Career Services
Information & Research Sites
It is always important to know and understand the current labor market. How can this be done? One great way is to go to the State of Kansas Workforce Resouces site at www.kansasjoblink.com.
The site offers insight into the fastest growing occupations and industry in Kansas. Also, it has insight into what the trends will be for the state. Use the information to see where employment may be easier to find and what types of careers will be in demand in the future.
Researching employers
Researching employers can be done in a couple of ways. One way is to go through the local Chamber of Commerce and view the list of companies on the membership list. Companies who belong to a Chamber of Commerce are recognized as valuable members of a community. Simply "Google" a city's Chamber of Commerce and begin the search.
Another way to research is to simply "Google" the company on the internet. It is important to read and gain an understanding of the company's products and services. Companies also post their structure and locations of their offices.
It is very important to research potential employers. The information that is obtained will help in deciding if the employer is a right fit. Also, creating a cover letter, resume and succeeding in an interview increases the potential for success.
