Chapter 1: The Job Search Process: Where to Begin?
The Assessment Process
Building a Network Through Professional Associations

Chapter 2: Careers
Career Exploration
Expectation #1: What is Expected of an Entry-Level Professional
Expectation #2: What a Candidate can Expect
Career Settings

Chapter 3: Researching an Organization
Steps in Researching an Organization

Chapter 4: Portfolios
What is a Portfolio?
Why use a Portfolio?
Types of Portfolios
Developing and Preparing the Portfolio
Using the Portfolio in an Interview
Electronic Portfolios

Chapter 5: Technology’s Impact on the Job Search Process
The Job Search Process

Chapter 6: Cover Letters and Other Letters
Cover Letters
Reference Request Letters
Job Acceptance Letters
Job Declination Letters
Resignation Letters

Chapter 7: Resumes
Key Resume Content Areas
What Not to Include
Organizing your Resume
Resume Design and Layout

Chapter 8: Interviewing
Preparing for the Interview
Researching the Agency
Candidate Self-Assessment
Interview Practice
Planning What to Wear
Final Preparations
The Interview
Interview Questions
After the Interview
Second Interviews

Chapter 9: The Role and Value of the Internship
Realistic Expectations
Career Goals
Competency Development
Career Direction
Establishing Networks
Establishing Employability
Making the Most of Internships

Chapter 10: Evaluating the Job Offer
Establishing Priorities
Checking for a Good Fit
Determining Negotiable Terms
How to Negotiate

Chapter 11: Navigating the Transition from College to Professional Life
Realistic Assessment
Professional Life Begins with a Winning Attitude and Positive Results
Performance Standards of Success

Appendices
Appendix A: Recreation and Leisure Services Professional Organizations and Associations
Appendix B: Recreation and Leisure Service Journals and Publications
Appendix C: Top Questions Asked by Interviewers
Appendix D: Top Questions Asked by Candidates