August Happenings at JVS Detroit
In This Issue
* Networking Meetings
* On Line Job Applications
* August Workshops
* Have You Landed A Job?
Networking Meetings
No RSVP necessary
Everyone welcome
 
Mondays
6:30 - 8 p.m.
* No meeting Aug. 16 *
Leads and Needs Group
JVS Diem Building
29699 Southfield Road
Southfield, MI 48076

Tuesdays
10:30 a.m.- Noon
Leads and Needs Group
Jewish Family Service
6555 West Maple
West Bloomfield, MI 48323

Wednesdays
9:30 - 11 a.m.
J Seekers Strategy Sessions
Jewish Community Center
15110 W. Ten Mile Road
Oak Park, MI 48237

Thursdays
1:30 - 3:00 p.m.
Job Leads Network
JVS Diem Building
29699 Southfield Road
Southfield, MI 48076


JVS helps people meet life challenges affecting their self-sufficiency through counseling, training and support services in accordance with Jewish values of equal opportunity, compassion, responsibility and the steadfast belief tht the best way to help people is to make it possible for them to help themselves.
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On Line Job Applications
 
Applying for a job online is easy and fast - you can do it in a matter of minutes!

Online job listings provide detailed information about the job profile and the company, so you can highlight skills that suit the prospective employer's requirement.
    
  • Decide if you want to apply for multiple job openings directly to individual companies or through job search sites. For example, you can search a company's web site for openings and apply through the Web site (or through email) or ParnossahWorksDetroit and Indeed.
  • State your contact information (name, phone number and e-mail address), educational background, employment history and your present location when applying.
  • Microsoft Word or PDF are the preferred file formats when sending your cover letter and resume as attachments.  Be clear and concise. The font type and size should be consistent throughout - Arial, Verdana or Times New Roman ranging between 10 and 12 point size are appropriate.
  • Your cover letter should clearly state the position you are applying for, relevant skills that you have to offer and a brief statement on what makes you well suited for the job. Although your contact information will be mentioned in the resume, list it again in the cover letter.
  • Apply only for positions that best suit your qualifications and experience.
  • Keep track of the applications you have made.
  • Call and confirm receipt of your resume if possible. 
  • Update your resume frequently.

"Get A Job"
Workshops for Job Seekers

Hermelin ORT

Jewish Community Center

6600 West Maple, West Bloomfield

Call 248.233.4245

or email wtarrow@jvsdet.org to register.

 

 

Resume Workshop


Tuesday, August 24th, 9 am - noon

Build an attention grabbing, targeted and attractive resume.  Incorporate powerful keywords and phrases by capturing job market related and meaningful skills and achievements from a review of personal education and experience and employers.  Create additional job search materials including cover and thank you letters, business cards and portfolios.

 

Job Search Strategies Workshop

Wednesday, August 25th, 9 am - noon

Learn where to find job leads using the Internet and other resources.  Discover how to work leads effectively to get interviews.  Find new ways to uncover unadvertised job openings.  Develop your job search support team.

Networking Basics Workshop

Thursday, August 26th, 9 am - noon

Avoid the top ten networking mistakes job seekers make.  Use your existing contacts to build your network and increase referrals.  Forge connections to make better job offers happen faster.

 

Interviewing Workshop

Friday, August 27th, 9 am - noon

Become prepared to win your interviews.  Learn about the power of research, how to direct the interviewing process, salary negotiation and tips to getting the job offer.

Are You Working?
If you have landed with a new employer,
we want to know!