Congratulations! You just graduated and you’re ready to take control of your career and, indeed, the rest of your life. As your career search progresses, you’ll find the business world is nothing like the world of higher education. Your transition from passive receiver of assignments and schedules to proactive marketer of your skills requires strategy, preparation and knowledge. Any successful approach to finding employment in today’s hyper-competitive environment can benefit from some tried-and-true pointers designed to help you find and secure that job. 

Start Early

The job search is guaranteed to take longer than you expected. If you start getting organized around the beginning of your senior year, you will have a leg up when it’s time to begin your search in earnest.

Use the Career Center

Visit and use the resources of your campus career services office. There, trained professionals can help you with resumes, self-assessment exercises, identification of potential employers and interview preparation.

Get Organized

Before you start applying for jobs and scheduling interviews, develop a system that will organize your search. A simple spreadsheet for tracking potential employers, application status, interview schedules and follow-ups will lend a methodical approach to what may initially seem like an insurmountable task.

Write a Great Resume

Resumes are still the ticket for entry into the job pool. Create a resume that focuses on your skills, experience, accomplishments, and education. Use this baseline resume to create a customized version for each employer. Use key words and phrases that reflect the qualifications and characteristics mentioned in each job posting.

Utilize Staffing Agencies

Experienced, professional staffing and recruiting agencies have the networks, job postings and expertise needed to find the company, culture, and position that will be the best match for your skills and goals. Be clear in what you are looking for and utilize a staffing agency to tap into those jobs you may not find otherwise. Learn more about how our staffing agency works for you.

Consider a Temporary Position

Temp jobs are a great way to both gain experience and test company culture before diving in. Experience in a variety of settings will show you want really works, and doesn’t work, further helping you clarify the type of work, and work environment you desire. Employment companies can help you in this area.

Volunteer

You won’t make money by volunteering, but you will acquire the skills, knowledge and contacts that will aid you in your job search. Employers value volunteer work as an indicator of your abilities, character and commitment.

Consider an Internship

You’ll probably have an experience deficit in your chosen career field, and if so, you should consider an internship. Like a temporary position, paid internships are a great way to acquire the experience that will strengthen your resume and position you for a permanent post.

Network, Network, Network

There’s no substitute for networking when you’re beginning your career. Anyone you know, meet or interact with has the potential to unlock an opportunity for you. Participation in business association events and industry-specific interest groups will give you an entrée into your community of interest and will serve you well for years to come.

Prepare for Interviews

Do the research! Find out as much about the company and position before you step into that conference room. Knowledge of a company’s products, services, people, events and issues convey your interest in and commitment to your future employers.

AimHire can help you get your job search started in an organized, professional manner with the research, advice and potential job openings needed to kick-start your career. Search our current Denver area jobs. Using every possible avenue in your job search, including networking, preparing well, and utilizing staffing agencies will help you get the best job in the fastest way. AimHire is a Denver employment agency looking to pair enthusiastic and knowledgeable candidates with quality employers. Contact AimHire today to learn more about how a staffing company can support your goals by pairing you with eager employers looking for top talent.

 

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