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Ontario Works - County of Wellington

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JOB SEARCH TIPS<br />

Here are some handy tips to keep in mind when looking for employment.<br />

Networking<br />

• Tell everyoneyou know that you are looking for work -<br />

friends, relatives, neighbours, former co-workers and<br />

employers, etc.. These people may know <strong>of</strong> job leads.<br />

• Visit job fairs. Go dressed for an interview and bring copies <strong>of</strong><br />

your résumé.<br />

• Register with personnel agencies.<br />

Job Searching<br />

• Use all available resources. The <strong>County</strong> <strong>of</strong> <strong>Wellington</strong> has a<br />

resource centre which has free services including books on job<br />

hunting, fax and Internet use, newspapers and job postings.<br />

• Look beyond newspapers. Try community bulletin boards at<br />

your children’s school, the local community college, or your<br />

place <strong>of</strong> worship.<br />

• Go online. Many job opportunities are listed on the Internet.<br />

• Research companies you are interested in, even if they are not<br />

hiring. Send them your résumé and let them know you are<br />

looking.<br />

• Volunteer your time. If you find you lack the experience needed<br />

for the jobs you are looking for, learn new skills by volunteering<br />

in theCommunity Placement Program.<br />

<strong>Wellington</strong> <strong>County</strong><br />

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<strong>Ontario</strong> <strong>Works</strong>

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