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CAREER AND ALUMNI CENTER


PHINMA Araullo University
Maharlika Highway, Brgy. Bitas, Cabanatuan City / 044-464-3300 loc 114
Ms. Toni Marie B. Punzalan
Career Services Officer
0926-1512-376
Partner Companies Introduction Career Services Unit
Vista Land and Lifescapes Inc. UGF Worldwide Corpo- 2263552 loc
rate Center, Shaw Boule- 0558
Welcome from your Career Services Officer. We strive to address the needs of all
vard, Mandaluyong City
students and alumni regarding their career plans and job search preparation.
Salon De Albularyo Unit 4, Quezon District, 044-600-4697
Maharlika Highway, CC In accordance with the mission of Phinma Education of “Making lives better through
Education”, the Career Services Unit of the Center for Student Development and Leader-
LBC Hari ng Padala Crossing Barangay Bitas, 044-940-4007
ship helps the students discover, develop and achieve their career goals. We provide ser-
Cabanatuan City
vices that will equip them with skills that will effectively land them a job.
MAZDA Cabanatuan Maharlika Highway, Ca- 044-940-0048
banatuan City
Mitsubishi Motors—Cabanatuan Maharlika Highway, Ca- 044-463-8390 What We Do
banatuan City  Equip students with professional job search skills
Asia United Bank Maharlika Highway, Ca- 044-940-0698  Train students to become successful with their job search and employment.
 Provide linkages between the students / graduates and the top companies.
banatuan City
 Provide students / graduates with Job Vacancies and other Recruitment Activities
Isuzu Cabanatuan City Maharlika Highway, Ca- 044-463-8214 from Top Companies.
banatuan City
Other Services
Taodharma Inc. 3rd Floor, SM Megacen- 02-836-5828  On-the-Job Trainings / Internships—this is an avenue for students who are looking for
ter experiences with academic credits but without making a long term commitment with
First Philippine Industrial Park, Inc. Brgy., Sta. Anastacia, Sto. 02-914-4147 to an employer. Eventually students will be given priority for future recruitment activi-
ties of our partner companies.
Tomas, Batangas City 49
 Job Fairs—students are encouraged to attend job fairs, employer open houses and
RAM Food Products Inc. Paseo De Roxas, Makati 02-816-2101 to other networking events to learn more about job and internship opportunities.
City 04  Part-time / Summer Job Opportunities—these are opportunities for the students to
earn money for tuition and other school expenses with a clear consideration of their
SL Agritech Corporation Brgy., Bagong Silang, Ta- 0917-5656-728 academic
lavera  Job Search Assistance—a guide is being provided to students leading to an effective
Excellent People Multi-Purpose Taguig City 839-0366 to 88 job search.
 Activity Announcements—Career Services Activities and other related recruitment
Cooperative
activities are being announced in various social media accounts making it accessible
First Lead Inc. Ortigas Center, Pasig City 0922-461-3833 to students and alumni.

Motortrade Nationwide Corpora- Cubao, Quezon City 0927-726-8822 Contact Person Location
tion Career and Alumni Center
Located at the back of the Business Center, beside the University Gymnasium
Sutherland Global Services Tarlac City, Tarlac 03-459-2900 Phone: 044-464-3300 Loc. 114
Lifeline Diagnostics Supplies Inc. Quezon Ave., Quezon 02-376-5917 / 02 Cellphone: 0926-1512-376
City -372-1675 Hours: 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM (Monday to Friday)
Email: [email protected]
Trust International Paper Construc- Mabalacat, Pampanga 045-893-0676 to Facebook: careerservicesunit
tion (TIPCO) City 79 Facebook Group Page: PHINMA—AU Alumni
20 Twitter: @PhinmaAUCareers 1
Partner Companies Job Fair Tips
Mitsukoshi Motors Philippines Rodriguez St., Avenue, 722-3333 loc 134 Remember these tips as you prepare to attend job fairs:
Quezon City Before the Fair
 Find out as much as you can about the job fair before the day of the event, try to
Faith in God Recruitment, Place- Commercial 2 and 3 Tow- 045-499-5134
learn the following:
ment and Manpower Services er B, Donggwang Bldg.,
- what organizations will be there and what positions are they planning to fill?
Clark, Pampanga
- Research all employers that are of interest to you.
World of Work Recruitment Spe- Romulo Blvd., Cut 1st. 045-491-0746 - Does it cost anything to attend?
cialist Tarlac City - What is the format for the day? (scheduled interviews, open fair, career
information, etc.)
Forms International Enterprise Cor- East Grace Park, 365-5249 to 53 - Do you have to pre-register?
poration Caloocan City loc 114 - What time does the event begin and end?
Fundline Finance Corporation TPI Bldg., EDSA Cor. Har- 02-882-4910 - Is it an open or closed job fair? (Open—anyone can attend, Closed—only
students of sponsoring schools / organization are invited to attend)
vard St., Brgy. Pinagkaisa-
 Bring 20 to 30 copies of your resume only on professional, quality paper. A cover
han, Makati City
letter is not necessary but you should bring your Applicant’s Portfolio with you.
PHINMA Property Holdings 29 EDSA MAndaluyong 02-533-7777  Dress professionally, wear comfortable but professional shoes (you will be walking
City 1550 and standing most of the time).
Alternative Network Resources Magallanes, Makati City 02-403-4913 / 02  Rehearse a 1 minute introduction of yourself, include your major, why you chose this
Multi Purpose Cooperative -889-8933 major, career related work experience and career goals. Prepare 5 questions that you
Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas Corner Poblacion and Del 044-463-1736 want to ask the recruiter regarding company / position but never ask about salary or
Pilar Streets, Cabanatuan benefits.
During the Fair
 When you arrive, take a few minutes to familiarize yourself and plan for a strategy.
Royale Homes Marketing Corpora- Unit 4, Conception St., 0922-8575-086
 Be confident and approach each employer with a smile and a firm handshake.
tion Cabanatuan City
 Bring food with you that can easily be placed in your bags or cars.
Producers Savings Bank Corpora- Otigas Center, Pasig City 02-706-0377  Keep your energy ad enthusiasm up the entire day.
tion  Ask for a business card and if not available, get the name, and the title of the person
Ginebra San Miguel Inc. Brgy. Tabag West, Sta. 075-522-6855 you spoke with—making sure of the correct spelling.
Barbara, Pangasinan  Make notes after talking with each employer.
After the Fair
Supervalue, Inc. (SM Supermarket) Conception Ct., Caba- 044-951-0089  Follow-up after the job fair with each
natuan City employer that is still of interest to you be
sending a cover letter and resume, as
well as any supporting documents. In
addition, add a thank-you note. Send this
information within a week after the
event.
 Be prepared to follow-up again if you
have not heard from the recruiter within the time line given to you at the fair.
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Partner Companies Cover Letter Sample

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Partner Companies Resume Sample

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Communication Guidelines Applicant’s Portfolio Guidelines

Non-Verbal Communication
A portfolio collects examples of your work and training so you can show employers.
 Greet the employer with a firm handshake
 Wait to sit down after the employer has offered you a chair and has been seated first
There are many benefits of having a having a portfolio. In this section we list how it
 Maintain steady eye contact. should look, what to include and how to use your portfolio. An example is also provided.
 Use positive facial expressions and speech qualities
 Show interest by using good posture and easy smiles Portfolio makes you stand out from the competition:
 Active listening with controlled response
 Refrain from squirming or any other intentional nervous behaviors  Employers will: be impressed that you prepared.
 See you really want the job.
Verbal Communication  Believe you can do the work.
 Allow the interviewer to direct the interview and never interrupt  Remember you.
 Use clear, concise answers—don't ramble
Can be very simple:
 Don’t use fillers when answering e.g. “you know”, “uh” or “like”
 Use a Clear Book / Binders.
 Don’t exaggerate and don’t be negative
 Keep the cover clean.
 Listen to what is being asked and answer appropriately
 Put pages in sheet protectors.
 Use proper grammar
 Have a table of contents (see right).
 Maintain an appropriate sense of humor
 Divide sections with tabs--you'll find pages easily.
 Don’t make excuses for yourself or put yourself down
Using Your Portfolio:
Interview Etiquette  Never send with your résumé.
 Don’t be negative, even on the smallest issue  During the interview, show examples related to the discussion.
 Thank the interviewer for the meeting and convey a positive attitude  Put away if interviewer seems uninterested.
 Make sure you obtain the correct spelling, address and phone numbers  Never leave with the employer.
 Be polite and honest, be careful not to talk so much
 Don’t refer to the interviewer by his first name unless given permission Fill your portfolio with the items listed below:
 Introduce yourself to the staff when you arrive  Recommendation Letters
 Arrive at least 20 minutes early  Certificates of Trainings and Seminars Attended
 Call two days before the interview to confirm the date, time, location and the name  Government Mandated Records such as (NSO Birth Certificate, NSO Marriage Certifi-
cate, SSS, Philhealth, Pag-ibig etc.)
of the interviewer.
 Clearances (Barangay, Police, Municipal, Regional, NBI, etc.)
 Photo Copy for the employers.
 Education (Degree Certificates)
 Other related documents for resume build-up

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Table of Contents Social Media Accounts

Introduction 1
Job Search 2
Job Fair 3
Cover Letter 4
Resume 6
Applicant’s Portfolio 9
Employment 10
Professional Attire 11
Communication 12
Partner Companies 13
Top Employers 16
Social Media 21

Ikaw at AU… Hawak Kamay...


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Job Search Preparation Checklist Partner Companies
To assure that you are ready to search for your career,
BSB Group / Sobida Motors 30/F Orient Square Bldg. 02—687-8712 /
the following is a checklist of activities, documents and
F. Ortigas Jr. Road Fax: 02-687-8717
resources that should be reviewed as often as possible.
This will help you stay focused and organized. Toyota Cabanatuan City Inc. KM 118, Maharlika High- 044-463-8481 to
way, Cabanatuan City 87 loc 231
 PRAY—ask for guidance and clear perspective of
what you want to become. Kyro Builders Inc. 14 Ongjiangco St., Sta. 044-958-2006
 Google yourself—review your online activity and Veronica, Guimba, NE
social media accounts. Untag photos, sanitize sites Garbes Olalia Trading Corporation Purok 1, San Isidro, Caba- 044-958-5706
and privatize settings. Brand yourself as a young natuan City
professional. AMAIA Land Corporation 2/F FGU Centre Ayala Life
 Establish a professional email address—e.g. [email protected] Bldg., Madrigal Business
 Identify specific skills and knowledge base. Park, Alabang, Muntinlu-
 Build a professional and marketable Resume, the Career Services Unit of CSDL will be pa
providing a sample template for your resume (see page of this guide). Wheeltek Motor Sales Corporation Maharlika Highway, Ca- 044-463-2617
 Create a customized Cover Letter (see page of this guide). banatuan City
 Develop a Reference Page—list of at least 5 professional / academic references with
Sanford Marketing Corporation / Melencio and General 044-464-7611
their permission.
Savemore Amigo Supermarket Tinio Streets, Cabanatuan
 Design an Applicant’s Portfolio—a collection of all pertinent documents, certificates,
City
clearances and the like.
 Make a Marketing List— 25 employers for whom you would like to work with and AMA Computer Colleges 777 Maharliak Highway, 044-463-9970
research each company that is on your list. Bitas, Cabanatuan City
 Make a list of your top skills / traits—illustrate each with examples (use STAR— The Harvest Hotel 1179 Pio Del Pilar St., 044-950-8888 /
Situation, Tasks, Actions, Results) Cabanatuan City 044-950-9999
 Learn how to present yourself well over the telephone, in networking and interviews. Alalay sa Kaunlaran (ASKI) Inc. 105 Maharlika Highway, 044-940-1800 loc
Schedule a mock interview to practice answering interview questions. Cabanatuan City 26
 Carefully choose interview clothes and accessories—be professional and conserva-
ACES Agri-Manufacturing Corpora- KM 102 Maharlika High- 044-940-0865 /
tive. If in doubt, DON’T wear it. Select clothing dark in color and classic in style, every-
tion way, Brgy. Magpapalay- 044-940-9894
thing should be clean, pressed and polished.
oc, San Leonardo, NE
 Create a list of people in your network—provide a copy of your resume to everyone
in your network and maintain contact with them. San Miguel Brewery Inc. Brgy. Queblawan, City of 045-961-5401
 Get and stay organized—use a planner / calendar to schedule your job search. San Fernando, Pampanga
 Ask for business cards after the interview or write down the interviewer’s details. Bizbox Inc. Unit 1103 11F, Antel Cor- 02-750-3968 to
 Send a thank-you note card—always send a note within 24-48 hours after every inter- porate Center, 121 Vale- 69
view. ro St., Makati City
 Remember to update your profile and resubmit every year a revised resume at Careerfox Manpower G/F Pearl Building, Bitas, 044-940-0845
[email protected] Cabanatuan City
 Prepare yourself and claim for a meaningful career.
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Cover Letter Tips
A cover letter should accomplish six things:
Microtel by Wyndham— Lot 1 Brgy. Sta. Arcadia, 044-458-7777 / Part
1. Introduce who you are and why you are writing to the person, targeting your resume
toward a specific position using a job description.
Cabanatuan Cabanatuan City 02-899-7171 pan
2. Present an overview of your qualifications. Good Samaritan Colleges Burgos Avenue, Caba- 044-463-3212 loc
3. Demonstrate how you are prepared to contribute and meet their hiring needs by natuan City 117 / Fax: 044-
referring to the job description. 463-0891
4. Give evidence of what you have discovered about the organization and why you Advance Credit Corporation ACC Building, Melencio 044-464-2767 /
would like to work for them. Ext., Corner 29th St., Fax: 044-463-
5. Encourage the employer to review your resume to learn more about you. Kapitan Pepe Phase 2, 5318
6. Specify your plans to be proactive. Cabanatuan City
Banco De Oro Unibank BDO Corporate Office 02-840-7000 loc
The Opening
7899 Makati Avenue, 37067 / 074-442-
Begin by introducing yourself and why you are writing to the employer. State your cre-
Makati City 3051
dentials, skills and experience. If you are applying for a specific position, state the position
Norkis Group of Companies Norkis Bldg., 11 Calbayog 531-0953 / 531-
title and how you learned of the opening.
Cor., Domingo M. Gue- 4631
varra St., Mandaluyong
The Body
City
Describe the job-related and transferable skills (those that are learned) you possess. It
should articulate your understanding of the position you are applying for. Convey your Big Steps Education for Special Ed- 64 Don Manuel Avenue, 044-463-2117
passion for this career area and demonstrate the research you have done to better under- ucation and Child Development Inc. Kapitan Pepe, Cabanatu-
stand the organization. an City
Ficobank Minante 1, Cauayan City, 044-940-2068
The Closing Isabela (Cabanatuan
You should indicate that you are enthusiastic about the possibility of meeting with the Branch)
employer. Take the initiative by indicating when you are plan to contact him/her via Credit Bilis Loans Inc. Unit 25, Bernas Bldg., Del 044-600-3236
phone or email, checking on the status of your application. This should sound non- Pilar St., Cabanatuan City
threatening. Job seekers should avoid letting a week go by in this process.
Laus Group of Companies Carworld Bldg., Jose Abad 045-961-6680 loc
Final Points Santos Avenue, City of 101
Keep your letter short, clear, and business-like. Type the letter using a paper that matches San Fernando, Pampanga
your resume. Proofread carefully for typing, punctuation and spelling errors. Ask other GM Bank of Luzon Inc. Brgy. Dimasalang, Caba-
people to review your letter, seeking for suggestions for improvement. Retain a copy of natuan City
the letter for your records. Remember to sign your name and include the word KASAPI Microfinance and Rural Marcos District, Talavera, 044-958-1317
“Enclosure” below the signature line for your resume, reference page, application form, Development Inc. NE
etc.
Towncall Rural Bank Inc. G/F Towncall Bldg., Dicar- 044-463-8580 to
ma District, Maharlika 82
Highway, Cabanatuan
4 City 17
Resume Guidelines Partner Companies
Page Set-up and Personal Heading
Diversify Designs 686 B, Masaga, Daan 044-960-8420
Start with a blank page, set your margins to no less than half an inch. Choose a profes-
Sarile, Cabanatuan City
sional font and with good highlighting characteristics. Indicate your complete name, ad-
dress and contact details. Use a larger font for your name and a font size DVF Dairy Farm Inc. 151 Poblacion Sur, Tala- 044-940-5905
Picture vera, NE
It is best to use either a 2X2 or passport size scanned picture with white background. Avida Sales Corporation Blk 10 Lot 7 Avida 653-7700 loc
Objective Settings, Cabanatuan City 7708
The target of the objective is to establish a career focus. State the type of position you
TSPI (Tulay sa Pag-Unlad, Inc.) 2363 Antipoli St., Guada- 02-403-8619
want or the areas in which you are prepared to work. You can add your willingness to to
lupe, Makati City
accept additional responsibilities related to the position.
CLI Finance Inc. Brgy. Dicarma, Maharlika 044-464-0267
Education
Highway, Cabanatuan
Start with your most recent education. Include the college / school you attended, city and
City
state, degree/s, academic concentration, and the year you graduated.
Career Related Experience Philippine Investment Manage- PHINMA Plaza, 30 Plaza 02-870-0451
 Job title, employer, city, state, and dates of employment (month/year). Indicate skills ment (PHINMA) Inc. Drive, Rockwell Center,
used and tasks performed, specialization and any duties beyond your regular assign-
ment. Pandayan Bookshop Inc. 783 Compound General 990-9169 loc 112
 Scope of responsibility Lure St. Paso De Blas,
 Accomplishments Valenzuela City
 Relevant experience (Volunteer work, field experiences, internships and practicum Health Solutions Enterprises Inc. 2291 G/F TAO Corporate 02-836-5858 loc
opportunities). Center, Psong Tamo Ex- 3043
Honors, Activities and Special Skills tension, Makati City
 Licenses, certificates currently held
Philippine Rice Research Institute Brgy. Maligaya, Science 044-456-5386
 Honors, scholarships, awards, fellowships earned
City of Munoz
 Professional organization memberships and offices held
Nueva Ecija II Area I Electric Coop- Calipahan, NE 044-411-3285—
 Publications
erative Inc. 044-411-1007
 Affiliations with church, civic, community groups
 Extracurricular activities / leadership Royce Motorcycle Trade Corp. KM 111, Maharlika High- 044-940-1367
 Include continuing education courses, professional seminars and/or professional de- way, Cabanatuan City
velopment opportunities Silicon Valley Computer Center 35 San Antonio St., San 02-371-5611 to
 Special Skills such as foreign language, computer proficiency, etc. Francisco Del Monte, 20
Reference Quezon City
The best references are professors, employers, managers, ministers, coaches and others Rustan Coffee Corporation G/F Urban Bldg., 405 Sen. 02-899-3637 / 02
except your family members or close friends. List 3 to 5+ names, including title, employ- Gil Puyat Avenue, Makati -895-2747
ment details, daytime phone numbers / email addresses. City
Signature
Acatech Aviation College 3/F Gonzales Diversion 044-960-8785
Don’t forget to sign your resume as a confirmation that all details are certified true and
Road, Maharlika Highway
correct.
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Resume Sample Partner Companies
Copylandia Office Systems Corpo- Copylandia Corporate
ration Center, 718 Bumatay St.,
Mandaluyong City, MM
Nito’s Enterprise 625 San Anton, San Leo- 0917-515-7800
nardo, NE
Philippine Center for Post Harvest CLSU Compound, Science 044-456-0213 /
Development and Mechanization City of Munoz 044-456-0287
(PhilMech)
Union Galvasteel Corporation Chipeco Ave., Brgy. Real, 049-545-0085 to
Calamba City 87
Taipan Brand Farm Inc. Green Heights Subdivi- 0908-886-3934
sion buhangin, Diversion
Road, Davao City
Sorosoro Idaba Development Corp. Batangas City 043-300-4058 /
89 loc 114 / 222
Acabar Marketing International Brgy. San Isidro, Makati 887-8172 Fax:
City 843-6800
Midway Maritime Foundation Inc. 062 Bitas, Cabanatuan 044-463-7020 /
City 21
NE Incorporated Zulueta St., Melojavilla, 044-463-1598 /
Cabanatuan City 044-463-1481
Max’s Group Inc. / Pancake House Penthouse Ecoplaza 784-9000 loc
Building, 2305 Chino Ro- 1171
ces Avenue Extension,
Makati City
Invictus Food Products Corp. / New Del Rosario, San Fernan- 02-246-7097
RBW Marketing Inc. do, Pampanga

ALC Group of Companies 5th Floor Domingo Bldg. 810-0176 loc 126
III, Chino Roces Ave, Dela
Rosa St., Makati City
Jollibee Group of Companies Cabanatuan City—NE 044-940-0426
Pacific Mall
Digital Mentors 20/F Zuellig Bldg., Makati 02-935-7692
8 Avenue, Makati City
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Employment Interviewing Professional Attire Guidelines
Men and Women
The interview provides you with the opportunity to articulate your job related, learned /  Well groomed hairstyle
transferable, and self-management skills as well as how you are prepared to contribute to  Clean, trimmed fingernails
the organization. Some more of these opportunities are:  No body piercings easily seen by
 Meet face to face with a hiring authority and listen as well as engage in conversation the employer
about the position.  Avoid smoking before and during
 Gather the employer’s expectations while trying to talk about the written job order. your interview, no gums and can-
 Demonstrate your research about the organization and ask questions you prepared dies
ahead of time.  Not advisable to use colognes or
 Learn how you would “fit” in the organization. perfumes
 Discover of the organization is the right place for you.
Men
Your Preparation  Suit—Solid dark color, single breasted with no vest.
Assess yourself and your potential employer, do a research ahead of time. Have a mock  Slacks—flat or pleated front
interview and prepare for different types of interview.  Shirt—White cotton, long sleeve.
Ahead of Time  Tie—Avoid large dots, pictures of animals or sport symbols, length of tie should ex-
 Plan your route for getting to the interview, be there at least 20 minutes early. tend to your trouser belt. Belt should match the color of your shoes.
 Prepare your clothing in advance  Socks—same color as the suit and long enough to cover your skin
 Bring extra copies of your resumes and bring your Applicant’s Portfolio  Shoes—Black or brown leather
 Turn off your cell phone before entering the venue  Jewelry—wedding ring / class ring and watch only
Know Yourself
 In answering the question “tell me about yourself” briefly and clearly present your Women
top-related, learned and self management skills.  Suit—2 piece (skirt/jacket) or suit dress with jacket (not more than 2” above the
 Do not talk about any per- knee), with solid colors.
sonal information (marital  Blouse—long sleeve, round neck or button down, no front bows
status, children, health is-  Scarves—only if it enhances the outfit
sues etc, also those pertain-  Shoes—leather same color as the suit or darker, one tone only, no open toe, con-
ing to personal opinions). servative heel 2” maximum
 Provide your strengths as  Hosiery—neutral skin tones and bring an extra pair in case of runs, do not wear black
well as your weaknesses.  Accessories—purse or brief case (never both), belts should match shoes and belt
 Keep topics work oriented.  Jewelry—wedding, engagement or college ring only, others should be professional
 Provide simple examples looking, single bracelet and wrist watch only, no ankle bracelets or dangling and no
and keep in mind that the big or fake looking styles
topic is you.  Make-up—the more natural the better.
 Focus on your interests and
be prepared to answer the
question, “Why should we
10 hire you?’
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