So you’ve done it. The four years of coursework, homework, and finals has finally come to an end. Now its time to put that degree to work, and start a successful career. You may have had extensive training throughout your collegiate career, but a real interview for a real job is something you can only prepare for. In the real world, there are not a list of questions to chose from, you do not get a grade, and you are not guaranteed a job. So now that I have you just a little bit worried, the good news is that you can do some preparation, and set yourself up to succeed.
Some of the things you need to do should be obvious. At least, lets hope so. Here are some of the things you should do no matter what job you are interviewing for.
Be Prepared
Being prepared is the first step to a successful job search. When you are looking at certain position, you should do your research. Having some knowledge about the company, shows them that you are serious and that you know how to be professional.
Be On Time
If your interview is at 10am, then do not get there at 10am. Try to show up around 20 minutes early, get yourself comfortable with the setting and of course show them that you are reliable.
Dress Appropriately
Depending on the job you are interviewing for, you want to dress accordingly. You want to dress professionally, without being to gaudy or to over dressed. This really shouldn’t be a problem for anyone.
Bring a Strong Resume
When it comes to a career, you have to have a resume. You are no longer applying for part time jobs. You need to build a strong resume with reputable references and make sure you outline your key abilities. You can find great examples of resumes online, or even talk to a professional who has experience interviewing candidates.
Be Aware of Your Credit
Not every college student has great credit. In fact most have zero credit or even bad credit. You can be sure that they will be checking your credit history, so you should try to clear up any discrepancies that may exist. People understand that college students are not the most equipped to have the best credit, but you should start showing some effort. You can build credit by using student credit cards that will be able to take out a line of credit in order to start improving it.
Ask Questions
You will be asked a number of questions in this interview process. However, you should ask a number of questions yourself. At the end of the day you want a job that works for you as well. Ask questions that are important to you. This lets people know that you are serious about a specific working environment and that you know what you want out of an employer.
All of these things are something that you must have. However any good interviewee will have these things. You have to set yourself apart from the pack. You can do this a number of different ways. Differentiating yourself isn’t easy. You need to be creative and you need to be real. This means that you shouldn’t put regurgitated terms in your resume. Anyone can say something like this. I AM :
Hard Working
Ambitious
Reliable
Skillful
Confident
While things like this are not necessarily bad things to say, anyone can say them. You need to provide examples of what you can do, or what you have done. Maybe you won an award, maybe you volunteered somewhere, maybe you have a particular skillet. Whatever it may be, it has to be unique and only pertain to you. Once you have successfully differentiated yourself you will stick in the minds of your potential employer.
Finding a job after college can be tough. You have to be able to make sure that you do all the necessary steps to qualify as a good employee. This is all of the obvious things. You have to set yourself apart from the rest of the pack. Your greatest asset, is yourself. A business is made up a number of individuals that are all unique and fit a certain structure. If you fit the mold, then you are more likely to land the job. You just have to show them who you really are.
6 Tips For College Graduates to Find a Job
Posted by College Spot in After College
Some of the things you need to do should be obvious. At least, lets hope so. Here are some of the things you should do no matter what job you are interviewing for.
Be Prepared
Being prepared is the first step to a successful job search. When you are looking at certain position, you should do your research. Having some knowledge about the company, shows them that you are serious and that you know how to be professional.
Be On Time
If your interview is at 10am, then do not get there at 10am. Try to show up around 20 minutes early, get yourself comfortable with the setting and of course show them that you are reliable.
Dress Appropriately
Depending on the job you are interviewing for, you want to dress accordingly. You want to dress professionally, without being to gaudy or to over dressed. This really shouldn’t be a problem for anyone.
Bring a Strong Resume
When it comes to a career, you have to have a resume. You are no longer applying for part time jobs. You need to build a strong resume with reputable references and make sure you outline your key abilities. You can find great examples of resumes online, or even talk to a professional who has experience interviewing candidates.
Be Aware of Your Credit
Not every college student has great credit. In fact most have zero credit or even bad credit. You can be sure that they will be checking your credit history, so you should try to clear up any discrepancies that may exist. People understand that college students are not the most equipped to have the best credit, but you should start showing some effort. You can build credit by using student credit cards that will be able to take out a line of credit in order to start improving it.
Ask Questions
You will be asked a number of questions in this interview process. However, you should ask a number of questions yourself. At the end of the day you want a job that works for you as well. Ask questions that are important to you. This lets people know that you are serious about a specific working environment and that you know what you want out of an employer.
All of these things are something that you must have. However any good interviewee will have these things. You have to set yourself apart from the pack. You can do this a number of different ways. Differentiating yourself isn’t easy. You need to be creative and you need to be real. This means that you shouldn’t put regurgitated terms in your resume. Anyone can say something like this. I AM :
While things like this are not necessarily bad things to say, anyone can say them. You need to provide examples of what you can do, or what you have done. Maybe you won an award, maybe you volunteered somewhere, maybe you have a particular skillet. Whatever it may be, it has to be unique and only pertain to you. Once you have successfully differentiated yourself you will stick in the minds of your potential employer.
Finding a job after college can be tough. You have to be able to make sure that you do all the necessary steps to qualify as a good employee. This is all of the obvious things. You have to set yourself apart from the rest of the pack. Your greatest asset, is yourself. A business is made up a number of individuals that are all unique and fit a certain structure. If you fit the mold, then you are more likely to land the job. You just have to show them who you really are.