Finding a job Part 1

Charles Cao@APGIMJan 10, 2014

Introduction of MTL IT industryGames and video

10 Biggest Video Game Developers in Montréal in 2010

AerospaceWeb/social mediaTelecommunication

Montreal's Top EmployersAimia Inc.BAM StrategyBell CanadaBombardier Inc.Business Development Bank of CanadaC&D Aerospace Canada Co. (C&D Zodiac)Centre de santé et de services sociaux de la Montagne / CSSS DLMFednav LimitedGenetec Inc.Ivanhoé Cambridge Inc.Jewish General HospitalL'Oréal Canada Inc.Lundbeck Canada Inc.McGill UniversityMcGill University Health Centre, TheMcKesson Canada CorporationMEI Computer Technology Group Inc.Messaging ArchitectsMolson Coors CanadaNational Bank Financial GroupNuance Communications Canada Inc.Pfizer Canada Inc.Stikeman Elliott LLPVigilant GlobalYellow Pages Group Co.

Tips to Understanding the Canadian Job MarketChoose your study program wiselyBe flexible when considering career opportun

itiesGain «Canadian experience» Improve

your language skillsUnderstand cultural differencesPrepare to deal with misconceptionsBe aware of discrimination and employment e

quity regulationsUse networking as an effective job search str

ategyFocus on your “added value” and market your

self with confidence

6 Things to Do Before You Start a Job SearchResumeLinkedIn ProfileCover Letter Choosing referencesOrganize Your Job Search Interview Clothes

Resume Your resume needs to be professional and

polished, because if you don't have a professional resume, your application materials probably won't get a second glance from a hiring manager. Make sure your resume has what it takes to make a good impact.

Writing a résumé

LinkedIn Profile One of the most important parts of LinkedIn

is your profile. That's what you use to connect with people in your network and your profile is how you get found on LinkedIn by potential employers. Update your Profile so it's current and compelling.

Cover Letter Write a cover letter you can use as a starting

point for the customized cover letters you are going to write when you apply for jobs. It will give you a base to work with and it's good practice.

Writing a cover letter

Choosing referencesA reference is someone that an employer can

contact to find out more about you and to make sure you’re the right fit for the position they’re looking to fill.

Employment references

Organize Your Job Search Take some time now to organize your job

search and the entire process will be easier. Take advantage of the free tools available to help you plan and manage your job search.

Interview ClothesGet an interview outfit ready in advance,

because you may get a call or email to schedule an interview much sooner than you expected.

To be continued……..