"Know Your Post"

"The first and most important step is to discover exactly what you want to do. Don't be misled by general phrases such as 'personnel work' or 'administrative work'," Teele advises. "An employer is much more impressed if the job-seeker knows exactly what he wants, even if such a job is not open at the moment."

"The more specific the man's desired position, moreover, the greater chance of our giving him a direct reference," Teele adds.

Most men in the Placement Office files have changed from their original employment wishes, indicating the decision is not at all binding for life.

Last year's basketball captain, Saul Mariaschin, for example, started out wanting a position as salesman with a large concern but now plans the dual career of song-writing and professional basketball.

Another applicant asked for an overseas job of any kind, but ended up teaching English at Loomis Preparatory School.

Letter Writing Stressed

With a vast background in helping students plan job campaigns, the Placement Office claims, "The one positive way to find a job is by writing letters and getting interviews through them."

Volume is stressed in applications by mail. A graduate recently informed the bureau that, out of 50 requests for employment he had sent out, he received 17 answers and offers for five acceptable jobs.