First, look for a job doing something your really want to do. Doing work that you don't enjoy is stressful to your mind and body. This makes it difficult to do a good job. When you do work you enjoy, everyone benefits - you, your employer and your clients/customers.
Second, make sure you are getting paid for your knowledge and experience. Companies that do not pay their employees fair wages, should be avoided. You can check what the expected wage is in your area for the work you do at CareerOneStop.
Third, location is very important because your time is valuable! Think about it. If you have to travel an hour or more to your job, that's two or more hours a day you aren't spending with family and friends or doing things you need to do.
Next, consider the management style of the company where you are applying. Ask in your interview about their management style. If you are someone who needs little supervision, having a supervisor that is always looking over your shoulder will drive you crazy. In addition, having a supervisor who is never available is confusing and difficult. Knowing ahead of time how you will be managed is a great benefit to finding the right job.
Finally, ask in your interview about advancement. Does the company offer any benefits for employees to get more training? Do they have a tuition reimbursement (they give you back money spent on school) program. Do they offer in-house (within the company) training?
Job-searching is not easy, but if you remember these important things, you will have an easier time of finding the right position for you!
