Career Developing Resources

Recently I was doing a homework assignment and started to submit one click applications because the teacher said to submit a link to an application template. I started becoming confused since now a days it's one click apply, that is if your like me with job search networking.  The purpose of this class and this specific assignment was employment transition, and one suggestion for those applying to jobs everyday is to have a template of general info that you could copy and paste into an application since resumes when uploaded don't seem to filter well and you end up still reentering and fixing everything anyway. After noticing that it was taking one click to apply I must have tried "applying" to at least 10 jobs trying to get what she was looking for. Not two days later I got a call back since I was trying to find what she wanted and ended up applying to IT JOBS. It goes to show you that there are jobs if you are seriously looking especially in this state. Need a IT JOB or entry level opportunity then Apply in NC for IT JOBS. 

Back to the current topic, we can't do everything on our own especially when we do not always know where to look for employment. There are many career resources and development counselor companies who are ready and willing to help get you placed with your dream job. Yes it takes a little work but who is not willing to get placed sooner then later? Job hunting can get frustrating and then we start to apply any and everywhere out of desperation but with career resource counselors we are able to place our skill assets on the table and end up in our dream job quicker knowing that we are not working on our future alone. If you do not want to go back to school then you do not even need to do that to fit into entry level positions. New Horizons is a career development for those looking to broaden their education but not to attend school for a degree. With new horizons they are willing to know what your skills currently are and what will better you in the long run in employment such as certifications in networking, security and other IT related fields. This learning center does have access to free webinars and also discounted testing for certifications.On the other side there are learning centers that you can use to simply research open jobs and work with someone who can help locate employment for you based on skills and what you are interested in doing. Keep in mind some career placement centers are for temporary employment but potentially long term based on performance and need with the organization. Just to name a few:

• Franklin Staffing Partners

• Express Employment Professionals

• Career Resources at Wake Tech

• TEK systems

• Robert Half Technology

• NC Gov

• Kelly Services

Wishing you the best on your employment search and needs.

Vendor Listing

If you live in the Cary/Raleigh/Durham NC area and you are trying to find a job fast then you are in the right place because this area is a high hiring area from Retail, or Customer Service Associates to Management positions. If you can pass a background check then you are not limited to where you can apply and can find similar positions with minimal experience at Vendor Management Companies. For example, at Xerox Commercial Solutions, a vendor company that hosts support positions in customer service and technical support for companies like Sprint, Humana Health and CVS prescription drugs. This is one of the largest hosting companies in the local area and is constantly hiring people with little to no experience. With a potential of making $17/hr it is a job which only requires handling customers on a case to case basis, providing customer service and solutions. Although most will not make it for reasons like not being a good fit for these positions, there is definitely potential to move up in management by being able to preform job functions with ethical commitment.  If you are interested in any of these positions this Company is always hiring and has active training classes. No formal application required, all you need to do is go down to either location with your resume and speak to the security desk to see someone about a job. They will hire you on the spot but you need to be able to pass the requirements of a short typing and response assessment as well as complete your necessary paperwork to release background information and drug test. The two locations in Raleigh/Cary area are located at:

1. 1300 Crescent Green dr. Cary NC » Map (919) 851-4891
2. 4924 GREEN RD, STE 101 RALEIGH,  NC  27616-2832  |  view map (919) 713-0954

• Indeed

• Affiliated  Computer Service

• Xerox Website

• Beyond

• CIO

You can find job listings for this company at the following links, including the one above if you are in a different state and wondering if you have this vendor in your area. If you don't feel like walking in simply apply on any of the following:

Entry Level Openings

Here are the current job listings and communications found in the Raleigh/Durham North Carolina Area. If the postings are not fast enough for you: I receive communications daily on local listings but don't always have time to go through them. Feel free to comment or contact me if you see that I have not posted recently to request an update, I will forward you an email. All jobs listed are on going and should be valid when opening the links because Jobs in Telecommunications are easy come easy go. If it takes you to a page where you are not able to apply simply use the search link and type the company for which the job listing is for. Please don't forget to peek at previous posts because it is possible the jobs listed are still available or others were posted by the companies mentioned. In the future, jobs will become more specific in experience but until I can fulfill certain requirements they will remain entry level.

The first company listing is John Deere est 1846:

As we should all know John Deere is an Agricultural/Turf division which literally covers the globe. They are currently seeking Technical Support Specialists with minimal experience who has reliable customer service. This entry level job is found in the Cary, NC area. Remember strong communication skills are necessary when in this position. Fluent Spanish and English are not necessary but will give you one up on someone who isn't. Please see poster for more info.

Last Focus for the week will be an ITI Ideas.Technology.Innovation company. Currently seeking 2-5 year experienced support specialists Apply for Helpdesk/Desktop Support Specialist starting pay is $18/hr. Candidate Provides first-level support to users by researching and answering questions; resolving problems; providing resources. Located in Chapel Hill, NC.

Stericycle est 1989 is currently looking for entry level customer service specialist part-time which can potentially become full time(day and mid shift). This company specializes in collecting and disposing medical waste, recalled and expired medical products, and infection control management and services. Customer service positions are always entry level with high school diploma requirements and minimal experience. Your duties are usually the same company to company with inbound/outbound calling, and computer data entry and logging notes based on customers needs of services to provide the best resolution.

Superior Technical Resources is looking for Full time Customer Service Support 2 in Cary, NC. You will take incoming calls and make outgoing calls depending on the resolutions of requests. You will place orders and track existing orders to provide information to the clients. Talent and Resources, Aligned. www.superiorjobs.com EOE M/F/D/V

Skills/Qualifications for job listings:

Problem Solving, Help Desk Experience, Phone Skills, Customer Service, Training, Verbal Communication, Coaching, Documentation Skills, Network Troubleshooting, Networking Knowledge, Product Knowledge

Job Seeking Tools

Here are some of the main tools that I use in Job Seeking. Usually to be successful in finding a job a company has to be hiring in mass or you have to apply to enough jobs to receive feedback. In recent events, you can expect less than 10% return rate of employers who will call you back with in a month. If you apply to 10 jobs your likely chance of an interview is slim to none because 10:1 ratio is actually setting too high of an expectation for a place that will be hiring only a couple associates at a time. You will have a better chance of finding a job when seeking in a career such as a customer support or technical support representative because call centers are hiring and training more then 30 ppl at once knowing only 10% of them will likely succeed in the position. Use these tools and I can guarantee with the right key words you will not be disappointed in what populates for openings. Best Wishes in your new career and development.

1. Glassdoor-Provides salary medians, interview tips and reviews of employers
2. Branchout-linked to facebook friends to provide contacts and referrals
3. Linkedin-Linked to facebook friends as well, seeking employers even email you if they find you and are interested in extending a position opening referral. You may all seek using this tool.
4. Jobs.com- Search keywords and local areas
5. Indeed-Post a resume look for jobs, receive notifications of interests to your email

Get Tech Jobs Now

Greetings! Feeling anxious about looking for a job? Wish you knew where to start looking? If you are in the Raleigh/Durham NC area and are looking to expand in information technology but do not currently have a degree then you are in the right place. I will be job searching and modifying the best ones that I find using all the tools I use personally when job seeking. As a student studying Information Technology Systems I am always curious in what is available as well as keeping the window of opportunity open just in case. Please check back because I will be posting about local job opportunities which are available in a wide range of cities and are not limited to the location in which I currently reside. The companies I choose will directly reflect job titles which are available and growing in the coming years. Thinking Certification? Yes indeed this could give you a one up on salary and experience which not only looks attractive but gives you training in areas which are recognized Worldwide.