This document outlines 7 essential etiquette tips for job seekers: 1) Be prepared with a 30-second introduction at job fairs and information interviews. 2) Thank interviewers and follow up with a note. 3) Do not accept a job offer on the spot; ask for time to consider and cease other applications if verbally committing. 4) Thank employers for rejected offers and follow up periodically in case opportunities arise later. 5) Help others who have helped you in your job search.
3. Outline
Job Fair
Information Interviews
Job Interview
Job Seeker Accepting an Offer
Job Seeker Declines an Offer
Job Seeker is Rejected
Reciprocity
4. Job Fair
Research firm
Develop 30-second commercial
Ex: Tell me about your company
5. Information Interviews
Articulate 30-second commercial
Follow up and thank you note
Ex: Bobby Robinson
6. Job Interviews
Arrive early and be prepared
Ask questions, ask for the job, follow up note
Ex: Kassie Wang
8. Job Seeker Accepting an Offer
Do not accept on the spot ask for time
Cease all other job seeking activities once verbal
commitment has been given
Ex: AAP
9. Job Seeker Declines an Offer
Thank you
Follow Up in 30, 60 or 90 days
Ex: Nicholas
10. Job Seeker is Rejected
Thank for the opportunity
Follow up 30,60,90
Ex: Lindsay
11. Reciprocity
Help others who helped you
Plus, you may switch jobs every 3 years
Ex: Darlene