Describes the employment interview as a communication situation in which skill in communication is the important determinant of success. Presents a workshop format that focuses attention on interview communication skills. Discusses what makes a competent communicator and describes possible workshop components and their integration into successful…

Suggests that hiring one's own university graduates is increasingly taboo. This conclusion is derived from experience with a departmental hiring committee and a survey of large universities. Concludes universities seek to avoid bad impressions, and only the weak or very strong hire "their own." (Author)

Investigated job search and hiring practices in student affairs work. Questionnaires sent to member institutions of the National Association of Student Personnel Administrators indicated the extensive use of newspapers to advertise positions. Institutions placed a high level of importance on effective resumes and reference letters. (RC)

Describes informational programs within public libraries throughout New York State which provide information and referral services to patrons seeking educational or job opportunities. Sponsored by state employment and educational agencies, more than 20 library systems help people to use information to enhance their lives. Five references are…

Describes a program designed to meet the needs of adults over 55 who are unemployed or underemployed. The program includes 12-hour job readiness workshops, mini-workshops, and an employment information showcase. Participant evaluation and feedback indicated the format and staff efforts have been successful. (Author/JAC)

To assess interview evaluation procedures, university placement centers (N=35) completed a survey. Campus recruiters (N=296) also completed surveys. Results indicated a need for a standardized evaluation form and suggested that the use of evaluation forms should protect the identity of recruiters. (RC)

Concludes that recruiting representatives, administrative practices, and procedures used to evaluate applicant qualifications are all potentially important influences on job seeker attitudes and behaviors. Limitations of the existing research necessitate caution. (Author)

A survey of council members and committee chairpersons of the American Bar Association reveals clues to good job search techniques for law graduates. The hints concern resume writing, interview manner, common errors, salary questions, appearance, and firms' hiring practices. (Journal availability: 1155 E. 60th St., Chicago, IL 60637, sc $1.00).…

Four main areas are identified for the instructional technology consultant to approach the international marketplace: international organizations, the United States government, industry, and international public service organizations. Types of preparation needed, as well as special problems and rewards of international consulting, are discussed.…

This article describes a college course--Career Exploration. Student evaluation of the course indicated that about 70 percent of the participants were helped in making career decisions. (Author)

Outlines the situation of women in educational administration in the Netherlands and describes a model for the process of attaining management positions. This management route model differentiates between the factors influencing the career path to a management position and distinguishes three phases: anticipation/preparation; acquisition; and…

Recent university business graduates (N=398) completed a survey on current status and job search process, which was matched to their academic records. Examined differences in the job search process based on age, gender, and minority status. Discusses findings in terms of pre-employment opportunities for women and blacks and a realistic employment…

Alumni get involved in a network when they share their professional expertise with undergraduates. Programs to bring alumni and students together include: mentor, alumni hosts, alumni rosters in which former students are listed by profession and geographic area, credentials service, etc. (MLW)

The 10 components of a career development curriculum for mentally ill individuals are intended to achieve 3 goals: (1) job readiness (reality of work, integration of mental illness and employment, on-the-job behavior); (2) career decision making (self-assessment, occupational information, career choice); and (3) getting and keeping employment (job…

Examined stressors (length of unemployment, financial concerns, social support), stress symptoms (self-esteem, depression, physical symptoms, psychological symptoms, locus of control), and job seeking behaviors of 35 members of self-help organization for unemployed professionals over age 40. Results indicated that financial concerns and social…