Career Blog: Resumes and CVs
Getting that First Library Experience
Published: December 4, 2024 by Aryn Prestia
If you have started the job search, you’ve likely noticed that a majority of the postings indicate that experience is required. In fact, the most recent MLIS Skills at Work Report disclosed that 88% of job announcements include the stipulation that experience is required or preferred.
But what do you do if you’ve devoted yourself to your MLIS degree full-time and have no library experience? In this post, we’ll be looking into how you gain library experience when you have none.
How to Tailor a Resume Using AI
Published: July 24, 2024 by Aryn Prestia
AI Chatbots like ChatGPT are one of the most accessible avenues
to Artificial Intelligence for students. Not only is it fun to
play around with new technology, but it can actually be
beneficial to the job search as well. In this post, we’ll be
taking a look at how AI chatbots can be useful while crafting
resumes.
How to Craft Your DEI Statement
Published: July 10, 2024 by Aryn Prestia
Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) initiatives have become essential elements of library organizations in the past few years, and rightfully so! With libraries serving diverse communities and striving to be accessible for all, it makes sense that DEI statements are now a part of more than 63% of library job announcements and DEI is listed as a skillset needed for qualified applicants on 32% of job posts.
Four Free Career Development Resources Every Student Should Be Using
Published: February 10th, 2023 by Hannah Nguyen
Graduate students spend a significant amount of time juggling
school, work, family and personal obligations. It can make it
difficult to be aware of all the great FREE career resources you
have as a student. Here is a list of four of the best
career-building perks you can take advantage of right now.
So, You Need a Recommendation? Here’s What to Know
Published: March 27, 2022 by Jillian Collins
A recommendation, in the professional world, is a glowing and
strong case made by someone on your behalf, when career goals are
within reach. There are so many situations that require a
recommendation. You need to know the types of recommendations you
can get, and help you understand when and how they can benefit
you.
So, You Need a Reference? Here’s What to Know
Published: March 8, 2022 by Jillian Collins
References come from people who know you, your work, and the
position you’re applying for. You want to make a direct impact
during your interview, but references are your rave reviews from
others. With that in mind, here’s a deep-dive reference
guide to references!
Do You Need a Reference or a Recommendation? Here’s How to Tell
Published: February 15, 2022 by Jillian Collins
Whether you’re applying for a job or an internship, it’s great to
have good references, e.g., people who have seen your work (and
how you work) and can confirm that you have what it takes to do
the job. Same with recommendations. But how do
references/recommendations work these days, and what process
should you follow when requesting one? We’ve got you covered!
Create and Maintain a ‘Living Résumé’ to Make Life Easier
Published: January 12, 2022 by Jillian Collins
The purpose of your résumé is to open a door. Writing a résumé is
a process that shouldn’t have to be done over and over. You just
need your résumé to be tailored to fit the position,
providing you have the skills and ability to perform in the
position. A trick to streamline the résumé part of a job
application is to create a “living résumé” – a one-stop-doc that
you add and record all information you included in your
résumé.
It May Feel Weird, But You’ve Got This: How to Ask for Feedback about You
Published: May 5, 2021 by Jillian Collins
The first part of my conversation with iSchool instructor Scott Brown was focused on how the results of your skills inventory impact others. The Personal Brand Assessment (PBA), on the other hand, is how others have been impressed by your impact on them. With that, comes confidence and another definition of networking.
Spotlight on Your Skill Inventory
Published: April 30, 2021 by Jillian Collins
Scott Brown, SJSU instructor, is a name you may remember from my earlier post about Skills Inventory; I had the opportunity to interview Scott, and part of our conversation will show you – and definitely showed me – that the best way to see skills in action is by taking action.
Take Your Resume to the Next Level
Published: September 19, 2020 by iSchool Career Advisor
When you are applying for jobs (internships, part-time, or full-time) and not getting interviews, chances are strong that your resume is NOT doing its job. This is the time to stop what you are doing, back-up, take a look at your resume and reevaluate your marketing tool. It might be time for a resume overhaul.
When Did You Last Update Your Resume?
Published: July 5, 2019 by Greta Snyder
So, I don’t know about you, but my resume is a hot mess. You’ve
all had so many varied, interesting experiences making you the
phenomenally skilled and adaptable blossoming professionals you
are today, but how to translate this into one to two pages to get
the job of your dreams? Take a deep breath, as summer is the
perfect time for a resume refresh that will set you up for job
search success.
Volunteering: A Great Way to Boost Your Resume
Published: July 17, 2018 by Evelyn Hudson
If your resume is looking a bit sparse but you don’t have the time to dedicate to a formal internship, consider volunteering. Volunteering is a great way to give back to the community while adding some important lines to your resume. You can also add volunteer experiences to your LinkedIn profile. Even if your volunteer experience is outside of the LIS field, it is still great to use in an interview.
10 Ways to Boost Your Linkedin Profile
Published: July 9, 2018 by Evelyn Hudson
If you’re like most job-seekers, you have a LinkedIn profile. Maybe it’s pretty generic. Employers do use LinkedIn to learn more about job candidates, so it is important that your profile is looking great. Here are 10 quick ways to make your LinkedIn profile stand out.
Use Your ePortfolio for Your Career
Published: November 17, 2017 by Kate M. Spaulding
Whether you’ve recently completed your eport or are planning to soon, I have a few ideas about giving your hard work a longer shelf life.
For anyone doing their eportfolio this semester, November 20 is a date imprinted on their brains. That’s the day everything must be completed and approved in order to pass and, therefore, graduate. It’s kind of a big deal.
Update Your Resume with Jill Klees
Published: October 3, 2017 by Kate M. Spaulding
On Thursday, October 5 at 5:30 PM PDT, SJSU Career Center liaison extraordinaire, Jill Klees, will hold her monthly workshop via Collaborate. Her presentation – “Update Your Resume” – is timely for you if you are:
- preparing to graduate
- considering an internship
- a recent graduate
- looking to get a job.
So, in sum, it will be useful for everyone!
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.
Supercharge Your Career with an Internship
Published: May 16, 2017 by Kate M. Spaulding
Did you know the iSchool maintains an Internship Database? It does! There are virtual and on-site positions, as well as both paid and unpaid internships. You can search by city, organization type, keyword, and more; you also can save listings that intrigue you. The opportunities in the database have all be vetted by the school, so you can be confident that:
Your Skills Will Save the Day
Published: March 21, 2017 by Kate M. Spaulding
What’s going to get you your next job? Skills! Consider how you can use your past experience to shape your future career.