Career Blog
Career Blog
Career development is on everyone’s minds. After all, that’s why most, if not all, of our students come to us. This blog is all about giving you the latest and greatest in what’s going on in the job market. Chock-full of tips and guidance, the Career Blog is a must-read for all students and job seekers.
Cast Your Net Far and Wide
Published: August 23, 2016 by Jill Klees
As a new student, it is wise to be thinking ahead and starting to take steps that can help you with your future job search.
How To Make the Most of Your First LIS Job
Published: July 5, 2016 by Kate M. Spaulding
Thinking about where your LIS career may take you? Keep in mind that your first LIS job isn’t so much about what the job is, as it is what you do with it. First step: Create a job agenda.
Today I am happy to present a guest post from Kim Dority with smart (and welcome!) ideas and guidance for how to best approach your first job in the library and information science (LIS) field. I love that just reading this knocked my anxiety level down a notch or two. I hope it helps you, too! -Kate
Why Your Current Networking Strategy Might Not Be Working
Published: May 23, 2016 by Jill Klees
Successful networking isn’t really successful unless you do one last thing and that is take action.
Alumni Career Spotlights – Real Life Inspiration!
Published: May 6, 2016 by Kate M. Spaulding
Alumni Career Spotlights shine a light on the vast career opportunities available in the information professions.
It’s Perfect! But I’m Not Ready
Published: April 20, 2016 by Jill Klees
You just found your dream job, but you’re still working on your MLIS. Don’t let this opportunity slip away. This is the perfect time to use being a student to your advantage.
How to Land a Library Job – Part 2
Published: April 1, 2016 by Kate M. Spaulding
Part 2 of this two-part series reveals what two library hiring managers say they look for in applicants and provides interview preparation tips.
How to Land a Library Job – Part 1
Published: March 25, 2016 by Kate M. Spaulding
Two library hiring managers discussed what they look for in applicants and interview preparation tips. Here, I share them with you!
Just Think STAR
Published: March 20, 2016 by Jill Klees
STAR stands for Situation, Task, Action, and Result. Learn how to use the STAR method to answer situational or behavioral questions during an interview.
5 Tips to Phone Interview Success
Published: January 25, 2016 by Jill Klees
Yippee! You have a phone interview scheduled. This is not the time to wing it and just go with the flow. Follow these five tips to shine and make a positive first impression.
3 Secret Tips for Success
Published: November 22, 2015 by Jill Klees
Here is a secret formula for success to making it as an informational professional. Alumna Christina Mune (MLIS 2011) shared her 3 hints for making a smooth transition from student to professional in what I like to call, secret tips for success. Hint #1 is to expand your horizons. Hint #2 is to be strategic, and hint #3 is to get good at something.
2015 Library Journal Salary Survey
Published: November 8, 2015 by Jill Klees
Have you seen the recent Library Journal salary survey? This annual survey looks at salaries, job placements, and emerging trends in job titles and skills for LIS professionals.
The 3 ‘C’s to a Less Stressful Job Search
Published: July 19, 2015 by Jill Klees
It is no secret that conducting a job search can sometimes elicit feelings of stress, anxiety, and nervousness. When these feelings get the best of you, your confidence may suffer and that is the last thing you want to happen when you are trying to make a positive first impression. You need to take action to stress less and keep yourself in tip top job searching shape.
Graduated – now what?
Published: May 19, 2015 by Jill Klees
Graduation is a time to celebrate! It can also be a time of stress when confronted with putting your MLIS to work. Start your post-graduation journey off on the right track by ensuring that you have a realistic and focused plan of action.
Can I apply for that?
Published: April 20, 2015 by Jill Klees
“How do I know if I am qualified to apply for a position?” I get asked this question more often than you’d think. While the answer seems simple, there are most definitely key factors to consider.
Conference Survival Tips
Published: January 27, 2015 by Jill Klees
Want to get the inside scoop on the variety and diversity of LIS positions available to you? Then join and get involved in a professional association. It is a fantastic way to connect to professionals in the field and keep a pulse on the LIS job market. Take advantage of the free one-year memberships available to iSchool students. Once you join, boost your job searching power by attending a conference.