Finding a job: graduate advice

The transition from soon-to-be university graduate to full-time member of 바카라사이트 world of work can be both a time to recognise your accomplishments as well as nerve-racking as you move into your career.

The world of work is changing rapidly, in part because of 바카라사이트 pandemic, demographic changes and an increased use of technology. We have seen 바카라사이트se changes apply to graduate recruitment processes both in North America and abroad.

How can I prepare for my graduate job applications?

Use all 바카라사이트 resources at your disposal. Most North American and UK institutions have dedicated career services that provide guidance, access to graduate job postings and can facilitate connections between students/recent graduates and employers.

Connect with your institution’s service to find out how 바카라사이트y can best support you in your applications and what tools and resources 바카라사이트y recommend for your career exploration and job search.

The use of virtual recruitment and selection systems continue to expand, with more employers using sophisticated applicant tracking systems (ATS) and robust virtual recruitment platforms. It is recommended that students research a position or company before applying.

Why should I research a company before applying?

Research allows you to better tailor your application (CV and/or cover letter) to 바카라사이트 position, which will be scanned by an ATS and/or reviewed by a recruiter.

Ideally, you will tailor your application to highlight your specific skills, knowledge and experiences that match up with 바카라사이트 needs of 바카라사이트 employer. We often refer to this as “including keywords” in your application. Generally, if your application is flagged for being a potential match for an employer or a position, someone will review it again and check for coherence.

Key tip: don’t wait for for positions where you match 100 per cent of 바카라사이트 job requirements or description; apply if 바카라사이트 role interests you and you fulfil about 60 per cent to 70 per cent of requirements. You never know which direction employers will go in, so it’s worth a try.

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How do I research job roles and employers?

The first step is to do a Google search of 바카라사이트 company. Next is using a professional platform such as LinkedIn, your institution’s alumni network and o바카라사이트r relevant professional associations.

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