Finding a job in 2020 is surprisingly not as easy as it was a few months ago. With social distancing, face mask requirements, and other safety procedures to mitigate the spreading of the Coronavirus, your job search and networking are looking a little different. So, how do you find a job if you can’t attend a career fair? How do you meet new professionals in your industry without networking events? Here are three ways to find a job during the pandemic.
Virtual career fairs
You may not be able to attend a job fair physically, but that doesn’t mean there aren’t job fairs hosted virtually by companies and organizations. Instead of heading to your local convention center, companies are hosting virtual career fairs. These virtual job fairs vary. Some are simply a list of employers hiring, and you can visit their “virtual booth” to learn more information about the company and their hiring needs. Others are hosting job fairs with online booths where job seekers can sit in on live presentations and schedule one-on-one conversations with hiring managers. This may seem like an odd format, but this could be a great avenue to find a job during the pandemic.
Shift your virtual networking into high drive
With the postponement and cancellation of dozens of networking events, tradeshows, and other events, it’s time to kick your virtual networking into high drive. Some of these events are going virtual, so there is still an opportunity to connect with other professionals. However, it can be challenging to facilitate conversations when you don’t have the chance to meet in person.
Join professional groups on LinkedIn or even Facebook to connect with others in your industry. In these groups, you will find hiring managers sharing job opportunities and people discussing industry trends. The best thing you can do is make yourself visible. Post meaningful content in these groups and engage with others. This allows you to demonstrate your expertise and connect with other professionals in your market. These groups are an excellent way to turn another member into a resourceful contact and possibly even someone that can help you find a job during the pandemic.
Working with a recruiter
If you’re really looking to make an impact on your job search, have you thought about partnering with a recruiter? Working with a recruiter is an excellent way to get a leg up on the competition and discover job opportunities that you may not have found on the traditional job boards. Reach out to our recruiting team at Johnson Service Group. We will work with you to find a job that matches your career goals, even during these challenging economic times.
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