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EMPLOYMENT PACKAGE: Jobs for 2009 graduates

Members of the graduating class of 2009 find themselves stuck right in the middle of a difficult job market. This package will offer advice on landing and keeping that elusive first job.

There are 9 items in this package.

Interview survival guide for new grads

MINNEAPOLIS, Minn. We talked to Adele Cloutier of the Minneapolis South Workforce Center's Employment Ready U. She offered these dos and don'ts for how to conduct yourself before, during and after an interview. PREPARE.

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As U.S. jobs disappear, students and graduates look overseas

WASHINGTON _ As job prospects thin at home, American college seniors and recent graduates are looking overseas for work, even of the unpaid variety.

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EMPLOYMENT BRIEFS: Enrollments up, doc; Still working after all these years; Jobs in flux for 2009 grads; Temporary standouts

Enrollments up, doc. U.S. medical schools continue to expand their enrollment to meet the country’s increasing demand for physicians, according to data from the Association of American Medical Colleges. Jobs in flux for 2009 grads.

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Chapter 1; Recent college grads need strong resume to tackle job market

Lack of “real world” experience can be a concern for many college graduates and can have a negative impact on job prospects. Creating a resume is never an easy task no matter how many years’ experience you have under your belt. 1. Skills are key.

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Major challenge; Applying what you studied in college to your career field isn't always easy

There are a countless number of careers out there that don’t correspond with a particular university major. In fact, many college programs, particularly those with a liberal arts focus, can leave students confused about the practical, real-world application of their talents.

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Lesson planner; First-time employees should learn basic office etiquette

A little common sense and courtesy will get you a long way on the corporate highway.

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English and history majors of the world, unite!; Liberal arts grads should emphasize thinking skills when applying for jobs

In a society that places heavy emphasis on raw skills and experience, where exactly do college graduates who’ve majored in liberal arts fit in?

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ILLUSTRATION: Forced graduation

300 dpi Doug Griswold illustration of students in cap and gown being pushed toward a diploma.

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