Getting Hired

Putting together the right mix of job search materials for each job or internship you apply to is a very important step in the job search process. In these pages you will find various resources for writing great resumes and cover letters, when to give a list of references, how to write follow-up thank you letters and more.

Throughout your job search process, Career Counselors are available to lend additional help and encouragement. Call the Center for Career and Calling at (206) 281-2485 to make an appointment.

NEW Videos for 2009!

Play	The Cover Letter The cover letter can make all the difference and land you the interview that you want. Know what to say and how to say it, so you get noticed by potential employers. Run Time: 03:33 Download Cheat Sheet (PDF)
Play	Follow Up with a Potential Employer When do you call a potential employer? Do you email or send a letter? Find out what some of the nation’s leading recruiters advise and learn what steps to take and when. Run Time: 03:43 Download Cheat Sheet (PDF)
Play	The Importance of Networking What does 'networking' really mean, and how do you use it to your advantage? Experts reveal how to make the most of YOUR network to land the job that you want. Run Time: 03:27 Download Cheat Sheet (PDF)
Play	Make Your Resume POP You have 15 seconds to make a great first impression. Make those seconds count by knowing what to write on your resume! Run Time: 03:47 Download Cheat Sheet (PDF)
Play	The Elevator Pitch In 15 seconds or less… can you clearly, confidently and concisely convince a CEO to hire you? Learn how to perfect your pitch. Run Time: 03:24 Download Cheat Sheet (PDF)
Play	How to Research Companies Research sounds time consuming and tedious. Learn the 'short cuts' to gaining the inside scoop on a company to see if it’s right for you. Run Time: 04:06 Download Cheat Sheet (PDF)
Play	Finding an Internship - NEW! Internships are an invaluable way to evaluate a company and learn more about a career. Find out how to get 'real world' experience, by landing the best internship possible. Run Time: 03:30 Download Cheat Sheet (PDF)
Play	Art of Saying Thank You - NEW! Two simple words that can make the ultimate difference in winning the job offer. Do you know when and what to say with style? Run Time: 02:49 Download Cheat Sheet (PDF)
Play	Perils of Social Networking - NEW! More recruiters than ever are relying on the Internet to get the real scoop on job candidates. Know how to protect your cyberspace reputation. Run Time: 03:25 Download Cheat Sheet (PDF)
Play	The Interview - NEW! The resume gets you in the door; the interview gets you the job! Hear firsthand what to say, what NOT to say, and how to best present yourself. Run Time: 03:45 Download Cheat Sheet (PDF)
Play	Career Fair Success - NEW! Make that career fair count! Hear firsthand from recruiters how you can make the best impression on potential employers to land an interview or internship. Run Time: 03:30 Download Cheat Sheet (PDF)
Play	Informational Interviewing - NEW! What are informational interviews, and why do them? Learn from the experts what to say, what NOT to say, and why informational interviews can dramatically impact your future. Run Time: 03:58 Download Cheat Sheet (PDF)