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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 ...enGetting that First Library Experience
https://ischool.sjsu.edu/career-blog/getting-first-library-experience
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<strong>Published:</strong> December 4, 2024 by Aryn
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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 <a href=
"/sites/main/files/file-attachments/career_trends.pdf">MLIS
Skills at Work Report</a> disclosed that 88% of job announcements
include the stipulation that experience is required or
preferred.
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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.
</p><p><a href="https://ischool.sjsu.edu/career-blog/getting-first-library-experience" target="_blank">read more</a></p>https://ischool.sjsu.edu/career-blog/getting-first-library-experience#commentsCareer BlogCareer BlogCareer Blog: Career StrategyCareer Blog: Choosing a CareerCareer Blog: Cover LettersCareer Blog: InternshipsCareer Blog: InterviewingCareer Blog: Job SearchCareer Blog: NetworkingCareer Blog: Resumes and CVsCareer Blog: SkillsHome: SpotlightCareer Blog: Social Media and CareersTue, 17 Dec 2024 21:26:00 +0000aryn.prestia@sjsu.edu8769 at https://ischool.sjsu.eduChoosing Medical Librarianship
https://ischool.sjsu.edu/career-blog/choosing-medical-librarianship
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<strong>Published:</strong> November 20, 2024 by Aryn
Prestia
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Interested in becoming a medical librarian? The SLASC recently
hosted a Q&A Panel featuring medical librarians from Stanford
and UC San Francisco. While you can watch the full panel <a href=
"https://drive.google.com/file/d/1TaIxeXlp0UMtAevfoQD7YfZCseUHhvMq/view">
here</a>, you can find some of the panel’s top tips
below.<br>
</p><p><a href="https://ischool.sjsu.edu/career-blog/choosing-medical-librarianship" target="_blank">read more</a></p>https://ischool.sjsu.edu/career-blog/choosing-medical-librarianship#commentsCareer BlogCareer BlogCareer Blog: Career StrategyCareer Blog: Choosing a CareerCareer Blog: Cover LettersCareer Blog: SkillsCareer Blog: Social Media and CareersMon, 25 Nov 2024 19:30:00 +0000aryn.prestia@sjsu.edu8725 at https://ischool.sjsu.eduWhat Do You Want to Do with Your Information Skills?
https://ischool.sjsu.edu/career-blog/what-do-you-want-do-your-information-skills
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<strong>Published:</strong> November 6, 2024 by Aryn
Prestia
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As a student you’ve heard a lot about <a href=
"https://ischoolapps.sjsu.edu/advising/pathway.php">advisors</a>,
<a href=
"https://ischoolapps.sjsu.edu/pathways/intersection.php">pathways</a>,
<a href="/mlis-electives">electives</a>, and library
sub-specialties. But if you find yourself feeling
overwhelmed, it may be time to step back and think about what
<em>you’d</em> truly like to do.
</p><p><a href="https://ischool.sjsu.edu/career-blog/what-do-you-want-do-your-information-skills" target="_blank">read more</a></p>https://ischool.sjsu.edu/career-blog/what-do-you-want-do-your-information-skills#commentsCareer BlogCareer BlogCareer Blog: Career StrategyCareer Blog: InternshipsCareer Blog: InterviewingCareer Blog: NetworkingCareer Blog: SkillsHome: SpotlightCareer Blog: Social Media and CareersFri, 22 Nov 2024 18:38:00 +0000aryn.prestia@sjsu.edu8721 at https://ischool.sjsu.eduYour Interview Outfit: What to Consider
https://ischool.sjsu.edu/career-blog/your-interview-outfit-what-consider
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<strong>Published:</strong> October 16, 2024 by Aryn
Prestia
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When preparing for an interview, it’s common to brush up on
potential interview <a href=
"/career-blog/excellent-questions-ask-end-your-next-job-interview">
questions</a> but it’s also important to consider how you
will present yourself to a potential employer. A huge part of
your first impression relates to what you are wearing.
</p><p><a href="https://ischool.sjsu.edu/career-blog/your-interview-outfit-what-consider" target="_blank">read more</a></p>https://ischool.sjsu.edu/career-blog/your-interview-outfit-what-consider#commentsCareer BlogCareer BlogCareer Blog: Career StrategyCareer Blog: InternshipsCareer Blog: InterviewingCareer Blog: NetworkingCareer Blog: SkillsHome: SpotlightCareer Blog: Social Media and CareersTue, 29 Oct 2024 20:30:00 +0000aryn.prestia@sjsu.edu8669 at https://ischool.sjsu.eduAirtable for Librarians
https://ischool.sjsu.edu/career-blog/airtable-librarians
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<strong>Published:</strong> October 9, 2024 by Aryn
Prestia
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Project Management is one of many job skills that librarians will
find themselves using in the workplace. Though there are <a href=
"/mlis-electives#INFO282">courses</a> that students can take to
understand a bit more about the project management process,
ultimately the best way to learn project management is through
practice.<br>
</p><p><a href="https://ischool.sjsu.edu/career-blog/airtable-librarians" target="_blank">read more</a></p>https://ischool.sjsu.edu/career-blog/airtable-librarians#commentsCareer BlogCareer BlogCareer Blog: Career StrategyCareer Blog: Choosing a CareerCareer Blog: SkillsCareer Blog: Social Media and CareersWed, 23 Oct 2024 21:15:00 +0000aryn.prestia@sjsu.edu8655 at https://ischool.sjsu.eduCoursera Career Academy for iSchool Students
https://ischool.sjsu.edu/career-blog/coursera-career-academy-ischool-students
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<strong>Published:</strong> September 25, 2024 by Aryn
Prestia
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Being an MLIS student at SJSU comes with so many incredible
benefits. You have access to dozens of <a href=
"https://ischoolapps.sjsu.edu/gss/ajax/schedule.php?session=2&term=58">
specialized courses</a>, <a href=
"/student-groups">fourteen active student
groups</a>, <a href=
"/financial-aid-and-scholarships">scholarship programs</a>, and
<a href="/virtual-internships">internship opportunities</a>, all
of which can be accessed virtually to help you stay involved
no matter where you live. Adding to this slate of virtual
benefits is the <a href="/coursera-career-academy">Coursera
Career Academy</a>, a free continuing education program for all
students. <br>
</p><p><a href="https://ischool.sjsu.edu/career-blog/coursera-career-academy-ischool-students" target="_blank">read more</a></p>https://ischool.sjsu.edu/career-blog/coursera-career-academy-ischool-students#commentsCareer BlogCareer BlogCareer Blog: Career StrategyCareer Blog: Choosing a CareerCareer Blog: SkillsCareer Blog: Social Media and CareersThu, 17 Oct 2024 23:02:00 +0000aryn.prestia@sjsu.edu8653 at https://ischool.sjsu.eduTransitioning from a Library Assistant to a Librarian Job
https://ischool.sjsu.edu/career-blog/transitioning-library-assistant-librarian-job
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<strong>Published:</strong> September 18, 2024 by Aryn
Prestia
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A <a href="/mlis-student-experience">majority of students</a> in
the MLIS program here at the iSchool are already working in
library environments. Yet without an MLIS degree, the only
positions available to students are typically Library Assistant,
Circulation Aide, or Library Page. As you get closer to
graduation and begin thinking about the next step in your career,
what does it mean to take that jump from assistant/aide/page to
librarian?<br>
</p><p><a href="https://ischool.sjsu.edu/career-blog/transitioning-library-assistant-librarian-job" target="_blank">read more</a></p>https://ischool.sjsu.edu/career-blog/transitioning-library-assistant-librarian-job#commentsCareer BlogCareer BlogCareer Blog: Career StrategyCareer Blog: Job SearchCareer Blog: NetworkingCareer Blog: SkillsMon, 23 Sep 2024 23:30:00 +0000aryn.prestia@sjsu.edu8598 at https://ischool.sjsu.eduA Student’s Review of This Summer’s ALA Conference
https://ischool.sjsu.edu/career-blog/students-review-summers-ala-conference
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<strong>Published:</strong> August 7, 2024 by Aryn
Prestia
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The American Library Association hosted its annual conference
this past June in San Diego, California. Billed as “the biggest
library event of the year,” ALA Annual was attended by dozens of
SJSU iSchool alumni, faculty, and current students. I had the
opportunity to speak with one student attendee, Eddie Lagos, to
learn more about the experience.<br>
</p><p><a href="https://ischool.sjsu.edu/career-blog/students-review-summers-ala-conference" target="_blank">read more</a></p>https://ischool.sjsu.edu/career-blog/students-review-summers-ala-conference#commentsCareer BlogCareer BlogCareer Blog: Career StrategyCareer Blog: Choosing a CareerCareer Blog: InterviewingCareer Blog: NetworkingTue, 17 Sep 2024 20:51:00 +0000aryn.prestia@sjsu.edu8579 at https://ischool.sjsu.eduWhat to Do After an Informational Interview
https://ischool.sjsu.edu/career-blog/what-do-after-informational-interview
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<strong>Published:</strong> July 31, 2024 by Aryn
Prestia
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So, you’ve <a href=
"/career-blog/how-ask-informational-interview">planned an
informational interview</a> and <a href=
"/career-blog/what-ask-during-informational-interview">conducted
it</a>, now what?<br>
</p><p><a href="https://ischool.sjsu.edu/career-blog/what-do-after-informational-interview" target="_blank">read more</a></p>https://ischool.sjsu.edu/career-blog/what-do-after-informational-interview#commentsCareer BlogCareer BlogCareer Blog: Career StrategyCareer Blog: Choosing a CareerCareer Blog: InterviewingCareer Blog: NetworkingFri, 02 Aug 2024 18:15:00 +0000aryn.prestia@sjsu.edu8501 at https://ischool.sjsu.eduHow to Tailor a Resume Using AI
https://ischool.sjsu.edu/career-blog/how-tailor-resume-using-ai
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<strong>Published:</strong> July 24, 2024 by Aryn Prestia
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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.<br>
</p><p><a href="https://ischool.sjsu.edu/career-blog/how-tailor-resume-using-ai" target="_blank">read more</a></p>https://ischool.sjsu.edu/career-blog/how-tailor-resume-using-ai#commentsCareer BlogCareer BlogCareer Blog: Career StrategyCareer Blog: Job SearchCareer Blog: Resumes and CVsCareer Blog: SkillsCareer Blog: Social Media and CareersWed, 24 Jul 2024 17:56:00 +0000aryn.prestia@sjsu.edu8488 at https://ischool.sjsu.eduWhat to Ask During an Informational Interview
https://ischool.sjsu.edu/career-blog/what-ask-during-informational-interview
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<strong>Published:</strong> July 17, 2024 by Aryn
Prestia
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As we mentioned in a previous <a href=
"/career-blog/how-ask-informational-interview">post</a>, an
Informational Interview is the perfect opportunity to get an
understanding of the nuances of different library-related
positions.
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While it may take some time to identify the right interviewee and
schedule your meeting, planning for what to do during the actual
interview is essential for ensuring its success.<br>
</p><p><a href="https://ischool.sjsu.edu/career-blog/what-ask-during-informational-interview" target="_blank">read more</a></p>https://ischool.sjsu.edu/career-blog/what-ask-during-informational-interview#commentsCareer BlogCareer BlogCareer Blog: Career StrategyCareer Blog: Choosing a CareerCareer Blog: InterviewingCareer Blog: NetworkingTue, 23 Jul 2024 17:18:00 +0000aryn.prestia@sjsu.edu8484 at https://ischool.sjsu.eduHow to Craft Your DEI Statement
https://ischool.sjsu.edu/career-blog/how-craft-your-dei-statement
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<strong>Published:</strong> July 10, 2024 by Aryn Prestia
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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 <a href=
"/sites/main/files/file-attachments/career_trends.pdf">63% of
library job announcements</a> and DEI is listed as a skillset
needed for qualified applicants on <a href=
"/sites/main/files/file-attachments/career_trends.pdf">32% of job
posts</a>.
</p><p><a href="https://ischool.sjsu.edu/career-blog/how-craft-your-dei-statement" target="_blank">read more</a></p>https://ischool.sjsu.edu/career-blog/how-craft-your-dei-statement#commentsCareer BlogCareer BlogCareer Blog: Cover LettersCareer Blog: InterviewingCareer Blog: Job SearchCareer Blog: Resumes and CVsMon, 15 Jul 2024 18:22:00 +0000aryn.prestia@sjsu.edu8470 at https://ischool.sjsu.eduHow to Ask for an Informational Interview
https://ischool.sjsu.edu/career-blog/how-ask-informational-interview
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<strong>Published:</strong> July 2, 2024 by Aryn
Prestia
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Once in grad school, you likely learned rather quickly (or will
learn very soon) that there is more than one way to be a
librarian. There are dozens of specialities when it comes to
library science – Public, Academic, Special, Medical, Law, and
Archives, just to name a few. As you navigate the maze of career
choices, the journey from aspiration to actualization can be
overwhelming. This is where informational interviews come into
play, serving as invaluable tools for those looking to better
understand the nuances and day-to-day responsibilities of
librarians in practice.<br>
</p><p><a href="https://ischool.sjsu.edu/career-blog/how-ask-informational-interview" target="_blank">read more</a></p>https://ischool.sjsu.edu/career-blog/how-ask-informational-interview#commentsCareer BlogCareer BlogCareer Blog: Career StrategyCareer Blog: Choosing a CareerCareer Blog: InterviewingCareer Blog: NetworkingWed, 10 Jul 2024 17:48:00 +0000aryn.prestia@sjsu.edu8454 at https://ischool.sjsu.eduReview Your MLIS Skills at Work
https://ischool.sjsu.edu/career-blog/review-your-mlis-skills-work
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<strong>Published:</strong> June 18, 2024 by Aryn Prestia
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For several years, the research-heavy <a href=
"/sites/main/files/file-attachments/career_trends.pdf?1717255504">
MLIS Skills at Work</a> report has been compiled by the Career
Services department at the iSchool. The 2024 edition of this
highly respected annual report for library job seekers nationwide
is <a href="/lis-career-trends-report">now available</a> to help
you get a jump on your career exploration!
</p><p><a href="https://ischool.sjsu.edu/career-blog/review-your-mlis-skills-work" target="_blank">read more</a></p>https://ischool.sjsu.edu/career-blog/review-your-mlis-skills-work#commentsCareer BlogCareer BlogCareer Blog: Career StrategyCareer Blog: Job SearchCareer Blog: SkillsWed, 26 Jun 2024 19:41:00 +0000aryn.prestia@sjsu.edu8444 at https://ischool.sjsu.eduBrush Up on Reader’s Advisory Skills
https://ischool.sjsu.edu/career-blog/brush-readers-advisory-skills
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<strong>Published:</strong> May 24, 2024 by Aryn
Prestia
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While you do not have to be an avid reader to be a successful
librarian, it certainly helps. One of the most in-demand skills
for librarians according to <a href=
"/lis-career-trends-report">SJSU’s MLIS Skills at Work
Report</a> is reader’s advisory. <br>
</p><p><a href="https://ischool.sjsu.edu/career-blog/brush-readers-advisory-skills" target="_blank">read more</a></p>https://ischool.sjsu.edu/career-blog/brush-readers-advisory-skills#commentsCareer BlogCareer BlogCareer Blog: Career StrategyCareer Blog: Choosing a CareerCareer Blog: SkillsFri, 07 Jun 2024 18:18:00 +0000aryn.prestia@sjsu.edu8423 at https://ischool.sjsu.eduLIS Job Search Sites & Resources
https://ischool.sjsu.edu/career-blog/lis-job-search-sites-resources
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<strong>Published:</strong> May 4, 2024 by Aryn
Prestia
</p><p><a href="https://ischool.sjsu.edu/career-blog/lis-job-search-sites-resources" target="_blank">read more</a></p>https://ischool.sjsu.edu/career-blog/lis-job-search-sites-resources#commentsCareer BlogCareer BlogCareer Blog: Career StrategyCareer Blog: Choosing a CareerCareer Blog: Job SearchHome: SpotlightCareer Blog: Social Media and CareersWed, 15 May 2024 00:40:00 +0000aryn.prestia@sjsu.edu8371 at https://ischool.sjsu.eduKickstart Your Career with Membership in a Professional Organization
https://ischool.sjsu.edu/career-blog/kickstart-your-career-membership-professional-organization
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<strong>Published:</strong> April 29, 2024 by Aryn
Prestia
</p><p><a href="https://ischool.sjsu.edu/career-blog/kickstart-your-career-membership-professional-organization" target="_blank">read more</a></p>https://ischool.sjsu.edu/career-blog/kickstart-your-career-membership-professional-organization#commentsCareer BlogCareer BlogCareer Blog: Career StrategyCareer Blog: Choosing a CareerCareer Blog: Job SearchHome: SpotlightCareer Blog: Social Media and CareersSat, 04 May 2024 15:02:00 +0000aryn.prestia@sjsu.edu8355 at https://ischool.sjsu.eduNo Creative Skills? Canva can help with that!
https://ischool.sjsu.edu/career-blog/no-creative-skills-canva-can-help
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<strong>Published:</strong> April 11, 2024 by Aryn
Prestia
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Librarians often find themselves embracing a range of duties on
the job – a customer service specialist at the circulation desk,
a researcher at the reference desk, a sort-of referee in the
children’s section, and an all-around marketer and library
advocate at all other times.<br>
</p><p><a href="https://ischool.sjsu.edu/career-blog/no-creative-skills-canva-can-help" target="_blank">read more</a></p>https://ischool.sjsu.edu/career-blog/no-creative-skills-canva-can-help#commentsCareer BlogCareer BlogCareer Blog: Career StrategyCareer Blog: SkillsThu, 11 Apr 2024 22:42:00 +0000aryn.prestia@sjsu.edu8285 at https://ischool.sjsu.eduAttending My First Professional Conference
https://ischool.sjsu.edu/career-blog/attending-my-first-professional-conference
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<strong>Published:</strong> April 2, 2024 by Aryn
Prestia
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Though I am now in my second year here at the iSchool, I still
feel like a brand new student. This most likely has to do with
the constant exposure to new and exciting information as well as
the hunger to learn even more.<br>
</p><p><a href="https://ischool.sjsu.edu/career-blog/attending-my-first-professional-conference" target="_blank">read more</a></p>https://ischool.sjsu.edu/career-blog/attending-my-first-professional-conference#commentsCareer BlogCareer BlogCareer Blog: Career StrategyCareer Blog: NetworkingTue, 02 Apr 2024 20:29:00 +0000aryn.prestia@sjsu.edu8264 at https://ischool.sjsu.eduMakerspace Librarianship
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<strong>Published:</strong> August 15th, 2023 by Hannah
Nguyen
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Makerspaces have become a staple in many libraries around the
country, and it’s easy to see why they are a match made in
heaven. These collaborative spaces offer equipment, software, or
supplies to help patrons create and innovate. Ideally, they are
designed to reflect what their community wants, which means that
no two makerspaces are alike. They can house anything from arts
and crafts supplies to 3d printers, to a podcast studio. Patrons
might use them to create physical objects, play music, or design
a virtual reality room. Here are some tips for those interested
in pursuing makerspace librarianship.<br>
</p><p><a href="https://ischool.sjsu.edu/career-blog/makerspace-librarianship" target="_blank">read more</a></p>https://ischool.sjsu.edu/career-blog/makerspace-librarianship#commentsCareer BlogCareer BlogCareer Blog: SkillsWed, 16 Aug 2023 03:55:00 +0000hannah.nguyen7981 at https://ischool.sjsu.edu