The modern job board and graduate recruitment

Anyone looking to get one step ahead in the world of graduate recruitment would be well advised to make the most out of the ever developing jobs board. They now offer far more than a job search tool, and can be the difference maker in finding the ideal job for you. The following tools are now available:

1- Companies directories: Most boards will have a visible directory of users, both graduate recruitment companies and client companies within a particular sector. This can allow you to research wither the best recruitment agency or indeed do your homework on a prospective employer. The record of each company should also carry all of their contact details and links to their web sites.

2- CV searches: An excellent time saving tool. Job seekers can upload their CVs onto the website and allow companies and graduate recruitment agencies to view it and contact them about any potential vacancies. This allows companies to contact people who they think are suitable for their vacancy, who may not have applied originally. Furthermore, job seekers can save time on job search by letting recruiters contact them instead of the other way around! Be careful that your current company doesn’t see your CV on these websites though; most sites allow users to block certain companies from viewing their CV. This tool may be vital if you wish to keep your current job and still search for alternatives!

3- News Sections: Users can keep up to date with all the relevant developments in their field and also check out archived news reports. This can be a crucial tool if you need to research a new industry quickly before you go to an interview. Similarly make use of any article library. These can provide a wealth of information and help regarding developing your career in a particular area, whether you are a novice or in a developed stage of your career.

4- Job alerts. These are another useful time saver for those seeking jobs. This service allows you to register a job profile, for example ‘engineers’ in ‘Wales’. Whenever a new job vacancy gets entered onto the job board a text or an email will get sent straight to you, so you get to see the latest relevant vacancies ASAP. A point of caution here is that the text service is likely to cost you, so make sure you understand the terms and conditions before subscribing.

In summary, job searching has never been easier using the internet and the many jobs boards available at the click of your mouse. In many cases, jobs boards will do the work for you, alerting you when suitable jobs arise. A second point of caution here, any personal details you post on the internet are then available to the world, so make sure you’re choosy about what you put up.