Job Market Packet
by Mike Conlin and Stacy Dickert
Contents
General Comments on the Job Market
- The total cost of being on the job market is approximately $1,000.
This includes copying, postage, hotel, flight and services provided by
Jean.
- Don't expect to do much work between October and February besides look
for a job.
- There is a lot of randomness involved in the market. Each year the
market
is better for some fields than others so the number of interviews that
someone
gets does not necessarily reflect that person's abilities as an
economist.
- The process is very stressful.
- Be considerate of those who may not have as much luck on the market as
you.
In general, it is better to keep your experience to yourself while it is
occurring.
- There are economies of scale, especially, in the mailing process.
- The job market provides an opportunity to make professional contacts
and
publicize your research.
- You and the interviewers are trying to find a good match. Be honest
and gather as much information as possible.
- Write thank you notes along the way, especially after the process is
done.
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Modification: August 02, 2004