作為一名國際學生并不容易,。如今,,經(jīng)濟,、COVID-19、政治,、移民和世界狀況似乎都在發(fā)生翻天覆地的變化,。留學生面臨畢業(yè)并找到第一份工作的壓力越來越大。隨著成千上萬的人申請失業(yè)救濟,,如何打入這個不可預測的就業(yè)市場呢,?當務之急是在經(jīng)濟衰退期間不要失去希望,繼續(xù)找工作并保持人脈聯(lián)絡,。這里有六個簡單的方法可以讓你保持人際關系,,找到工作,并且在你的職業(yè)生涯中獲得提升,。
1. 保持靈活性
許多國際學生和初次求職者對他們的第一份工作會是什么樣子有一個設想。這個想法可能是對的,,但是你可能需要一些轉折和曲折才能實現(xiàn)這個目標,。例如,盡管許多國際學生可能已經(jīng)下定決心找一份全職工作,,并享有全部工作福利,,但現(xiàn)在可能是時候考慮一份為期6個月的實習,或者尋找一份短期合同,,直到企業(yè)再次開始招聘更多的全職職位,。
2. 改變你的期望
我的許多學生告訴我,他們正在發(fā)送簡歷,,但他們沒有得到太多回復,。我請他們考慮調整自我期望。他們必須過的某個工作職位,,即使那里可能并不是你一開始想去的,,但可以獲得經(jīng)驗。這并不是要你忽視你的最終職業(yè)目標,,而是換個角度,,想想哪些職位能夠為你提供所需的技能和專業(yè)知識,讓你更接近理想的工作,?;蛘吣憧梢詫ぷ鞯攸c更開放一些。也許你想在曼哈頓或芝加哥工作,,但在匹茲堡或邁阿密,,你找到的職位更適合你?;蛘呒词鼓阆氚嶙?,離家更近的地方有更多的機會。無論你畢業(yè)后去了哪里,你都不必永遠住在那里,,現(xiàn)在在一個意想不到的地方找份工作可以讓你在你希望以后定居的城市里找到一個角色,。
3. 專注于你的技能
我經(jīng)常告訴學生們不要專注于他們想要的工作,而是應該專注于行業(yè)里所需的技能,。有必要思考一下,,在當前的經(jīng)濟形勢下,如何利用他們在大學課程,、過去的實習,、暑期或半工半讀、甚至是志愿工作中學到的技能,。請記住,,無論你現(xiàn)在什么職位,你都可以利用這段經(jīng)驗來幫助你轉換到你最初想要的那個角色—可能你會發(fā)現(xiàn)另一條讓你更興奮的道路,。
4. 人脈,,人脈,人脈,!
與你已經(jīng)相對熟悉的人接觸,,讓他們在有相關工作機會時通知你,這點非常重要,。開始詢問你認識的人中你感覺自在的人,,例如,你最喜歡的教授,,實習主管,,甚至家人和朋友都可以讓他們知道你在積極地尋找工作。比起找工作,,更加專注于保持聯(lián)系和講故事是很重要的,。這可能看起來有些違反直覺,也可能不會馬上產(chǎn)生工作機會,,但是你會引起人們的注意,,并為未來職業(yè)生涯的建立和發(fā)展奠定基礎。
5. 杰出
在 LinkedIn 上發(fā)送100個一鍵式的申請表看上去有效率,,但是要找到一份工作,,你必須清楚自己在尋找什么,以及為什么想要這份工作,。在如今的虛擬世界里,,假設你發(fā)起一個短暫的線上聊天,寫一封私人的,,做了充分研究的電子郵件,。不要問別人的想法,,而要更具體一點,明確你想要學習和討論的話題,。更具體地說明你希望從這些會議中得到什么,,并準備好深思熟慮的問題,這將有助于你從尋求建議的其他人中脫穎而出,。同樣重要的是要表明你只是在社交方面做了工作,,而且這也應該反映在你的求職信和面試中。不要只是說你想為公司工作,,讓他們知道你為什么想為公司工作,。你熟悉他們的工作,他們的挑戰(zhàn),,以及最近的消息,,但最重要的是,一定要告訴他們你可以能為公司或團隊做什么貢獻,。不要忘記,,公司最感興趣的是你能做什么以及為什么你是這份工作的最佳人選。所以要確保你能勝任這份工作,。
6. 不斷更新你的技能
當潛在雇主了解你在這場流行病期間是如何度過時間的時候,,表明你在擴展知識將特別有用,。有必要表現(xiàn)出你的工作效率,,所以準備好談論你參加的在線課程,你做過的志愿者工作,,或者你讀過的書,。
今年是艱難的一年,尤其是對國際學生來說,。我們不知道這場流行病,、社交疏遠和經(jīng)濟危機會持續(xù)多久。所以,,讓我們把注意力集中在我們能夠控制的事情上去回應招聘廣告,,與我們的人際網(wǎng)絡保持聯(lián)系。只要記住,,將會面對很多的 no,,但是重要的是不要把它個人化。專注于你可以做什么,,什么可以做得更好,,以及如何前進,一步一個腳印,。
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英文原文:
Being an international student is not easy. Nowadays, graduating and looking for your first job can add to this pressure. Everything appears to be turning upside down, the economy, COVID-19, politics, immigration, and the state of the world.
As millions file for unemployment, many first-time job seekers might be wondering how to break into this unpredictable job market. It is imperative not to lose hope and continue to look for work and stay connected during the economic downturn.
Here are six easy ways to keep networking, find work, and make advancement in your career.
1.Stay Flexible
Many international students and first-time job seekers have a vision of what they thought their first job would look like. That thought might still be right, but you might need to take some turns and twists to reach that goal. For example, while many international students might have their minds set on a full-time job with full benefits, it might be time to consider a six-month internship or fellowship or look for a short-term contract until businesses start hiring for more full-time positions again.
2.Change Your Expectation
Many of my students tell me that they are sending out their resumes, but they’re not getting many replies. I ask them to consider adjusting their expectations. They must jump somewhere, even if it’s not where you want to be, to gain experience. This is not to say to ignore your final career goal, but alternatively, think about what other positions would give you the skills and expertise you need to get closer to your ideal jobs. Or maybe you can be more open-minded about job location. Perhaps you wanted to work in Manhattan or Chicago, but you see positions that are a better fit for you in Pittsburgh or Miami. Or even though you’ve wanted to move away, there are more opportunities closer to home. Wherever you end up right after graduation doesn’t have to be where you live forever, and a job in an unexpected location now could set you up for a role in the city you hope to settle in later.
3.Focus on Your Skills
I often tell students instead of focusing on the job they want; they should focus on the industry most interested in the skill set they have built. It is essential to think about how the skills from their college courses, past internships, summer or work-study, or even volunteer work can be leveraged in the current economy. Keep in mind that whatever position you get now, you can use that experience down the road to assist you in shifting into the kind of role you initially had in mind – or you might discover another path you’re even more excited about.
4.Network, Network, Network!
It is essential to reach out to people you already know relatively well and ask them to let you know if they find relevant opportunities. Start asking a list of people in your network you feel comfortable approaching; for example, your favorite professors, internship supervisor, even family members, and friends can let them know you are actively looking for a job. It is essential to be more focused on staying connected and telling your story than finding a job. It may seem counterintuitive, and it may not generate job offers right away, but you will be getting on people’s radar and laying the foundation to build and develop your career in the years to come.
5.Standout
It is easy to feel productive and send out 100 one-click applications on LinkedIn, but getting a job requires you to get clear on what you are looking for and why you want it. In today’s virtual world, suppose you ask for a virtual coffee chat, write a personal and well-researched email. Don’t ask to pick someone’s brain. Be more specific and pinpoint the topics you’d like to learn about and discuss. Being more specific about what you hope to gain from these meetings and being prepared with thoughtful questions will help you stand out from others reaching out for advice. It is also essential to show that you have done your work only in networking, but also it should reflect in your cover letter and interview. Don’t just say you want to work for the company, Show them why you want to work for the company. You are familiar with what they do, their challenges, and recent news, but most importantly, make sure to tell them how you can offer the company or the team how you could contribute to the role you are applying for. Don’t forget; companies are most interested in what you can do and why you’d be the very best candidate for the job. So make sure you’d be for the job.
6.Constantly Update Your Skills
Expanding your knowledge will be particularly useful when potential employers aks how you spent your time during this pandemic. It is necessary to show that you were productive, so be ready to talk about the online courses you took, volunteer work you have done, or the books you have read.
This is a tough year, particularly for international students. We don’t know how long the pandemic, social distancing, and the economic crisis will last. So let’s focus on what we can control, responding to job postings, and reaching out to our network.
Just keep in mind that there will be many NOes, but it is crucial not to take it personally… Stay focused on what you can do and can do better and how to move ahead, one step at a time.