Module 3 (II year)

Applying for a job via email requires careful preparation of both your digital documents and the message itself. The three essential documents to have ready are a resume detailing your skills and experience, certificates showing your training, and ID proof such as an Aadhar card or Voter ID. If your documents are currently on paper, you must scan them to create digital versions and save them in an easy-to-find location on your device.

The Internet Skills module is designed to empower you with the ability to use digital tools for both self-learning and career advancement. This module is broken down into four key areas:

1. Using the Internet for Self-Learning

This section focuses on how to find, sort, and share information on various topics.

Digital Skills for Alternate Career (Lesson 3.4) focuses on how social media platforms like Instagram, WhatsApp, Facebook, and LinkedIn are not just for entertainment but can be powerful tools for finding jobs and building a professional reputation.

How Social Media Supports Your Career

Social media allows you to transition from a casual user to a professional by using three main strategies:

Using the internet for a job search primarily involves leveraging job portals, which are websites where companies post openings and individuals can search and apply for them.

1. Key Job Portals in India

The sources identify several popular platforms for finding work:

Using the internet for self-learning involves developing the skills to find, sort, and share information on various topics to continuously upgrade your professional abilities. This process is broken down into three main phases:

1. Finding Information (Using Google)

Think of Google as an "internet book" or an index. To find what you need effectively, you should: