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01 December 2021

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Tips For Job Hunting

Graduating from tertiary not only represents the end of a chapter in your life but also the beginning of a world of possibilities. It can be an overwhelming experience having a task of job hunting after graduation or way after you have graduated.

Graduating from tertiary not only represents the end of a chapter in your life but also the
beginning of a world of possibilities. It can be an overwhelming experience having a task of job hunting after graduation or way after you have graduated.

Looking to start a new job, but still feel swamped with the many job sites available? Don't know the right job site to search for a job in? its ok, we have got you covered. Below is a list of job boards in South Africa you can check out:

Pnet | Best Jobs | Career Jet | Job Mail | Indeed | Job Space | Puff & Pass | Career Junction | Info Desk

TIPS FOR JOB SEEKERS

  1. PREPARING A CV
    Produce a two-to-three pager with the first page giving three key skills, good communication skills, interpersonal skills, etc this needs to be an advantage to an employer. Give biological details briefly. Remember to list key experiences. Don't forget to include our contact details both email address and Tel number/s.
  2. PREPARING FOR A JOB INTERVIEW
    Research the company and who is who and what they do, think about what you have to offer and rehearse saying it with confidence, identify key skills of the values to the company and show ambition.
  3. ADVANCE ON WHAT TO DO IN THE INTERVIEW
    Practice introducing yourself and what you want to say, listen to questions and answer clearly without unnecessary details, be observant about who you are talking to, bearing in mind cultural diversity, check your body language, make sure you can be heard, be on time preferably early and lastly dress neatly.

If you need more assistance on drafting your cv, interview tips, and career coaching sessions kindly send an email to alumni@rosebankollege.co.za or LoveMyFuture@rosebankcollege.co.za. For IIE Rosebank College vacancies visit Jobs at Rosebank College (simplify.hr).

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