SCDConline Job Search ... Before beginning a job search, yo

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Co-op Pre-Registration

• Steinbright Career Development Center (SCDC)
• Spring/Summer 2009 Co-op Cycle

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SCDC Main Campus Information

• Location
• Main Campus 3201 Arch St., Suite 250
• Office Main Phone Number
• 215.895.2185
• Office Hours
• Monday, Wednesday, Friday 800 am 500 pm
• Tuesday 800 am 700 pm
• Thursday 1000 am 500 pm
• Main Campus Drop-in Hours
• M 3-4pm T 2-3pm, 5-7pm W 9-10am TH 1-2pm, F
  11-12pm
• Drop-ins are to be used for quick questions and
  signatures. For more complex issues please
  schedule an appointment.

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SCDC Health Sciences Campus Information

• Location
• Health Sciences Campus 15th and Race Streets,
  Bellet Building, 2nd Floor
• Office Main Phone Number
• 215.762.7577
• Office Hours
• Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday 800 am 500
  pm
• Thursday 1100 am 500 pm
• For pre-registration - appointments only.

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Eligibility for Co-op

• Be enrolled as a full-time (12 credits per term),
  matriculated student, making academic progress,
  and accumulate a total of 24 credits over the two
  terms prior to co-op.
• Be registered in co-op concentration.
• Receive credit for COOP 101 Coordinators will
  verify credit.
• Be an active student NO holds on your records.

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Co-op Expectations

• The SCDC does NOT guarantee co-op employment.
• Maintain deadlines.
• Be dedicated and put forth effort.
• Factors such as GPA, motivation, interviewing
  skills and quality of resume will have impact on
  job search.
• You are responsible for all policies, procedures,
  and co-op information listed on SCDC website.

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Caution Online Social Networks (e.g., Facebook,
MySpace, etc.)

• Online social networks are often a great tool to
  network with other students.
• HOWEVER
• Information online is not private! There is
  nothing to stop faculty, employers, parents, and
  other students from reading your profiles.
• Employers often check profiles of potential
  candidates to help in their hiring decisions.
  Please do not post anything that you would not
  want them to view.

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SCDConline Job Search
You can utilize the SCDConline system to search
for and directly apply to co-op positions through
three rounds (A, B and C).
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• Accessing SCDConline

• Log in to DrexelOne at http//one.drexel.edu
• Click on Student tab
• Click on More BannerWeb SCDC Services to see the
  full menu of services

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• SCDConline Main Menu

• The main menu is where you can create resumes,
  search for and apply to jobs, view interview
  requests and rank results, and complete
  Employment Summary and Planner (ESP) forms.
• Before beginning a job search, you may want to
  see how other students have rated a prospective
  employer you can do this by accessing the
  archives of past student co-op evaluations by
  clicking on the ESP Form Selection link.

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ESP Archives

• You can search the archives by employer name or
  by major.

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Search for Jobs Screen

• Search by classification, job function, employer
  name, job location, and/or keywords.

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Job Description Screen

• Once you enter the search criteria, a list of
  job titles will appear. To view the job
  description, click on the job title.
• Review a job description including employer
  information, job duties, GPA requirements, number
  of openings, etc.
• Click on Request an Interview link at the
  bottom of the screen to apply to a position
  (Please note You can apply to a maximum of 20
  positions in the A and B rounds and 50 positions
  in the C round.)

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Interview Request Results

• Employers have 1-2 weeks to review resumes and
  select students for interviews, after this time
  period you can then view interview request
  results
• Click on the Maintain Your Interview Requests
  link to determine if you were selected for an
  interview.
• Interview Status will display accepted or
  not selected for each interview request. Click
  on any accepted positions job title to view
  special interview instructions.
• You are required to attend all interviews that
  have been granted by employers. Do not miss
  classes, exams or tests for interviews.

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Interview Tips

• Practice answering questions review frequently
  asked questions or conduct a mock interview.
• Research companies by visiting their websites.
• Prepare interview outfit ahead of time, make sure
  it is cleaned, pressed, and appropriate.
• Focus on what you can do for a company/organizatio
  n rather than what they can do for you.
• Obtain business cards from interviewers.
• Send thank you letters after your interviews.

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Ranking Results

• After the interviews are completed, employers
  submit student rankings through the SCDConline
  system. Offers of employment through the A and B
  rounds should not be made verbally.
• Ranking involves accepting offers or ranking job
  offers and alternates. You can choose to accept
  an offer outright or rank alternates and offers.
• Salaries for positions identified through
  SCDConline cannot be negotiated.
• If participating in the ranking/optimal pairing
  process, you should only accept or rank positions
  with which you would want to be paired. If
  paired, you must honor that commitment.
• Questions regarding the ranking process should
  be directed to your coordinator. During the
  ranking process you should not contact employers
  directly.

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Ranking Terminology

• Job Offer a job offer is extended to you
• Qualified Alternate the employer has extended
  the job offer to another student however, they
  believe you are also a good fit for the position
  you could be paired with the job if student given
  the offer declines it
• No Employer Interest the employer is not
  considering you for the position

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Independent Job Search
In addition to using SCDConline, you should also
conduct job searches outside of the system.
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SCDC Career Resources

• Career Library
• Library Assistant Daisy Larios
• Location Hagerty Library, Room 136
• Events
• Drexel career fairs (October and April)
• Networking Night, Resume Critique Days,
  Information Sessions
• Workshops
• Resume writing, speed interviewing, 30-second
  commercial, co-op preparation, etc.

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Networking

• Develop a network of people in your field.
• Friends, relatives, faculty, alumni, co-workers,
  upperclassmen, professional associations, etc.
• Schedule informational interviews.
• Follow up and maintain contacts - get business
  cards and keep records of who and when you
  communicate with individuals.
• Always be prepared to network.

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Internet Resources/Printed Material

• Classified ads in newspapers and trade journals
• Company websites
• Search engines
• Job boards (general and specific)
• Professional associations
• Career Library databases and reference books

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Contacting Employers

• Find the right contact person within the company.
• Generate a company-specific cover letter to
  include with your resume.
• Call employers to inquire about potential
  opportunities.
• Generate a phone script to avoid common
  obstacles.

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Co-op Abroad Program

• A co-op abroad can give you a distinct advantage
  in this global economy because an employee who
  understands the issues facing an international
  corporation is ultimately a more valued employee.
• Other Benefits
• Enhanced resume
• International perspective in your field
• Heightened understanding of world
• Broader cultural knowledge
• Increased self confidence
• Learn another language
• Start planning 12 18 months in advance -
  develop an awareness of what you want and where
  you want to work abroad.
• For more information
• Refer to SCDC website.
• Schedule meeting with manager of international
  co-op programs to discuss eligibility and
  opportunities.
• Contact Dragons Abroad a group of Drexel
  students promoting study and work opportunities
  abroad (dragons.abroad_at_drexel.edu).

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How do you ensure co-op credit once you find a
job? Co-op Credit

• Register your co-op
• Paired through SCDConline
• You must electronically sign Student Agreement
  Registration form through SCDConline.
• Paired through an independent search
• You must complete Student Agreement
  Registration form (Blue Form).
• Employer must complete an Employer Agreement Form
  and provide offer letter/job description.
• Successfully complete co-op.
• Complete Employment Summary and Planner (ESP)
  and meet with your coordinator.

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What if you are still searching for a job when
co-op begins? Job Search Journal

• Meet with your coordinator to review job search
  journal requirements.
• Document job search activities extensively.

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While on Co-op

• Be professional while on the job.
• Learn company policies and procedures (time off,
  appropriate use of resources such as email and
  phone, calling in sick, etc.).
• If any issues arise while on co-op, it is
  important for you to contact your coordinator.
• Problems at work can sometimes result in
  termination of employment and co-op probation
  (depending on the situation).

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At the End of Co-op

• Complete ESP online.
• Upon successful completion of co-op you earn 16
  Drexel Co-op Units (DCUs) for each quarter that
  you were registered for co-op.
• Schedule an appointment with your coordinator to
  review ESP and approve next cycle (if
  applicable).
• Review and update your resume.
• Encourage your employer to review your
  performance before you leave.

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Additional SCDC Policies and Procedures

• All co-op experiences must be related to your
  major.
• If at anytime a hold (inactive status) is
  placed on your records, you will not be allowed
  to participate in the online co-op process until
  the hold is resolved.
• All paperwork associated with your co-op
  experience must be submitted to your coordinator
  for approval PRIOR to beginning co-op employment.
• Some international students must adhere to
  federally mandated policies in order to be
  eligible for co-op. Please contact ISSS, 210
  Creese Student Center, regarding status and
  responsibilities.

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Additional SCDC Policies and Procedures

• If you violate an SCDC, employer, and/or a
  University policy, co-op probation may result. If
  terms of probation are not met, this can result
  in a failed work term, removal from the co-op
  program, and/or delayed graduation. Removal from
  the co-op program can impact billing and
  financial aid.
• The SCDC will post policy and procedure updates
  or additions on its website- www.drexel.edu/scdc.
  It is your responsibility to review this site and
  read notices/emails from the SCDC for any changes
  or additions to policies and procedures.

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Thank You

• Please complete the Co-op Pre-registration Quiz,
  which can be downloaded by CLICKING HERE.
• Once completed, please print out a hard copy and
  bring it to your pre-registration meeting!