Work For Students, Pros And Cons, Tips, Etc

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1. Work for Students: Before you Overstep an Employer's Threshold

So, you are about starting to search for a job. With this article, learn how to do it appropriately. We offer you steps which a student should take in order to get his/her first job.

1. Formulate your goals. Before you look for a job, you should understand exactly what you expect and what you plan to get. Answer the following questions:

a. How much time per week can you work so that it does not affect your studying?

b. What salary do you expect?

c. What fields are you interested in?

d. Which positions are the most reasonable considering your future career goals? etc

2. Evaluate your abilities and skills. You may have no work experience at the moment; however, there are definitely some fields which you are strong in. Besides, your volunteering, courses, extracurricular activities can help you with your choice.

3. Choose jobs. You may search a job on your own or apply to a special service working with students. Choose positions which you are interested in and evaluate conditions which employers outline. ...
... Pick out the ones which meet your expectations and plans.

4. Write a CV. Or, it is better to say, write a good CV. Here, the word good includes the following issues:

a. Your CV is well-formatted and well-structured.

b. Your CV provides much relevant information about you and shows what an employer can

expect from you.

c. Your CV reflects your latest achievements.

d. Your CV does not contain mistakes or typos.

Write your CV with regards of concrete position which you plan to apply to so that you provide information which is the most relevant to it.

5. Send your CV.

Now, it is time to prepare to your first job interview. Study hints on being a successful interviewee.