Career Blog: Job Search
Facebook: For Friends & Job Hunting
Published: September 21, 2018 by Evelyn Hudson
If you’re like one of billions of people around the world, you have a Facebook account. You probably use it to catch up with friends and see what’s happening in your community. But did you know that Facebook can also be used to find jobs? Well, it can! Here are a few tips to make job hunting on Facebook a fun and fruitful experience.
Use the Job Description as Your Guide
Published: September 11, 2020 by iSchool Career Advisor
Career Resources Webinar Re-Cap: Your LIS Career Starts HERE!
Published: September 10, 2018 by Evelyn Hudson
Do you consider yourself an expert on all the career resources on the iSchool website? If not, there was a great webinar to catch you up! This past week, students were treated to insider tips on how to best use the iSchool career resources by Jill Klees, iSchool Career Consultant for Students and Alumni. Klees hosted the webinar “Your LIS Career Starts HERE!” for nearly three dozen attendees.
Frequently Asked Questions about References
Published: September 5, 2020 by iSchool Career Advisor
I have received several questions about the use of references in the job search and interview process. Here are just a few of the questions and answers.
Q: How important are the people I choose to be my references? Does it really make a difference and do employers really call them?
No Experience; No Problem: Applying to LIS Jobs Without Professional Experience
Published: August 31, 2018 by Evelyn Hudson
A recent article on The Wall Street Journal website announced that many employers are now placing job ads with the phrase, “No experience necessary.” Just a few years ago, it seemed impossible to find a good job that didn’t require at least two years of experience.
10 Tips for Finding an LIS Job on Linkedin
Published: July 31, 2018 by Evelyn Hudson
LinkedIn is a fantastic tool for job searching and networking. With a little work, it could become the key to your dream job. Here are a few tips to maximize your job search on LinkedIn.
A Diploma and a Plan: What to Do After Graduation
Published: June 26, 2018 by Evelyn Hudson
If you just graduated a few weeks ago and are wondering, “What am I supposed to do now?”—the iSchool offers excellent webinars that answer that very question.
For example, the “Graduated – Now What?” webinar explains the smart steps to take once you toss your tassel. Jill Klees, iSchool Career Liaison, hosted this helpful webinar.
Tips & Tricks for Getting the Most Out of Handshake
Published: March 23, 2018 by Evelyn Hudson
Let’s face it: finding a job can be a job in itself! With all of the job board websites out there, it can be difficult to find what is actually relevant to you.
Going Global: Using Competency O to Land Your Dream Job
Published: March 2, 2018 by Evelyn Hudson
Whether you are planning a career in academic librarianship, digital services, public librarianship or any information profession, competency O is essential knowledge.
All About LibGig
Published: November 14, 2017 by Kate M. Spaulding
In my quest to learn All The Things LIS careers-related, I spoke to Brad Rogers, Director of Recruiting at LibGig. LibGig is a staffing firm for the library and information management professions, which means it’s customized for people like us and organizations who might hire us.
Library Journal Placements and Salaries Results Are In!
Published: November 10, 2017 by Kate M. Spaulding
“Recent graduates are experiencing faster placements and earning more money than last year’s” is the big take away from Library Journal’s Placements and Salaries: 2017.
LIS Jobs in Pharma and Beyond
Published: November 7, 2017 by Kate M. Spaulding
Are you interested in a career outside of academic or public libraries? Are you curious about LIS jobs in the pharmaceutical industry or another STEM area? Do you want to know what job titles to search for beyond “librarian”? Then I wholeheartedly recommend you watch a recent Career Development webcast: Information Management Roles in Pharmaceutical Companies.
6 Alumni-Approved Job Search Resources
Published: September 19, 2017 by Kate M. Spaulding
The iSchool recently surveyed 2016 MLIS graduates, and participants shared “3 resources that have been helpful in your job search.”
4 Benefits of Your Alumni Network
Published: September 15, 2017 by Kate M. Spaulding
One of the nice things about the iSchool’s online community is that there are a lot of ways to connect. Besides class discussion posts and group projects, we have
Handshake: SJSU’s New Jobs Database
Published: September 12, 2017 by Kate M. Spaulding
If you are not brand new to the iSchool, you may remember SpartaJobs, SJSU’s job database. SpartaJobs is dead; long live Handshake! Handshake is the name of the new database, and it couldn’t be easier to start using. Current students automatically have access, and recent alumni retain access for one year post-graduation.
Your LIS Career Starts Here
Published: Tuesday, September 5, 2017 by Kate M. Spaulding
Whether you are a new iSchool student or tackling your eportfolio, Jill Klees wants you to know what tools are available to you as you navigate the LIS world. On Wednesday, September 6, she’s holding a Collaborate session to help you jumpstart your career: Your LIS Career Starts Here.
Tips for Using Facebook in Your Job Search
Published: July 21, 2017 by Kate M. Spaulding
You may or may not have considered using Facebook in your job search. But now that Facebook officially has a job search feature, it’s worth a second look as yet another way to land your next job.
Insight Abounds in the 2017 Emerging Trends Report
Published: May 30, 2017 by Kate M. Spaulding
This year’s snapshot report of LIS jobs has a wealth of information and career tips; it’s very much worth your while to look through the slides.
Emerging Trends Report Coming Soon!
Published: May 23, 2017 by Kate M. Spaulding
Are you searching for a job or trying to work keywords into your resume and LinkedIn profile? Are you wondering where the job market and your education intersect? To help students and professionals navigate the ever-changing LIS landscape, the iSchool publishes an Emerging Career Trends report each year. During the spring semester, one iSchool student tackles this as an INFO 298 project and the new report is published soon after.
LinkedIn as a Job Search Tool
Published: April 4, 2017 by Kate M. Spaulding
By now, I know you know that LinkedIn should be part of your job-hunting arsenal (I think you also need a website). But maybe you’re switching careers, or haven’t updated your profile in a while, or aren’t sure about what you should include or exclude. However, even if you have a perfectly put-together and up-to-date-profile, you might not know how to really make LinkedIn work for you (I don’t).