You are one step away from achieving the degree you have always wanted. You have reached your dream country, got admitted to your favourite college or university and have got a place to live. Now, the tough part comes and knocks at your door… A job!
In this article you will learn how to get your first job while you are studying abroad. You should consider these tips; they could help you save those extra few pennies.
1. Start with your university or college
The best place to look for a job is nowhere but your college or university. They have a careers office, which can provide you with help, as they have a lot of links to different institutes. Besides that you can work at your university. Different scopes are available like becoming a teacher’s assistant, lab assistant, working at the cafeteria, working in the library, etc.
2. Build connections
Another great way to get a job for the first time is to make connections. You should know that connections are the key that can take you to your first job. For that you have to meet new people and make yourself comfortable around them. Let the people around you know that you are looking for a job and inform them about your skills. You can also use social media to connect with different people.
3. Do proper research
There is no better solution than research. Use the resources around you to find your first job. You can use online tools and websites, and also look physically by handing your CV into shops. You will find a lot of job-searching websites and platforms that are quite effective in this case.
4. Try to avoid stress
Stress can cause anxiety and de-motivation. You need to relax. Remember that you have come to an interesting place with interesting things; try to enjoy the environment and the view. Generate ideas that can make things interesting. Set your goal and keep an open mind.
5. Work from home
You can work at online marketplaces. You can find work at different websites such as oDesk, Freelancer and Elance, which have freelancing jobs for different categories. Find the suitable one that matches your skills, and start bidding.
Follow these tips and you’ll be sure to have a job in no time!
What jobs have you had abroad? Let us know in the comments below.
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Mary Isabale is a career expert and experienced hiring manager. Isabale prefers to be known as the “career doctor”. She has written more than 100 articles on career advancement and unemployment issues.
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