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Old 01-19-2009, 12:17 PM
 
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Im a recent college grad with a BBA in Finance and Real Estate. My job search has just started (great timing, I know) and Im going to be in Vegas in about a month. I literally have zero contacts in the area, and while Im in town I would like to at least get my foot in the door and meet some people.

Obviously Im looking for an entry-level position, and with my degree Finance and Accounting jobs are an option but the hospitality industry is where I would like to be. Im interested in the MBA/MS Hotel Administration program at UNLV and if I can land a job in the area I will eventually pursue that degree.

I have looked at all these various hotel websites where you apply online, and from reading this board they seem like they would be a waste of time especially for an out of towner. I was wondering if anybody had any tips for contacting people and maybe setting up meetings while Im in the area?
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Old 01-19-2009, 06:04 PM
 
Location: Las Vegas
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It has been said on this board several times that Job Fairs can work well for some. With your degrees in hand, I think you may fit into that group. Do searches for job fairs in the fields and job descriptions for your intersts. Headhunters would also be good searches for you. They usually have something right away or just string you along. If they are stringing you along, you will know quickly. If they have something, make sure its at no cost to you.

Your plans to continue your education at UNLV will impress some HR people. Just be sure you can convince them that you have actually looked into it and that you are not just saying that to get your foot into their door. In other words, know a little about UNLV's programs.

When you are actually here, believe it or not, the concierge desk of any upscale casino is a good place for info. Good Luck
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Old 01-20-2009, 03:36 PM
 
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I would not recommend moving to Las Vegas now, as it is pretty much dead in the water.
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Old 01-20-2009, 04:41 PM
 
Location: Kingman AZ
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WHAT???????? Nickle dude I think you're about 4 cents short
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Old 01-20-2009, 04:43 PM
 
Location: Las Vegas
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I would not recommend moving to Las Vegas now, as it is pretty much dead in the water.
Huh?
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Old 01-20-2009, 04:48 PM
 
Location: Las Vegas
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Im a recent college grad with a BBA in Finance and Real Estate. My job search has just started (great timing, I know) and Im going to be in Vegas in about a month. I literally have zero contacts in the area, and while Im in town I would like to at least get my foot in the door and meet some people.

Obviously Im looking for an entry-level position, and with my degree Finance and Accounting jobs are an option but the hospitality industry is where I would like to be. Im interested in the MBA/MS Hotel Administration program at UNLV and if I can land a job in the area I will eventually pursue that degree.

I have looked at all these various hotel websites where you apply online, and from reading this board they seem like they would be a waste of time especially for an out of towner. I was wondering if anybody had any tips for contacting people and maybe setting up meetings while Im in the area?

You never know, it's worth a shot to fill out as many online applications as you can, though I will say that being a "tourist" so to speak, might hurt your chances somewhat.

But hey, it don't cost you anything to fill out online applications.

Good luck in your search!
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Old 01-20-2009, 05:16 PM
 
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WHAT???????? Nickle dude I think you're about 4 cents short
LETS SEE LAS VEGAS UNEMPLOYMENT RATE IS AT 10 PERCENT PROJECTED TO GO HIGHER ACCORDING TO THE LAS VEGAS REVIEW YOU KNOW THE RAG THEY CALL A NEWSPAPER SO YA ITS PRETTY MUCH DEAD IN THE WATER
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Old 01-20-2009, 05:21 PM
 
Location: Las Vegas
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Unemployment is definately up here and all over the country...but not so bad here in LV compared to what some other places around the country are facing.

http://www.bls.gov/web/laumstrk.htm

http://biz.yahoo.com/ap/090109/unemployment_worst_states.html?.v=2 (broken link)

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Old 01-20-2009, 06:24 PM
 
Location: Toledo, OH
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Agree 10% is a high unemployment. I have to laugh alittle though as someone that makes thier 3rd post says an ENTIRE CITY is underwater. Have some savings with you, go all over the place and put in applications. Good luck on your search and let us know how it goes.
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Old 01-25-2009, 11:42 PM
 
Location: The Hamptons,NY
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I lost my job in vegas right before thanksgiving of 2008. I saw it coming so I began to apply all over town at the end of September. I applied to about 90 places, everywhere for sales jobs,cashiers, cook jobs,driver jobs,janitior,Mc Donalds,Wendys,In and Out, Smith's,Terribles,anything just to stay there and pay the rent. I'm now back in Ny and still have my 702 phone and havent got 1 call. It's bad out there, it's not too much better here but its really bad there. I'm 40 years old and a college grad and I cant get a job at McDonalds its pretty bad!
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