Most jobs are not advertised. You will not find them by looking in the want ads or by reading employment bulletin boards. You must explore the “hidden job market” and acquaint yourself with the following resources:

1. FRIENDS AND RELATIVES
   Let everyone know not only that you are looking for a job but also what kind of job.
   
   
2. YELLOW PAGES OF THE TELEPHONE DIRECTORY
   Use these to develop a list of contacts in your skill or occupational areas.
   
   
3. BUSINESS FIRMS
   Visit in person as many companies/agencies as possible that hire people with your skills and interests. Talk to the person with the “authority to hire.” Also, visit with as many employees of these firms as possible. Discuss career opportunities and develop a list of contacts.
   
   
4. CHAMBERS OF COMMERCE
   Information concerning major employers in an area can be obtained from Chamber of Commerce offices.
   
   
5. COLLEGE PLACEMENT OFFICE
   Make daily visits to see what jobs are posted and utilize resource materials; ask questions about possible problem areas, i.e., your approach in an interview, how you present yourself, perhaps even your personal appearance. Instructors are also a potential resource.
   
   
6. STATE EMPLOYMENT SERVICE
   Check daily for new listings.
   
   
7. NEWSPAPER WANT ADS
   Check daily, but remember the majority of the better jobs are not listed in newspaper ads.
   
   
8. UNIONS
   Familiarize yourself with local union halls, and check for apprenticeship openings and application dates.
   
   
9. PRIVATE EMPLOYMENT AGENCIES
   Most require a fee for placement, which is paid by you or the employer. They also require a contract, so be sure to read the entire contract before signing since they are legally binding documents.
   
   
10. TEMPORARY AND PART-TIME HELP AGENCIES
    Oftentimes, part-time jobs lead into full-time positions. Most of them do not charge a fee to the job seeker, but it is wise to check for sure.
    
    
11. LOCAL LIBRARIES
    Check for directories that list employers and associations.
    
    
12. PROFESSIONAL JOURNALS AND TRADE MAGAZINES
    These provide a broad range of openings. However, details are often insufficient for determining if you are qualified. Analysis of the ads will provide information about the extent of employment activity in job fields throughout the area.
    

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