The academic year is coming to an end.
You may have successfully completed the first and second years of your degree programme..
Whatever stage you are at it is important to start thinking about the plans for your career.
These could be:
It is important to undertake research through visiting the careers library in the university and talking to a careers adviser at the university.
Consider
For those who are unsure, we have access to computer aided programmes which can suggest possible suitable careers.
Approaching the job market.
Take a targeted approach to your job search.
Some of the options are:
Time Out (by choice)
This could be:
Postgraduate Study
A Graduate Entry Job.
This is a job which needs a degree and will include a Graduate Training Scheme. Be prepared to be flexible as there is often a lot of competition for these jobs. Alternatively, keep applying, however, give it a period of time and then review your job search and consider a backup plan.
A Direct Entry Job
This role does not need a degree but having a degree will speed your progression through the organisation. Years ago, many people starting out at the bottom of an organisation and then worked their way up to the top. This will also give you a really good grounding in the organisation and perhaps more acceptance by your peers? They can see that you know what the organisation is all about.
Who will your competition be – those just leaving school?
A direct entry job could also be your fall-back plan. You may have tried really hard to get a graduate entry job but unfortunately you have not succeeded. (Perhaps your sector is not recruiting at the moment, alternatively, there is too much competition or too few jobs around).
Think about your transferable skills.
Self-employment
Starting up your own business
You may see:
Often people who talk to a Careers Adviser may say that they do not have any career ideas but after more discussion they then realise that they do have ideas but that they are not sure whether these ideas are right for them.
Remember that this is an exciting and challenging part of your life.
Don’t be afraid to try out a few jobs.
This is your life and you want to be sure that you find a satisfying and enjoyable career.
This could be the best decision you ever made.
For a Free informal chat please call Alistair Stirling on 0790 461 4946 or Email us at info@stirlingcareersconsultancy.co.uk or contact us via our contact form on our website: http://stirlingcareersconsultancy.co.uk/contact-us.html
We look forward to hearing from you.