Tips For Finding A Job As A Graduate
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Finding a job as a graduate isn’t always easy, but there are plenty of things you can do to increase your chances of finding that dream role.
Check Your Socials
It’s very common now for potential employers to check your social media, and if they don’t like what they find, you may not even get an interview.
Now, I’m not saying you need to delete all of those uni party night pictures, but it might be worth limiting what others can see when they scroll your profile. Facebook makes it really easy to do this and you could always switch your other profiles to private while you job hunt.
You don’t need to look as though you’re always in work mode, but you do need to look professional. It might be worth asking a friend or family member to take a scroll through and see if they can spot anything that might be considered a red flag by a potential recruiter.
Use A Dedicated Graduate Agency
There are so many employment agencies out there that sometimes it can be difficult to know which ones to use. The more well-known ones will of course have far more graduates signed up to them, whereas the smaller ones will probably have a smaller pool of job opportunities.
Here is where using an agency that has a dedicated graduate employment section can come in handy.
For example, if you’re looking for a job as a teacher, using dedicated a recruitment agency that specialises in graduate teacher recruitment means you’ll be much more likely to find a role that’s suitable for you.
Make Use of Your Connections
It might seem cringy to put a shout out on social media asking if anyone knows of any jobs going in your field, but it could also have some unexpectedly positive results.
I’ve also seen plenty of ob matching going on on Twitter where threads are started for people to say which jobs they are looking to fill and where potential candidates can provide their details.
If you do try this method, then ensure your social media post is shareable so it can reach as many people as possible and you might even find that friends and family share it for you without you even needing to ask.
LinkedIn has a lot of potential for helping you find your dream job, and if you’re social media savvy then it’s not too different to use from some other platforms.
LinkedIn however, is somewhere where you do want to come across as professionally as you possibly can, so choose a professional-looking headshot for your profile picture and don’t forget to upload a detailed work history.
Use the job search tool on LinkedIn to help find potential jobs and make connections with other people in your field.
Investopedia has a great guide on finding a job on LinkedIn.
Research & Adapt Your C.V
Adapting your C.V for each job you apply for can really make a difference. Please do some research into the company and really refer to what they are looking for in the job role when you talk about your skills and experience.
While this can take up extra time and energy while job hunting, it could well help you stand out in a sea of graduates who have similar qualifications and work experience.
Final Tips For Finding A Job As A Graduate
Here are a few final tips for finding a job as a graduate:
- If you struggle with interviews then having some coaching or doing lots of practice scenarios could really help with your confidence.
- Make yourself more employable by taking short courses and certificates while you job hunt. This could be anything from free online courses to internships.
- Get a friend or colleague to take a look at your C.V to see if could be improved at all. Don’t forget, a C.V should be longer than two A4 pages.
While finding a job as a graduate can be tough, especially when it feels like there is a lot of competition, there are plenty of small things you can do to help your chance of finding that dream role.
