By: Ankita K.
A lot of students prefer to work during the school year or in the summer. How does one find a reliable and interesting job? In 2011, the employment rate of youth between the ages 15 to 24 was 55.4 percent. This number suggests that finding a job is not only possible, but students have a very good chance of obtaining a job they want. The website, www.youth.gc.ca, provides some educating guidelines for students who are looking for a job. Students just have to follow several steps from the guidelines.
The first step in finding a job is to identify your goals and interests. It is important that you look for a job that will be beneficial for your future career and will help in identifying your personal values. Try to ask a question, “Which job will be best for me?” or “Is this job suitable for me?” These questions might help when deciding on which type of job to pursue.
The next step in finding a job is acquiring a Social Insurance Number or SIN. SIN is a nine-digit number that you will need in order to work in Canada. Children over 12 years of age can apply for their own SIN.
Writing a résumé and a cover letter is one of the major steps in the hunt for a job. They are your first contacts with a potential employer. A résumé is a short, point-form document that describes your experience, education, and skills. There are three types of résumés: a functional résumé that focuses on your skills, a chronological résumé that describes your experience, and a combination of both. It is important that you make your résumé presentable, clear, and concise, indicating honesty and professionalism. A cover letter is a formal letter that accompanies a résumé. You will use it to describe yourself and explain the reason why you are applying for the job. You will also make a request for the interview. Make your letter personal, but use a professional tone and be concise.
After submitting your résumé and cover letter, you should identify a reference, someone who an employer may contact to prove your qualifications. There are two types of references: character references and professional reference. Usually, you should wait for the employer to request a reference, and then give a list.
The most important step in acquiring a job is the interview process. The interview is the last step in making an impression and proving that you are fit for the job. It is crucial that you prepare yourself for the interview. For instance, one of the good ways to prepare yourself is to think about the questions that the employer might ask and to prepare possible answers. This will allow you to give deeper and more thoughtful answers, which can be advantageous. You should also research some background information on the company to which you applied to work. Remember to be confident, professional, punctual, and to dress appropriately.
These tips make the process of finding a job much easier for an inexperienced student. They allow a student to be more successful at acquiring a desirable job. The Youth Canada website provides detailed suggestions for this process. The website is highly beneficial for students with different cultural backgrounds and experience, as finding a job can be a very long and difficult process.
