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TIPS FOR GETTING A JOB - CONNECTICUT
The Connecticut Department of Labor’s web page, “Tips on Finding Jobs” (http://www.ctdol.state.ct.us/progsupt/jobsrvce/tpsonjob.htm) gives extensive information and guidance for:
- Résumé Writing
- Skills (developing your skills inventory)
- Cover Letters
- Employment Interviewing
- More Information about the Interview
- Preparing for a Career Fair
- Job Hunting Tips for Students
YOUTH EMPLOYMENT TIPS
Go to CT DOL’s web page at http://www.ctdol.state.ct.us/youth/main.htm for job finding resources for youth.. The tip sheets list quick points for making the best impression when applying for a job, including how to fill out applications, how to present yourself for the interview, how to make a positive impression during the interview, and sample interview questions to practice for.
CONNECTICUT’S JOB AND CAREER CONNECTION:
In addition to these tips, the Conn. Dept. of Labor has a website resource, the Connecticut Job & Career ConneCTion http://www1.ctdol.state.ct.us/jcc , which offers information on finding an occupation that is right for you, learning about occupations, searching for education and training, searching for jobs and employers, and resources for job seekers.
CT WORKS CENTERS
For in-person assistance in making decisions about a job or career, visit the CT Works Center nearest you. CT Works centers offer computerized job matching, assessment and employability planning, vocational counseling, aptitude testing, job referral and placement, labor market information, and referral to training.
TO FIND PROVIDERS IN CONNECTICUT'S COMMUNITY RESOURCES DATABASE:
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SOURCES: Connecticut Job & Career ConneCTion, Connecticut Dept. of Labor Jump-start Hints
PREPARED BY: 211/tb
CONTENT LAST REVIEWED: December2009
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