Looking for a Job?

I know lots of people are right now. The statistics on our job book are through the roof. The good news is, there's also been a noticeable uptick in the number of job postings on the job book in the last few weeks.

I've read a couple recent blogs with some excellent job seeker tips and tricks (and some venting from those who are dealing with the onslaught of resumes):

Trista Harris, Executive Director of Headwaters Foundation, has a blog up specifically about looking for work at foundations. So, You Wanna Be a Program Officer?

Adam Natale, Director of Membership & Program Development at Fractured Atlas, has a great blog with specific do's and don'ts from their recent hiring process. Job Application Dos and Don'ts

Two of my personal pet peeves?

*Don't put your GPA on your resume...especially if it's mediocre! I don't care what your GPA was, but if your resume says, "GPA 2.75", well, now I think you have bad judgment, which I care about a lot.

*Please, oh please, spell my name right on the cover letter. And make sure that you change the name and address on the cover letter from the last job you applied for!

Think of your cover letter as a work sample. You don't need to tell me that you have excellent communication skills or that you are a good writer - just write an stellar cover letter and I'll know. The cover letter is your chance to show why you are the best person for the job and how the skills and experience from your resume match up with the skills and experience in the job description. I can't speak for all organizations, but at Springboard, cover letter is, by far, the most important part of the application.

Good luck to everyone looking out there and give us a call if we can help!

-laura