Start your career
Your first job, step by step
A plain guide to the first 30 days after graduation, with a clean CV and honest job search steps. Sample text [EDIT] for your own plan.
Start with four pillars
First Job, CV, Find Jobs, Interviews
Each pillar covers one practical part of landing your first role. [EDIT] with your own notes.
Pillar 1
First Job
Learn what employers look for in fresh graduates and how to set a realistic first-job goal. [EDIT] with your own target roles.
Pillar 2
CV
Build a one-page CV with clear sections, plain wording, and facts you can prove. [EDIT] with your education and projects.
Pillar 3
Find Jobs
Check job portals, company career pages, and referrals, and keep a simple list of openings. [EDIT] with your preferred sites.
Pillar 4
Interviews
Prepare clear answers about your background, your projects, and what you want next. [EDIT] with your own examples.
First 30 days
Action steps after graduation
01
Week one: set your goal
List three job titles you can apply for and the skills each one needs. [EDIT] with your shortlist.
02
Week two: update your CV
Use the resume checklist to tidy your CV and remove anything you cannot back up. [EDIT] with your details.
03
Week three: apply in batches
Apply to about five roles each week and record each one in a simple tracker. [EDIT] with your weekly target.
04
Week four: prepare for calls
Practise short answers about yourself and review the job description before each interview. [EDIT] with your questions.