Due to the spread and impact of the Covid-19, the recent graduate facing uncertainty about the job opportunities, indeed, it is a tough time for fresh graduates looking for jobs. Therefore, we have share some tips for new graduates as following:
7 Tips for Graduate Seeking Job Amid Covid-19 Pandemic
1. Personalizing your resume
a. Don’t copy and paste then just send exactly same resume to different companies! Tailor your resume to match the job that you are applying for.
b. What are you a good fit for this company? Showcase your accomplishments that are relevant to your future employer.
c. Keep your resume to a page, keep it short.
2. Mapping a career path
a. Understand yourself. Prioritize learning new skills or targeting higher starting salary? Consider the job descriptions and salary range before submit your resume.
b. Apart from qualifications, your interest and motivations could maximize your chances.
3. Leverage new technology: Digital Platform
a. In today’s job market, the competition was intense. Leverage a mix of digital and traditional channel to obtain more job opportunities.
b. Example of some professional recruitment website: Malaysian Bar, SPA Malaysia and etc.
4. Self-recommendation on the recruitment platform
Self-recommendation on the recruitment platform is an emerging trend for seeking new jobs.
5. What are your salary expectations?
a. Do your research to avoid screened out. Search salary range on the market rate based on your experiences, educations and skills before apply with a skyrocketing salary.
b. Allows room for negotiation. Provide a salary range when submit your resume.
6. Be ready and prepared yourself for an interview
Memorize every single details on your resume and prepare a set of questions. Remember all the experiences and skills will increase your comfort and confidence, hence, you will answer each question clearly.
7. Research the company
a. Search the best company, study them, identify its value, history and employees review as it might alter your applying decision.
b. Study the organization history
Show your great interest to work with them, ensuring the company take additional consideration towards you.
