More than 4.4 million students in the graduating class of 2021 will walk across a socially distanced or virtual platform to receive their diploma this year. While this is an exciting time for new grads, the job hunt, especially in these times, can be daunting.

Here are steps you can take to increase the likelihood of landing a great entry-level job:

1. Network
Many think of networking as asking friends or family for a job or at least job leads. That can be part of it, but the most successful networkers don’t ask for help, they offer it. Inevitably most of the people you help will want to reciprocate.

2. Practice makes perfect
None of us are born knowing how to successfully interview on any platform. Whether it’s on the phone, Zoom or in-person, job interviews can be stressful and sometimes awkward. It’s helpful to do your research, prepare answers for commonly asked questions and practice with your friends or family to ensure your interview will go well.

3. Market your transferable skills
You likely already possess many transferable skills employers value, like organization, communication,
relationship building or attention to detail. Highlight these skills on your resume, cover letter and in interviews.

4. Customize your resume every time you apply to a job
Yes, job hunting is a numbers game, but the likelihood of being hired is not driven solely by the number of jobs you apply to. It is mostly driven by how well you apply to these jobs. Take the time to really research the organization, people who are connected to the organization you should network with, and customize your resume so that the keywords in it perfectly match with the relevant keywords in their job positing ad.

5. Stay up to date with your job search
We often post new positions several times a week at aimhiredenver.com/jobs and share those on LinkedIn, Facebook and Twitter. Check back regularly to find a job that matches your education, skills and interests.

There is always success and work to be found, and AimHire can help you with your search. Visit aimhiredenver.com/jobs regularly to check out our open positions and contact us at 303-802-2955 to get connected with one of our recruiters.