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Summer employment prospects sunny for students, graduates

Whether it's summer employment to offset the cost of higher learning, or to kick-start a career, prospects look sunny for McMaster students. But for many, the job search process can be mysterious and intimidating. Many hesitate and put off the inevitable. Career Planning & Employment Centre counsellor Dave Lawson says, "For a lot of people the idea of finding a job can be very intimidating and, therefore, it's easy to keep putting it off. Our job at the centre is to demystify the job search process and give them the skills they need to succeed. It's important for students to realize that landing a job doesn't just happen. You need to know where the job listings are, have a cover letter and professional-looking, up-to-date resume and be able to sell yourself in an interview."