Four free ACS publications can be downloaded from the DCS website http://chemistry.org/careers

The Interview Handbook discusses the various techniques and skills needed for a successful interview.

 

Tips on Resume Preparation discusses the most successful types of resumes and offers samples of each.

 

Employment Guide for Foreign-Born Chemists in the United States Provides information on immigration requirements, job searching, evaluating foreign credentials, skills and experience, culture of the workplace, and how to adapt to a new domicile.

 

Targeting the Job Market This publication focuses on the components of targeting the job market: personal assessment, identifying market trends, credentials, conducting research, and network.

ACS Launches WEBCAM Interview

ACS has just launched a new service for job seeking ACS members. Through free access to InterviewStream you can now conduct a practice job interview online and get feedback on the interview. All you need is a computer and webcam. At the site you can pick your question set and conduct a practice interview. You can then view your practice interviews and critique your interviewing skills. Advice is also available from experts on how to approach certain questions, and how to avoid common interview mistakes. To learn more about this service and to conduct an interview go to http://acs.interviewstream.com/home/. 

The American Chemical Society provides resources to professionals on career transitions, job-hunting, employment outlooks, and more.  Click on a link below to get started...

ACS Benefits for Unemployed Members

During these tough economic times it’s more important than ever to belong to the American Chemical Society. Unemployed members can tap into a host of valuable benefits and services that help them get back in the workforce. And, members in good standing may qualify for an unemployed member dues waiver, allowing them to renew their memberships and keep their member benefits at no cost. Contact ACS at service@acs.org, 800-333-9511 or 614-447-3671 for complete details.

Other valuable benefits that help ACS member get back in the workforce include:

·   Free registration at ACS National Meetings and registration fees at Regional Meetings of just $25.  Meetings offer ACS Career Fairs with on-site interviews.

·   Special discounts for ACS/Harvard courses, ACS ProSpectives and Short Courses, and the ACS Leadership Development System. 

·   Membership in the ACS Network, your online resource to connect and communicate with friends, colleagues, and potential employers

·   Free Guidance from ACS Career Consultants – ACS mentors offer resume reviews, job search strategies, and interview tips that make you stand out from the rest. 

·   Free access to InterviewStream, an online tool that will sharpen your interview skills

·   Members-only access to the ACS Salary comparator. 

·   And more!

Contact ACS customer service today at service@acs.org, 800-333-9511 or 614-447-3671 today and let us know how we can help.