It opens a new phase of endless opportunities in the job market. You are finally ready to put all the knowledge you’ve gained to work, to help you find the right job.
START YOUR JOB SEARCH EARLY
One mistake most first-time job-seekers do is to wait until after graduation to seek employment. Those who were part of this group regretted it big time.
PREPARE YOUR CV
Writing a CV is the most challenging task for a first-time job seeker. Often you are torn between including too much or too little information. T
GAIN EXPERIANCE
If you were proactive in campus and did data entry, community work, or designed a website, you must include these in your resume.
TARGET YOUR APPLICATION
Stay focused and consistent, applying for jobs that fit your educational background and work experience.
BUILD YOUR NETWORK
Networking is important as a first-time job seeker. Your immediate contacts are the college staff members, your favourite lecturer, or a mentor.
PREPARE FOR INTERVIEW
As a first-time job seeker, you might not be sure of what to expect in an interview. The only way to boost your confidence is through practice
FOLLOW UP
. If you don't hear from them in two weeks, you can do a follow-up either in person or by email.