ASSESSMENT & COUNSELING

“Career development is the process through which people come to

understand them as they relate to the world of work and their role
in it”
 DISCUSSIONS
COVER LETTER
RESUME
JOB INTERVIEW READINESS
APPLICATION LETTER
Paragraph 1: Briefly introduce yourself
Start by introducing yourself to your potential employers, just as you would if you were meeting them in person. Cover the
basics — your name, your academic qualifications, and what position you’re applying for.

Paragraph 2: Connect your skills to the job

When applying for a job as a recent graduate, don’t worry about your lack of work experience. Instead, showcase the
personality traits and soft skills you possess that make you an excellent match for the job. Think about all of your valuable
interests and skills, or areas of work that you’re passionate about. Then, use your cover letter to connect them to the work
being done at the company you want to work at.

Paragraph 3: Highlight internship or project work experience

It should be the core of your recent grad cover letter. This is where you highlight your relevant experience, whether it’s from
internships, extracurricular, or coursework. Your objective is to highlight any experience that taught you skills that are
valuable in your target industry (e.g., your ability to work on a team, solve problems, or learn quickly).

Paragraph 4: Explain why you’re a match for the job

Employers understand that recent graduates have minimal work experience. What they want to see is that you’re passionate
about the work and are enthusiastic to learn.

Paragraph 5: Finish with a clear call to action

Wrap up your cover letter by strongly yet politely restating your interest in the position, and that you’re
looking forward to an interview in the future. Additionally, mention your interest in scheduling a phone call to
discuss the job opportunity further.
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 JOB PREPARATION
1. Review job description
2. Research about the company
3. Planning your journey to the job interview
4. Prepare questions you will be asked
5. Job interview outfit
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INTERVIEW

ONE-ON-ONE
INTERVIEW

SERIAL
INTERVIEW
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INTERVIEW

INTERVI
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FACE-TO-FACE
INTERVIEW

VIDEOCONFERENCE
INTERVIEW
TELEPHONE
INTERVIEW
 PHONE INTERVIEW
 No eye contact
 Interviewee can't observe body language

INTERVIEW TIPS FOR PHONE INTERVIEWS:

Use the landline
Remove distractions
Make a list of questions
Speak clearly
Use proper etiquette
CAREFUL ANSWERS TO COMMON INTERVIEW
QUESTONS:
TELL ME ABOUT YOURSELF ?
DON’T: “I was born in... I like walks on the beach”
DO: In 2 minutes or less, tell why you are qualified

WHAT WOULD YOU CHANGE ABOUT YOUR LAST

JOB?
DON’T: “My boss, he was totally unrealistic”
DO: “I wish we had a larger training budget”
CAREFUL ANSWERS TO COMMON INTERVIEW
QUESTONS:
WHAT IS YOUR BIGGEST WEAKNESS?
DON’T: “I really don’t have any big weakness” or “I
sometimes procrastinate”
DO: “Not delegating the work that I end up being
overwhelmed of doing it alone” or “I want things to be done
accurately which will caught too much of time”
WHY SHOULD I HIRE YOU?
DON’T: “Because I’m the best candidate”
DO: “I’m a hard worker with a proven track record
CAREFUL ANSWERS TO COMMON INTERVIEW
QUESTONS:
DO YOU HAVE ANY QUESTIONS FOR ME?
DON’T: “Uhm, no I don’t have any questions”
DO: “Can you walk me through a typical day of someone in
this role?”
DO: “ What can I help to clarify that would make hiring me
an easy decision?”
 JOB SITES
https://www.jobstreet.com.ph
 JOB SITES

https://www.mynimo.com
 JOB SITES

http://csc.gov.ph/career/
 JOB SITES

The Career Center

 For application:

1. Resume/Personal data sheet

2. Transcript of Records

3. Certificates

4. Licenses**
5. Master's/Doctoral Degree**

6. Civil Service/PRC holder** (for government application)

THANK YOU!
GOD BLESS YOUR
JOURNEY