Andrew is becoming something of a job application expert. He is currently on the hunt for a new role. At one point, he was completing all the steps to become a full-time security guard at the new Google data center, but then his life circumstances changed. Now, he is looking for a part-time job so he can be home more often to help care for his family.
Andrew has worked at several places as he searches for something both interesting and fulfilling. He has held roles at Walmart, Carnival Foods, and his longest job was at the Giant Eagle gas station. He values working because it gives him the freedom to buy things he enjoys, including a car with a fully loaded sound system. Music is especially important to him.
When Andrew first started thinking about work, he had people guiding him through the steps of getting and learning new jobs. Now, he has taken their tools and advice and is job hunting independently, saying he now knows what to look for.
But there is more to Andrew than just work. He and his best friend attend a model building club, where he enjoys constructing robot models. He is currently hoping to build a Reaper Drone painted like an old United States warplane. Andrew also loves listening to all kinds of music, whether through his headphones at home or playing from his car stereo. He enjoys video games too, playing both on his computer and through a virtual reality headset. His advice to other job seekers is this: really research the job you are applying for and make sure the company’s values are aligned with your own. When you go for an interview, pay attention to the employees. Do they seem happy in their roles? Does the job feel like something you can handle? Answering these questions will help you feel confident about your next steps.