So, I have been awaiting feedback from recruiters from third-party vendors, I get shortlisted but don't get the job.

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March 4,2023 at 1:47PM UTC

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So, I have been awaiting feedback from recruiters from third-party vendors, I get shortlisted but don't get the job. I have tried applying to companies via their corporate websites, but everyone is hiring but no one is actually hiring like they say they are, I am afraid I am going to lose my skillset from college. What would you all recommend doing? How would you best deal with my dilemma?

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AnonymousMarch 4,2023 at 2:23PM UTC
I would consider temp jobs to b keep you in the mix.
AnonymousMarch 4,2023 at 4:01PM UTC
I agree with what someone said earlier about considering temp agencies.
When I first got out of college a recession hit; my post-college job plans fell through as a result of this economic impact.
I ended up getting with a temp agency and picked up part time work on weekends in retail. Most of the temp gigs didn't explicitly fit my idea of my dream job but it was a job(s) where I picked up a lot of business skills that I still apply today.
As I grew older, I'm thankful for my years at temp agency because I was exposed to a lot different office cultures/industries that I'd probably wouldn't have explored.
I also encourage you to consider the non-profit route as well. My first full time job ended up being a green job with a non-profit employer and I enjoyed making a meaning impact in that work. It's probably still one of my favorite global impact jobs to date!
Diana JonesMarch 4,2023 at 4:42PM UTC
Trying to land your first job out of college is difficult when you don't have "experience". You need to leverage the people (friends, family members, friends of family, friends of friends, previous professors) you know who work in the industry you want to work in. Ask them to look around within their respective companies for potential opportunities or other people that they can introduce you to. If there isn't anyone you may know or get introduced to in the industry, consider joining an industry association and participating/going to meetings. The stage you are at is more about getting people to know the type of person you are, reliable, confident, smart, willingness learn, etc. so that they want you to work for them.
AnonymousMarch 4,2023 at 6:18PM UTC
First and foremost, breathe. You spent up to five years getting your degree(s) and will not lose your skillset overnight.
It takes some time to land that first job. Perhaps your best resource now would be career services at your college. They often have resources willing to accept genuine entry-level people fresh out of college that others like Indeed and LinkedIn don't have.
AnonymousMarch 5,2023 at 12:22AM UTC
Take on temp jobs, contract work....anything to get working. Even if you take a couple of part-time positions.
AnonymousMarch 5,2023 at 1:55AM UTC
thanks for the advice.
Claudia BruceMarch 5,2023 at 9:13AM UTC
Hi I'm sorry ou have to make that experience. But don't give in, What you can do immediately is reach out to the hiring mangers directly on LinkedIn. Ask for a 15 -20 min conversation about their background in an specific role or field, how their profile stood out to them and how as you're starting your career would like to connect with industry peers to grow your professional network and experience.
I'd do the same with other professionals within specific roles /industry . It broadens your network , gives you insights into how to properly apply, you'll learn about the work culture and different career paths (all these are conversations you can have) By showing interest in the people, they'll naturally open up.
I know this seems like a far fetched stretch but trust this is the best advice a recruiter gave me and it helped land my jobs
AnonymousMarch 6,2023 at 7:16PM UTC
Volunteer, do temp work. Find groups on meetup or linked or forums like this and use your expertise to help others. Those connections might lead you to your next role.
AnonymousMarch 7,2023 at 10:50PM UTC
Run to a temp agency. A number of years ago while job searching I kept getting told I was overqualified. I signed up with a temp agency and landed a long term position as a receptionist. When the president and other c-suites would walk by I would engage them. Eventually they asked about my background. They were shocked that I was highly educated but answering phones. I volunteered to help with some projects. I did well on those projects. I eventually worked my way up to a director position with a company car. You never know what doors a temp job can open. Beats sitting in the house waiting for job offers to pour in. Plus you have a certain glowing energy when you're busy that is apparent in a job interview. When you're hungry and desperate it shows (not saying that you are).