Should students feel confident about getting a job after graduation?

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  • Dave Beesley - 12 years ago

    So the job market isn't bursting with vacancies, but for smart-thinking graduates with a positive attitude, and a strong motivation to put valuable time and effort into completing applications and assessment days, there is definitely hope.

    Make sure you research the company that you are applying for, and ask yourself (or even the recruitment team) what it is that they are actually looking for in its latest intake of grads.

    Make your application stand out from the competition (but also relevant to the company and job). Make sure you brush up on your interview skills too - as an interviewer, there is nothing more disheartening than speaking to a candidate who can't answer a competency based question in a structured manner (research the STAR approach via a Google search).

    A placement year can also support graduates in obtaining work after graduation, and for those that don't have the opportunity to complete one via their degree should consider completing some voluntary work to bulk out their CV.

    So in summary, yes it's more competetive than ever - but come on graduates; you're smart - put the work in, and I can guarantee you that your hard work will pay off!

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