New Graduate

May 4th, 2008

According to a recent survey by the Employment Outlook for the third year now, there is an increase in costs for hiring college graduates in 2006. Business owners plan on hiring over the class of 2005-06 than in 2004-05 class as well as offering higher compensation and benefits for new employees.

In the annual survey of the National Association of Colleges and Employers, nine out of ten companies describe the new job market as good, very good and excellent. Public accounting and consulting firms told the brightest prospect for future graduates, while engineering and construction support for the idea, saying they will be hiring.

There is a growing demand for new graduates in the labor market also because of the growing products and services they offer and to follow the retirement of HR staff.

What are in demand?

  1. Mechanics
  2. Electrical Engineering
  3. Accounting
  4. Administration / management
  5. Economics / Finance
  6. Computer
  7. Information sciences and systems
  8. Marketing / marketing management
  9. Computer engineering
  10. Chemical Engineering

Mechanical engineering graduates topped the list and consider them the aerospace, automotive, manufacturers of mechanical equipment. They plan on hiring PhDs graduates in science and computer courses.

Banking, transportation, financial and insurance services are seeking Economics / Finance graduates. Food processing and beverage companies, supermarkets, and financial services need more Business Administration / Management graduates. A third of business owners plan on hiring associate graduates categorized into three categories: technology, engineering and business related degrees. Insurance and engineering / surveying companies appear the most in need of 2 years for graduates, they wear a kind of knowledge production techniques that do not require more training. They belong to the hands on the work force has developed a good work ethic which is observed by employers, sadly missing in previous amateur graduates.

During the survey, only 23.5% (mainly manufacturers) have planned the recruitment of international graduates in 2006.

What qualities must have a new graduate?

  • Must have excellent verbal and written communication skills
  • Must be honest and has great respect for the integrity
  • Can easily be with other
  • Maintain a strong work ethic
  • Can work with other well-TEAM
  • Analytical skills
  • Must be motivated and initiative
  • Adaptability to change
  • Updating of skills
  • Observing details

The ideal corporate standards are often higher than last year. It is important that new graduates as proof of GPAS good full time jobs come with good benefits coming from good revenues. Wages should not be the only consideration when looking for a job, benefits are included.

Some of the advantages:

  • Life and Medical / Dental Insurance
  • Pension plans
  • Annual and semi-annual increase
  • Ccounseling program for employees
  • Dress
  • Paid internships
  • Bonuses
  • Flexi-time•
  • Performance updates
  • Vacation and sick leave
  • On-site fitness and recreational facilities
  • Day care center
  • Company car / service

The best places to search for employers can be competitive on campus job fairs, during on-the-job-training, student organizations and clubs, Internet search engines search for employment, etc. The important thing is that you target the right employers. Do not let the opportunity get the interview to learn more about their careers, offers and do not forget to research the company. You must be able to discuss your career objectives and compose a list of relevant issues and creative, you might have.

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Tips For A Job Interview

March 23rd, 2008

The first step that the applicant has successfully completed was sending your application and adoption of the selection process of the company.The second step is to get the work session is the employer for an interview.

The employer has the resume through a variety of sources which may be an announcement that was posted, a referral from a friend or a headhunter, or by a person who has submitted an application simply by connecting to the company’s website.

Here are some tips to help you have a good interview:

  1. Before going to an interview, it is best to research what kind of company your  applying.
  2. It is also possible to practice with a friend or family member for a mock questions that the employer will likely ask so that  you may not choke during the real interview.
  3. When you go to an interview, it is always best to arrive 10 to 15 minutes in advance. This shows that employers like the person who is punctual and serves as a good attribute in a potential employee.
  4. On meeting an employer, you should bring an extra copy of the resume and other documents which are necessary if asked .  A good example is an architects and photographers who are professionals in their fields that should have a portfolio of works that may impress the interviewer.
  5. It is always best to dress appropriately. This shows the employer sincerity on the part of the application of the applicant for the position. One must have finger nails and hair well arranged for the interview. The costume must be professional.
  6. When you are in front of the employer, smile and greet the interviewer with a firm (but not bone crushing) handshake which is always a good starting point to get the interview moving.
  7. During the interview, listen very well to questions. Each answer must be the truth.
  8. Finally, the applicant must thank the recruiter for the time that was given to meet for the interview.

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Tips for a Stress-Free IT Job Search

March 4th, 2008

The best source for finding jobs in Information Technology (more commonly known as IT) is, obviously, the Internet.

Several sites offer lists of job openings for specific fields. The key to successful research is how and where to look for the best jobs available.

To access a site from the list, an individual must first accomplish the following:

  1. Subscribe to the site chosen.
  2. After registration confirmation (via e-mail the moderator of the site), the individual in may now have access to the list.
  3. In the search for the best offer of suitable employment or you may be asked to complete a form (online) that states an individual profile.This is generally used to facilitate navigation of the work because it has different areas of specialties. Other sites automatically match the profile of an individual to the vacancy available or adapted on the basis of information supplied by the person.
  4. The applicant may choose to contract, full time, part time, internships or temporary jobs category.
  5. If the individual prefers work that is currently not listed on the site, he or she may have the opportunity to submit his curriculum vitae.

To avoid frustration while browsing through the many lists of IT openings on the Internet, consider the following:

  1. Determine.
    a. Organize your career portfolio in soft and hard copies. While most employers ask for a copy of your resume through the net (email), there are some that still require paper copies of the submission to their respective offices.

    b. Determine preferred location for work. The individual is ready to be relocated in a good position should be offered in another city or state? Does he or she prefers to work in the distance?

    c. Salary. Although it would be unwise to press for special treatment during the interview, a person must have a predetermined range of salary he or she would be willing to accept whatever the employer would be  or where it is located.

  2. Classification of the items listed above are based on priority.
  3. Internet search sites to the list of IT Jobs.
  4. Register on a number of sites for a wider access to various lists.
  5. Please send your curriculum vitae on the basis of predetermined priorities.

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Healthcare Job Search

February 22nd, 2008

Today, jobs in the category of health care is one of the most in demand jobs. The reason is that more and more countries are below that relates to their employees and staff in the health care sector.

In fact, apart from computers and information technology, health care jobs are those that are highly sought by employers and candidates.

In addition of the increased demand, health care jobs are also one of the best paying jobs in the world. For example, in the United States alone, physical therapist assistants get to earn $ 27,500 to $ 41,780 per year. It is also expected to increase by 46% in the years to come.

For those who dream of going abroad and finding a job in the category of health care, here are some tips that can help:

  1. Know your craft. The problem with most people who are seeking jobs in health care is that they do not know the basic skills needed in this kind of work: care for others.
    There are many cases where health care jobs do not necessarily that an applicants has  a diploma of higher education in health care. Thus, people who have a “take care” attitude can have gainful employment in the health care sector.
  2. Health Information Technicians and medical records out of six in the United States “10 hottest jobs of 2005. These positions may be effective for people who are seeking jobs in health care. These positions pay $ 19,700 to $ 27,400 per year.
  3. Success is in the keywords for those who are seeking health care for jobs on the Internet, it is best to limit their searches with keywords more detail. In this way, health care job search will reach better results.
  4. Objective for the top positions in the health care sector. For people who want to get a good job in the health care sector, it would be better to do homework first. In this way they can get an overview on the position with the most requests for employees and jobs that lead to higher wages.

In the United States “10 hottest jobs of 2005, medical assistants are in demand positions in the health care industry today. In fact, surveys suggest that demand for medical assistants will continue to grow and will increase by 59% in 2012.

Indeed, the health care industry continues to saturate the market with continued growth in demand for its services. No wonder why most people are in health care jobs!

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Stress-Free Job Hunting Guide

February 3rd, 2008
Hunting the perfect job for an individual requires time, effort and knowledge.

To emphasize the free job searching, everyone should first consider the following information before starting your job search process:

  1. Know what type of position you wish. Gate crashing job fairs that offer work not related to a degree or work preference would be a waste of time.Think about your interests, preference of work and changing jobs (especially to be examined by professionals who are members of the family to take care of). If all these fit the category of the post, it would be preferable to proceed with the application process.
  2. Prepare the necessary documents or career portfolio. Having multiple copies of your resume, transcripts and certificates ready for submission if needed.
  3. Know where to look for job offers. There are various forms that offer a list of jobs. Some of these sites:

    a. Internet. One of the most commonly used is the search for Internet solutions. Besides the fact that surfing the Internet for available jobs is less personal time than to investigate the offices, it may be the least expensive of the job search.
    You would not need to buy newspapers to browse through the ads for vacancies nor spend gas money to go in the office.
    Not only local or national vacancies can be accessed through the internet, vacancies can also be easily accessible by the user, which, by offering a much wider perspective in choosing the right job.

    b. Newspapers. One of the most commonly used search means. Local newspapers vacancies that are in connection with an application of distance. The jobs available are usually printed on a regular basis.

    c. Places of employment or career. These usually offer jobs for 16-18 years and rarely over 21 years. Although the full load with vacancies, it is primarily for young candidates. Job listings are updated frequently, so regular visits to ensure applicants for new job postings.

    d. Periodicals or magazines. Professionals are best advised to look for jobs on magazines since employers who want to hire the same advertising on these magazines.

    e. Offices. Most of the offices are posting job openings on their board vacancy. Candidates may go directly to the office to look for vacancies and then directly submit the resume or other documents relevant to the division that receives such documents.

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