Cougar Mentor Program

Student Success Tips
 

Finding a Job

• Contact COC’s Career Services. They have a large list with jobs for students. The great part about these listings is that employers who contact the school for potential employees know that students will answer the ad, so they usually do not squabble about your class schedule.

• Always go to an interview looking professional.

• The local federal job service is also an excellent source of employment.

• Don’t chew gum at an interview.

• Do not be discouraged if your first job is not in your major field.

• Always be on time for appointments. Be sure to call well in advance if you need to cancel.

• Be sure to follow all instructions (i.e., don’t call a potential employer if the ad says to fax a resume).

• Always present a resume – no matter how brief.