{"id":6713,"date":"2020-12-03T23:38:27","date_gmt":"2020-12-03T23:38:27","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/wordpress.lvc.edu\/wordpress\/lavie\/?p=6713"},"modified":"2020-12-03T23:38:27","modified_gmt":"2020-12-03T23:38:27","slug":"advice-for-graduating-seniors","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/wordpress.lvc.edu\/lavie\/2020\/12\/03\/advice-for-graduating-seniors\/","title":{"rendered":"Advice for graduating seniors"},"content":{"rendered":"
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By Meridyth Sanders ’21, co-editor in chief<\/p>\n\n\n\n

As students make the finishing touches before submitting their final projects, seniors find themselves one step closer to graduation. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Due to COVID-19 restrictions, changes and setbacks, the job-search process can be even more tiresome and anxiety-inducing than usual. These factors can turn what should be an exciting and hopeful process into a stressful one. Members of the Breen Center for Graduate Success offer advice to LVC seniors as they enter the professional field in these unprecedented times. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cThe trends of the job market have changed,\u201d Megan Johnson, career coach of the Breen Center, said. \u201cThe lines of communication and creativity in showcasing yourself virtually has been more of a need than ever.\u201d\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Some things regarding the hunt for an entry-level position remain the same, despite the pandemic.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cWhat hasn\u2019t changed is the importance of maintaining current connections and continuing to make more,\u201d Johnson said. \u201cThe search strategies also remain the same (handshake, linkedin, indeed, etc).\u201d\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Now that meeting in person is not always feasible, companies are leaning heavily on digital platforms for events such as interviews and meetings. Another employee of the Breen Center stresses the importance of being prepared for any type of interview. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cBeing comfortable on Zoom, or any other video platform for an interview will be necessary,\u201d Dustin Miller, Graduate Intern for the Breen Center, said. \u201cIt can feel a bit unnatural to stare into your camera, but that is the true way to demonstrate eye contact and engagement in this virtual world.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Preparing for a remote application and position also requires highlighting new types of skills on a r\u00e9sum\u00e9 or cover letter. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cCommunication and quick replies are also going to be a skill that people will seek out,\u201d Miller said. \u201cIn some cases, we can no longer just pop down the hall to ask a colleague a question, being a quick responder allows for more effective and team communication.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

While students may stress over figuring out their futures immediately, it is important for them to remember that this is a process that takes time. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cDon\u2019t expect yourself to have it all figured out in your twenties, that is not realistic,\u201d Miller said. \u201cTackle one part of the job process at a time, it is not feasible to go through the entire process in one sitting.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Breen Center offers many resources to help students figure out steps to overcome these new challenges. Staff members are available for one-on-one meetings (in person as well as on Zoom) and can review r\u00e9sum\u00e9s and cover letters as well as provide mock interviews and job-searching strategies. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cWe are here to help!\u201d Miller said. \u201cSometimes just talking it out aloud can be helpful for students. We want to hear from you, so please make an appointment so we can help you all on this journey.\u201d<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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