The Post Graduation Job Search
If you graduated and have not yet landed your first dream job, here are some tips to get the post graduation job search into high gear.
Of course it goes without saying that a post graduation job search won’t be effective without a good communication package including great resumes, cover letters and thank you letters.
1. First and foremost – Do not panic! You are not alone. Keep in mind there are more than 1.5 million new college grads this year and I would venture a guess, based on 9 years as a career development professional that more than half are in the same boat. Keep in mind that even in a slowing economy, there are still great opportunities available.
2. Reconsider your options and parameters. This is the time to explore all options including relocation, salary packages and commute. Discarding options that you would not have considered a few months before graduation, isn’t wise.
3. Explore multiple industries and make the distinction between a major and career. Many new college grads make the mistake of holding on to their college major rather than exploring careers. For example, all psychology majors do not have to work in Healthcare and are very much in demand in other industries.
4. Sign up for alumni career services with your college career center. Most offer free services for new grads, but a few may offer services at reasonable rates.
5. Commit to and schedule daily job search activities. Set a minimum activity schedule daily and work on it. Let your job search be your job.
6. Consider post graduation internships and fellowships. Internships and fellowships are a great way to expand your skills and get your proverbial foot-in-the-door.
Article courtesy of WorkBloom, an employment blog incorporating a comprehensive career resources section, including the largest database of professionally written resume and cover letter samples on the Web.
