We know life feels tough for many of you at present and the following information is here to guide you. Remember you can always access online and phone appointments with a Career Adviser to guide you through your job search, and don’t forget to check out CareerHub for relevant job search resources.
Keep up to date on relevant job market information
Job market information gives you details of what jobs are in demand now by industry and employers. It also predicts the jobs that will be needed in the future.
It is important to know where the jobs are so check in regularly with the following to ensure you are up to date on how the job market is evolving.
- Labour market information portal: http://lmip.gov.au/
- Jobs sites including https://www.seek.com.au/
- Business news sites such as Business Insider
- Check out CareerHub regularly to identify new opportunities
Enhance your online networks
Online networking is your opportunity to build an online community that you can utilise to get advice and guidance during your job search, and to keep up to date on job opportunities as they arise.
A social media site that can support your online networking is LinkedIn. Checkout the following information to support you to develop a professional LinkedIn presence.
Gather evidence of experience and stay organised
Job hunting is an intense process that can seriously affect your mood and life. It is normal to feel additional stress and anxiety during the job search process. Don’t forget to access ECU Student Counselling Services if you require further assistance.
The more organised you are, the less likely you are to become overwhelmed. During this time it is important to gather evidence of your Skills, Knowledge and Experience.
This can include updating your;
- Résumé
- Creating a Career Portfolio (check the Learning Portfolio via your Student Portal)
- Practicing your job interview skills
- Attending Online Resume Workshop Sessions (check out CareerHub for upcoming sessions)
Review and update relevant occupational and employability skills
Consider and review the occupational and employability skills you currently possess, are those skills relevant in the current job market. This is an opportunity to develop and enhance your skills in new areas to ensure that you are prepared for the changing job market.
The following online learning platform is available to support your skill development.
- LinkedIn Learning (available to all current students via your Student Portal)
The ECU Careers Team is here for your during this time. Please just get in touch.