HONORS PROGRAM Course: BECOMING A DIGITAL CITIZEN

Case Study 2: Internet Searching

Use the Internet for Your Job Search
In the past, one of the best ways to seek out a job was to pound the pavement, getting out in
person to meet employers. In the Internet age, much of this work can be simplified by interacting
with employers online. Instead of the streets, hit the Net in your search for a new job.
Job Listings
The Internet can expand your job search by putting thousands of recruitment ads at your
fingertips. Websites such as VietnamWorks (vietnamworks.com), Careerbuilder
(Careerbuilder.vn) and LinkedIn (linkedin.com) provide listings of jobs throughout Vietnam and
around the world. This can greatly increase your search if you are willing to relocate for a job.
Social Media
Social Media can allow you to get up close and personal with potential employers. LinkedIn, for
instance, allows you to connect with employers via friends and co-workers in your network.
Twitter (twitter.com) gives you the ability to follow companies and recruiters, who may offer
information about upcoming job openings. Similarly, Facebook (facebook.com) is filled with
corporate pages that include career information. Social media isn't just about receiving
information; you can use it to contact potential employers and to actively network in your job
search.
Researching Employers
One of the best ways to track down jobs online is to research potential employers. If you have a
specific field that you want to work in, use websites such as Glassdoor (glassdoor.com), Monster
(monster.com) and LinkedIn to narrow your search to specific companies. You can then research
the company's details to see if it appeals to you as an employer.
Researching Pay
When you are searching for a job, it is important to have reasonable expectations about your pay.
Several websites provide information about salaries. The Bureau of Labor Statistics (bls.gov), for
instance, provides information about salaries in various fields. Salary wizard from salary.com
provides similar information base on the job title and location. Firsthand (firsthand.co) provides
salary information based on industry, profession, and even specific companies.
Presenting Your Resume
Your job search isn't just about finding the right job, it's about convincing employers that you are
the right person for the job. Showcasing your resume online is one way to do this. LinkedIn
allows you to showcase your curriculum vitae, as do VisualCV (visualcv.com) and
Myresumeonline.org. To really get noticed you can create a video resume and upload it to a
video sharing site like YouTube (youtube.com), Vimeo (vimeo.com) or Photobucket
(photobucket.com).

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Requirements:
Each group prepares a presentation (in 15 minutes) on the following topics:
1. According to the above information, summary of things to keep in mind for job search on
the Internet.
2. Using Internet search engines, search for jobs and summarize about 10 jobs that need
recruitment related to the profession that you are studying. Detailed information for each
job includes job position, job position, job posting, recruitment requirements, expected
salary.

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