Job Search

Ready to Start Your Job Search? Make an appointment with a Counselor or join our Career/Job Readiness Workshop to build your job search documents. The Career Center has online and in-person resources to help you develop your documents and plan your job search process.

JOB FLASH

**You may apply for these positions and more on College Central:   https://www.collegecentral.com/gwc**
Expires	Job ID	Job Title	Company	Location	Job Type
3/1/23	6929408	STEAM Instructor	Dreams for Schools	Yorba Linda, CA 92885	Part Time, Temporary
3/9/23	6929261	Events Set-Up Attendant	Anaheim Marriott	Anaheim, CA 92802	Part Time
2/8/23	6928041	Customer Service Representative - Entry Level Position	Social Security Administration	Lakewood, CA 90712	Full Time
11/21/23	6900033	Community Preservation Officer - Part Time Position	City of Westminster	Westminster, CA 92683	Part Time
3/31/23	6899860	Technician / Back Office, Medical Practice	VMR Institute	Huntington Beach, CA 92647	Full Time, Part Time
12/1/23	6906564	Inclusion Facilitator	Unlimited Possibilities	Santa Ana, CA 92705	Part Time
9/19/23	6855672	Swim Instructor	Nova Swim School	Fountain Valley, CA 92708	Part Time, Seasonal
5/31/23	6866950	Entry Level Reality Capture Technician	ARC	Tustin, CA 92780	Full Time
12/1/23	6906565	Personal Care Assistant	Unlimited Possibilities	Santa Ana, CA 92705	Part Time
5/17/23	6877398	CAD/CAM Designer (Bilingual in Vietnamese a plus)	Acutool LLC	Fountain Valley, CA 92708	Full Time
	(714) 899-5900	Infant/Toddler Lead Teacher	Boys & Girls Clubs of Huntington Valley	Huntington Beach, CA 92647	Part/Full Time
	(760) 889-0386	Coach & Lead Youth Sports	Breakthrough Sports	Huntington Beach, CA 92647	Part Time

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Resume Worksheet Template

Resume Building Tips (may vary per situation):

Keep a Master Resume.
Create a new resume for each job you wish to apply for and align your resume to the job post.
Build a clean, concise yet detailed framework.
Keep your resume at 1 page if you have 5 or less years of experience, or 2 pages if you have more than 5 years of experience in the industry of your choice.
Highlight accomplishments, not just duties.
Focus on relevant skills and experiences.
Optimize your text with action verbs and metrics.

Resume Types & Examples

Resume Types and Examples - thebalancecareers.com

Chronological
Functional
Combination

Cover Letter Template

Cover Letter Tips

Utilize the same template used for your Resume (Your resume and cover letter should be matching documents).
Identify Cover Letter Style (Traditional or T shape).
Directly address hiring manager, if known.
Emphasize your core value and how you meet the qualifications.
Differentiate yourself from the crowd.
Go beyond what’s on your resume, don’t copy and paste.
Create an easy read document and finish strong.

Cover Letter Types & Examples

Cover Letter Types and Examples - thebalancecareers.com

Job Application Letter
Referral Cover Letter
Email Cover Letter
Letter of Interest

Reference List Example

Reference List

For personal documentation; do not attach to resume unless noted by employer.

Start your Career | LinkedIn for Students

LinkedIn Checklist

LinkedIn Student Profile Checklist
How to build a LinkedIn profile page.

Common Interview Questions

Interview Skills: Mock Interview

Common Interview Questions

When preparing for an interview, consider the following:

Before the interview
Research
Practice
Review job description and resume

During the interview
Speak with confidence
Be professional
Show optimism
Answer the entire question(s)
Provide examples when responding to a question
At the end, thank the employer

After the interview
Reflect on areas of improvement and success (write it down)
Write down questions you remember
Email employer if possible

Mock Interviews

Make an appointment to practice interviewing to land your next employment! Call the Career Center (714) 895-8217 or chat with a representative to schedule an appointment.

Perfect Interview

Interview Prep Resource - Perfect Interview

Create account: https://perfectinterview.com/gwc/
Confirmation email will be sent with username and password
Log in and practice your interview skills

Search for a Job (Job Search Engine)

College Central Network®: Student Instructions

Step 1

Sign up using the following url: https://www.collegecentral.com/gwc/
Create Student profile - Student ID number will be your username and personalize a password
Complete and submit Registration

You should receive a Welcome email from College Central Network®. If you do not receive one, please sign in to your account and check that your email address was entered correctly. Add the College Central® app to your tablet or smartphone home screen. Using your device, go to: collegecentral.com/app

Step 2:

Upload resume to profile
Search jobs
Apply for jobs

On Campus Resources: THE RACK

GWC’s professional closet, The Rack, provides clothing for currently enrolled students who may have an interview, a semi-formal event, or other need for business-appropriate attire. Students are eligible to receive one full outfit per semester.

The Rack also offers free hygiene products. Students can select up to two items per visit. These items include but are not limited to: toothpaste, toothbrushes, deodorant, shampoo, conditioner, bar soap, and feminine hygiene products.

The Rack is located in Forum II, Room 103 or for additional information call (714) 892-7711 ext. 51277.