[Daniel Braswell]

Thanks for the advice!  That does make a lot of sense.  I will try a different, more focused job description.  Any advice on cover letter content? This seems to be one place many people get hung up on.  Do employers really read the cover letter, or do they simply skim over it and focus more on the resume and portfolio?

[Daniel Braswell]

Thanks for the advice!  I am open to relocating, but the response I have received the most from out-of-state firms is, “we only are considering local candidates at this time”.  So I really pick and choose which out-of-state jobs to apply for.  Relocating out of the country, unless its Canada, is not an option for me. I will definitely look more into design competitions.

[Daniel Braswell]

I have been building a network through fellow alumni and coworkers.  I have not had much success networking through social media, only searching for open positions.  

I always try to send a follow up email asking how I could improve, but as to date only one firm actually replied back (they chose another person due to more relative experience).  However, I realize that a response is not a given, nor do I expect one. It does make it difficult to improve in the next interview. You are right, I was never really taught about “walking” into firms in college.  I do, every couple months, send cold emails to firms inquiring about employment opportunities.  I realize that this may not be the most productive way, but since I currently have a full job, it is difficult for me to be able to walk into or call firms.  What are some other ways that you may have found successful?

I am just now exploring opportunities for some pro bono work, even trying to build work on my own.  I have not come across many volunteering opportunities. Where could I find info on volunteering work?

Thanks for all the advice.  It gives me encouragement to know that there is a light at the end of this job searching tunnel.

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