Landing your Dream Job During the Summer

Annie Papadopoulou

Career change, Career Goals, Holiday/Vacation, job search, new job, summer, Vacation Jul 26, 2024 0

Summer is not just a time for vacations and beach trips; it’s also a golden opportunity to land your dream job. With many companies looking to fill positions before the year’s end, the job market can be ripe for the picking.

As a recruitment agency, we’ve compiled the ultimate guide to help you navigate the summer job hunt and secure the position you’ve always wanted.

Refresh Your Resume and LinkedIn Profile

Before diving into job applications, make sure your resume and LinkedIn profile are up-to-date. Highlight your most relevant experiences and accomplishments. Ensure that your LinkedIn profile reflects the same professionalism as your resume.

If you are applying for different positions, adjust your CV accordingly to avoid companies assuming that you are randomly applying for job positions that are not matching with the profile you have included to your CV.

Tips:

Use action verbs and quantify achievements.
Tailor your resume for the job you’re applying for.
Keep your LinkedIn profile picture professional.

Network as much as you can

Summer is a great time to network, with a lot of opportunities such as networking events, conferences, and industry meetups. Search for these type of events or job fairs in Cyprus and create the perfect occasion for meeting more people for your industry or companies you are interested to work for in the future.

Tips:

Prepare a 30-second pitch to introduce yourself.
Bring business cards or your resume, depending on the event.
Use LinkedIn to connect with people you meet and follow up with them in the future.

Social media

Many companies use social media to post job openings. Follow companies you’re interested on LinkedIn and Facebook to stay updated on their latest job postings.

Use your LinkedIn profile to share your opinions or repost articles you find interesting and relevant to your industry and profession.

Tips:

Engage with company posts by liking or commenting.
Join industry-specific groups on LinkedIn.
Post or repost something in LinkedIn at least once a month to show your active.

Apply Strategically

Rather than applying to every job you come across, focus on quality over quantity. As we mentioned earlier, it is good to tailor each application to the specific job and company. Research the company culture and incorporate this understanding into your cover letter.

Tips:

Address your cover letter to the hiring manager.
Highlight how your skills align with the company’s needs.
You can follow up a week after applying if you haven’t heard back.

Prepare for the interview

If you are successful to secure an interview, you should do your best to research the company and prepare possible answers to popular interview questions.

These questions can ask you about your job experience or how you work in a team. Also, they can include things such as how you see your selfie in the future or why you would be a good fit for the position.

Tips:

Use the STAR method (Situation, Task, Action, Result) to structure your answers.
Dress appropriately for the company culture.
If you have a face to face interview, make sure you will arrive on time.

Submit your CV to a recruitment agency

Sharing your CV with a recruitment agency can significantly enhance your job search. Advance Career can provide you with expert guidance, exclusive job opportunities, and personalised support.

Here’s how a recruitment agency can help you land your dream job this summer: