Why are we using Jengo, the Career Center mascot, as the messenger for tips about job searching? Jengo symbolizes the fact that embarking on a job search may often seem like attempting a journey into uncharted jungle territory, full of obscured pathways and unseen risks. But Jengo is also a reminder that there is a support system on campus that can help you cut through the tangle of uncertainty surrounding your first job search.

Before you get started on your journey through the job search jungle, you should know a few facts.

• Only 1 in 10 successful job candidates will find a job through the internet.
• 70% - 80% of all available jobs are not advertised.
• Most interviewers decide in the first 7 seconds if they want to hire a candidate or not.
• Your academic major and high GPA are frequently less important to employers than excellent communication skills, a "can-do" attitude, and a teamwork mentality.

Are some of these facts new to you? Do you want to learn more so you can be better prepared? These Jengo Says tips have been developed to give you a "fast track" look at what you need to know before you begin. Follow up on these tips by making an appointment with a Career Center staff member to develop an individualized plan for your search.

Tip 1: Every Senior Should Know the Answer to Three Questions

Tip 2: Avoid the New Graduate "Catch 22"

Tip 3: Avoid the Common Pitfalls of Resume Writing

Tip 4: Use the December Interterm to Jump Start Your Job Search

Tip 5: Making the Most of a Job Fair

Tip 6: Develop a Job Fair "Elevator Speech"

Tip 7: Avoid These Job Search Mistakes

Tip 8: Five Common Interview Mistakes

Tip 9: Quick Tips for Creating a Good Impression

Tip 10: Three Keys to Inspiring Your Listeners in an Interview

Tip 11: Conquer Interviews by Using STAR

Tip 12: Dressing for Interviews, by Industry

Tip 13: What to Do When They Ask for Salary Requirements

Tip 14: Following Up After Your Interview

Tip 15: Don't Let Rejections Get You Down

Tip 16: Professional Success in Your First Job