It’s time for you to use this resume hack! No more questioning whether you’re presenting yourself as a good fit for a position. For this hack, all you need is the job description for the position you’re applying for and your resume. Visit a word cloud website and enter the entire job description to see…

Today we would like to share how to best utilize CalAgJobs as a candidate. There are a variety of resources available from CalAgJobs to you as a candidate that we recommend utilizing to improve your job search and career journey. First we recommend creating a candidate account. This will be used to log-in to the…

Virtual interviews are more common now than ever. The CalAgJobs team works remotely, therefore we have some tips for you about virtual interviews. Test your camera and microphone on the application you will be using prior to the interview. For example, if you’re using Zoom you should download and test the application to see if…

You can simplify interviews by breaking the process down into preparation, execution, and follow-up. We previously shared how to prepare for an interview here. Now we will focus on some tips for interview execution. Speak with a confident and audible voice and enunciate your words fully. Talk a comfortable pace, you don’t need to rush…

Did you know that when you send your resume to an employer or job board they can see the title of the file? Make sure when you send in your resume, you title it correctly. Avoid using titles such as “resume #1” or “resume for (insert company)”. Instead you want to put your name in…

Fancy resume templates with bright colors, unique text organization, and pictures are becoming more common. This begs the question: should I use a unique resume or a simple resume? There is no real simple answer to this question, yet there are some things to consider when making your resume formatting choices. First, take into account…

Interviewing can seem to be a daunting task. Simplify interviews by breaking the process down into preparation, execution, and follow-up. This article will focus on preparing for an interview. Practice your answer to the commonly asked “tell me about yourself” question. Memorize what is on your resume so you can be prepared to answer any…

Your resume is often times the first impression that is made with a prospective employer. It is important to make sure you are tailoring your resume to the positions you are applying for and the industry they fall into. To do this, make sure to include and expand on any skills that are related to…

Finding your career path in agriculture leaves you with a plethora of options within the industry. There are many easy and practical steps you can take to find a better understanding of where you would like to go in your career. These tactics relate to making connections with industry professionals. Attending career fairs and connecting…

A cover letter is not always necessary, yet sets you apart from other candidates. They are especially helpful when applying for roles that are receiving a large mass of applicants. Your cover letter should include a variety of topics to show an employer why you out of the pool of applicants are the best choice.…