForce Centers are available to Minnesota WorkForce Centers and the Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development provide extensive employment resources on the Internet (www.deed.state.mn.us). These resources are available from any computer with Internet access. |
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