{"id":52159,"date":"2023-06-20T10:54:03","date_gmt":"2023-06-20T17:54:03","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/movinginsider.com\/?p=52159"},"modified":"2023-06-06T10:54:25","modified_gmt":"2023-06-06T17:54:25","slug":"how-to-land-your-first-job-out-of-college","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.uhaul.com\/blog\/2023\/06\/20\/how-to-land-your-first-job-out-of-college\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Land Your First Job Out of College"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">College is coming to an end and it\u2019s time to start thinking about what\u2019s next. And by what\u2019s next, we mean the job hunt. You may be feeling mixed emotions, from excitement to anxiety. We\u2019re here to help you prepare and land your first job out of college.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"512\" src=\"https:\/\/movinginsider.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/Sept-Rec-Blog-5-1024x512.png\" alt=\"how to land a job after college\" class=\"wp-image-52296\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.uhaul.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/Sept-Rec-Blog-5.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.uhaul.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/Sept-Rec-Blog-5-300x150.png 300w, https:\/\/www.uhaul.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/Sept-Rec-Blog-5-768x384.png 768w, https:\/\/www.uhaul.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/Sept-Rec-Blog-5-640x320.png 640w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Keep&nbsp;Your&nbsp;Resume&nbsp;Up-To-Date<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Keeping your resume up-to-date is very important. Follow these insights and recommendations from our U-Haul recruiters:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Have a standard format.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Be flexible to edit\/change information when necessary, depending on the job you\u2019re applying for.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Mirror your resume with words that are reflected in the job description.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Do not falsify information.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">When you master the perfect resume, you\u2019ll be one step\ncloser to landing a job out of college.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Be Active on LinkedIn<\/strong> <\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you don\u2019t already have a LinkedIn account, it\u2019s time to get one. This is one critical way to help you acquire a job. Not only will you be able to actively apply for jobs on the sit, you can also start networking with potential employers and recruiters. Companies like U-Haul, actively post jobs and look for candidates just as much as candidates look for them. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Also, make sure to build credibility on your profile. You can do this by having previous employers and colleagues write recommendations. This is one important way to help your profile stand out.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Build Your Network<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Not only can you build your network online, you can do it in person as well. Attend networking events in your field of interest. Many of these events can be found online through social media, such as Facebook groups. You may also find direct hiring events through your network.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"512\" src=\"https:\/\/movinginsider.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/2-1024x512.png\" alt=\"Landing Your First Job Out of College\" class=\"wp-image-52162\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.uhaul.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/2.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.uhaul.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/2-300x150.png 300w, https:\/\/www.uhaul.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/2-768x384.png 768w, https:\/\/www.uhaul.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/2-640x320.png 640w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Develop A Professional Website<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Creating a portfolio will allow you to display your work to potential\nemployers. Good things to include would be: <\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Projects<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Writing samples<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Once you have created your website, be sure to include it on your resume. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Being Conscious on Social Media<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">When it comes to social media, employers are looking. A good rule of thumb to follow is don\u2019t say it online if you wouldn\u2019t say it in person. Be conscious of what you\u2019re posting because this can really affect a potential opportunity with a company. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Stay Positive <\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Rejection happens but it\u2019s how you handle it that matters. If you receive a rejection email from a job, don\u2019t let it discourage you. Instead, keep applying and the right one will come along. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Finally, now that you know all the top tips, you\u2019re well on your way to landing a job out of college. Once you land the job you want, the next step may be preparing to relocate. We\u2019ll give you all the tips <a href=\"https:\/\/movinginsider.com\/2014\/11\/15\/relocating-for-a-job\/?utm_campaign=uhaulsm&amp;utm_source=blog&amp;utm_medium=hr&amp;utm_content=20190925-howtolandyourfirstjoboutofcollege\">here.<\/a> If you\u2019re interested in applying for a job at U-Haul, make sure to visit our <a href=\"https:\/\/jobs.uhaul.com\/?utm_campaign=uhaulsm&amp;utm_source=blog&amp;utm_medium=hr&amp;utm_content=20190925-howtolandyourfirstjoboutofcollege\">website<\/a>. Good luck with your job hunt!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>College is coming to an end and it\u2019s time to start thinking about what\u2019s next. And by what\u2019s next, we mean the job hunt. You may be feeling mixed emotions, from excitement to anxiety. We\u2019re here to help you prepare and land your first job out of college. 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