Why is finding a job so hard? It feels especially hard when you know you need one. If you’re a graduating senior and you’ve had no luck on the job market, you’ve come to the right place. Sure, there’s Indeed and Glassdoor–but do you REALLY know how to find the perfect job for you? It’s all about where you look and how you prepare. Here are some tips to finding a job before you graduate….or just in general:
Don’t wait until the last minute
“The most successful job searches start your freshman year,” Pamela Goodman, Assistant Director of Employer Relations at Career Services. Knowing what you want to do is half the battle. It helps more if you know early on. There’s no rush and you don’t have to know what you’re looking for right away–but the better of an idea you have, the easier it’ll be. Just see what’s out there and get a feel for what an employer in your field is looking for.