gairrhydd 13 MAY.28.2007
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This week Jobs and Money Editor Gillian Roberts looks at the upcoming graduate careers fair xams done? Coursework handed in? Time to relax? if you are stuck for ideas on what to do with yourselves in September, you should take a stroll down to City Hall on June 14 for a graduate recruitment fair. The event, which is organised by Cardiff University Careers Service has been named as a ‘Graduate Recruitment Day’ where over 50 companies and organisations are going to be ready to talk to you about their graduate opportunities. It is aimed for final-year students and graduates. Beginning at 11.00am and ending at 3.00pm, there is enough time to go to as many exhibiters as possible and to take part in workshops which are available. The workshops are designed to encourage final year undergraduates and graduates who may not know of the opportunities and steps to follow next. As students and graduates are advised to prepare for this event, so they can show themselves off to potential employers, it is useful to take a look at the event’s website www.careers.cardiff.ac.uk/graduate_fa ir/. This is so students and graduates can look at the a-z list of recruiters who will be at the fair. In addition, it may be useful to see what they offer before you go, so that you can ask use-
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ful questions and make a good impression on the day. Also, check out the timetable of events, so you don’t miss anything you may be interested in.
With 5,000 graduates this year, competition is high With over 25,000 students and postgraduates currently studying at Cardiff University, and 5,000 graduating each year, there is plenty of competition for graduate jobs. Therefore, the fair can be an excellent chance to get your foot in the door. Make sure you are well-presented and take along with you questions to ask recruiters, as well as an updated CV. Be enthusiastic and get yourself noticed and make sure they take your details and CV if you are interested in them. In addition, make sure you take note of who you have spoken to, or given your application to. It may be useful to follow up and email recruiters to see if they have considered you further. This
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would demonstrate your enthusiasm and dedication. Collect personal contacts, names, business cards and any information you will be able to read up on when you get home. This year a programme will take part at the careers fair called the “New Grad”. Only a few places are available, which is aimed to support students as they leave university. Advice and guidance will be on hand at different workshops, on the topics of job hunting, application forms, interview skills, managing finances and working in Cardiff. It will definitely help students who are still pondering on which way to turn after graduation. Students will not be guaranteed a job on the day, but will be introduced to recruiters, armed with information and free pens and hopefully new motivation to get themselves into the world of work successfully. Students who want to find out more information about the graduate career fair contact the Employer Liaison and Marketing Team on (029) 2087 4828 or email careersfairs@cardiff.ac.uk. Or if you prefer putting ink to paper, write to Employer Liaison and Marketing Team, The Careers Service, Cardiff University, 5 Corbett Road, Cardiff. CF10 3EB.
Gillian Roberts Jobs & Money Editor t has been recently discovered that more and more employers are using the internet to find out about prospective employees. According to new research, which included over 600 HR professionals by networking firm Viadeo, it was discovered that many employers were all too keen to check up on applicants. One in five UK employers have searched and, more importantly, found personal information, while 59% said that what they had found had influenced their decision. It was also found that a quarter of the 59% said that they rejected the applicant immediately after looking at the internet. Sites such as Facebook are being logged onto by students and graduates every day who are basically advertising themselves online. It is
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too easy for employers to join networks and be able to snoop around for any incriminating or unwanted personal details. It is advisable for students not to forget that potentially anyone could view photos, messages or personal information if privacy settings are set on low. Spokesman for Viadeo, Peter Cunningham, said: “when people who are not the intended audience such as potential employers - find this information, it can have a major impact on their decision making process.” Be aware of the ‘big brother’ effect, you are being watched.
One in five employers have searched on the internet for applicants
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