First time job hunting

After all the hype of graduation, the happy tears, the sad tears, the screams of exuberant joy and the proud smiles, it’s time for the dreaded moment. The one with the question that makes your skin crawl and your teeth clench, the one you’ve been asked all year long. The one asked by every single person you come across before and after you’ve completed your bachelor’s degree. You walk across the stage, shake the professor’s hand, receive your diploma and are beaming as you walk down the aisle toward your newfound freedom. It’s what you’ve been waiting for, the moment you’ve anticipated since the first day of classes this past fall semester. But, wait! You barely make it out of the ceremony towards the celebration before you hear: So, what do you want to do? Oh, no. It’s already started. You’ve just stepped through the doorway to post grad life and already you’re bombarded. Stop, right there Scriptoeris readers! No need to panic! As terrifying as this may seem, we’ve got you covered. We’re here to help guide you through the process. Just, breathe.

Your resume: First thing’s first, if you haven’t already, start putting together your resume. Build it from the bottom up. When sending it to specific jobs, cater it for the position you’re applying for. Make sure you have the credentials and focus on the particulars of what they’re looking for.

LinkedIn: This is an online community where you can build your professional profile. It allows you to create connections with people you know and showcase who you are for potential employers and companies hiring. If you’re stuck as what to do post grad life, creating an account, putting yourself out there and unveil your experience is a good way to get started.

Idealist: This is an online source for first time job seekers to scope out their prospects. They provide information on jobs, internships and organizations looking for hire depending on what you’re looking for. It’s increasingly more helpful than google because it caters specifically to you! It has tons of opportunities for whatever it is you may be interested in and can help you narrow down your search. Don’t let anyone pressure you into deciding right now what it is you’re meant to do. You’ll figure it out and you’ll find your place.

Post grad life can be intimidating, but it doesn’t have to be.

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