Looking for work
Developing a job search strategy will ensure you have an efficient and effective approach to accessing both advertised and unadvertised employment opportunities.
A major influence on your job search strategy will be the type of work you are looking for.
Another significant factor in creating your strategy will be where you look for opportunities. To increase your chances of successfully locating employment opportunities that fit your personal criteria, consider the following aspects of the employment market
Not all networking happens in-person. LinkedIn is an invaluable online tool to help you build your networks. To find out more about using LinkedIn:
- Search ‘LinkedIn’ in our Library resources
- Take the Skilled Professional Challenge online
- Once you have created your LinkedIn profile, you can have it instantly reviewed through VMock Aspire.
Networking
While networking is not about asking others for work, building relationships with people in your chosen field can provide you with access to employment opportunities. To find out more about building your networks:
- Search ‘networking’ in our Library resources
- Take the Explore Your Options Challenge online
- Check Events for upcoming students career development events