With intense competition for great jobs comes the need for professional assistance with creating an impactful first impression and solid interviewing skills.
High School Students
High School Students
Launch counselors help you identify potential job opportunities and give you the tools you need to pursue those jobs. We will look for networking opportunities and job fairs so you can meet others in your potential workforce and create connections. We also research salary ranges, trends in hiring, and projected growth for your occupation of choice.
If you need help landing a summer job that will increase your skills and help you stand out in college and beyond, Launch can assist with creating a resume and finding the right places to submit it. Our Interview Training will help you overcome jitters and build confidence.
College Students
College Students
In a competitive market, looking for your first job can be daunting. Your degree is the first step to achieving your goal, but you need to go through the job-seeking and hiring process to secure it. Launch counselors assist with the actual work of finding a job after graduation by providing:
- Resume and cover letter assistance. Learn how to highlight your skills to intended job targets and comply with the Applicant Tracking Software (ATS) used by many employers.
- Weekly job leads based on your target job, geographic area of interest, salary goals, and experience level.
- Interview training. Interview tips and practice will prepare you to present yourself in a confident, knowledgeable way, increasing your chances of securing your dream job.
Experienced Job Seekers
Workers in Transition (Experienced Job Seekers)
Whether pursuing a job in your current field or one in a new industry, you need to prepare for the challenge. Launch helps highlight your strengths, achievements, interests, and aptitudes so you can capitalize on them in a new position. Our services include:
- Resume and cover letter assistance. Your resume summarizes your experience, achievements, and interests while conveying your worth to a prospective employer. Learn how to communicate professionally with potential employers and comply with the Applicant Tracking Software (ATS), used by many to narrow down their pool of candidates.
- Weekly job leads based on your target job, geographic area of interest, salary goals, and experience level.
- Interview training to familiarize yourself with current interview techniques, allowing you to present yourself confidently.
Interview Training
Interview skills training is valuable for all levels of job seekers, including students and experienced workers. Interviewing is one of the most complicated and intimidating parts of seeking employment. Let us take some of the stress out of it! Our interview training includes role-playing, mock interviews, and video evaluations. We prepare you with workbook exercises and practical tips, from practice questions to communication tactics. Interview training doesn’t have to be unpleasant. Together, we will increase your confidence, polish your professionalism, and have fun at the same time. We discuss:
- Interview types.
- Typical interview questions and how to answer them.
- Dress code preparation.
- Confidence in yourself and your transferable skills.
- Effective communication skills.
- Company environments.
- Addressing potentially unusual situations, such as time off work, limited work background, physical or mental limitations, or need for accommodations.
