r/GetEmployed 49m ago

Opinionfor a recruitment procedure

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Bonjour, j’ai besoin de vos retours d’expérience s’il vous plaît. En fait j’ai postulé à une offre au gouvernement (divers postes administratifs) . J’ai réussi tout les tests et un entrevue préenregistrée. Actuellement je suis dans le bassin qualifié. J’ai récemment été contacté pour une discussion informelle par un recruteur pour un poste pm-01 . Je n’ai pas été retenu ( niveau de langue requis BBB et moi j’ai eu CBC mais il estime que c’est pas suffisant pour un agent au centre de renseignement). J’ai également reçu un mail pour commencer à évaluer ma cote de sécurité. Ma question est de savoir comment ça se passe après le filtrage de sécurité? Je continuerai à rester dans le bassin ?ou je pourrais directement avoir une offre d’emploi? Merci de partager vos expériences.

Hello, I need your feedback please.

In fact, I applied for an offer to the government (various administrative positions). I passed all the tests and a pre-recorded interview. I am currently in the qualified pool.

I was recently contacted for an informal discussion by a recruiter for a pm-01 position. I was not selected (language level required BBB and I had CBC but he believes that it is not enough for an agent at the intelligence centre).

I also received an email to start evaluating my security rating.

My question is how it goes after security screening? Will I continue to stay in the pool? Or could I directly have a job offer?


r/GetEmployed 9h ago

Upcoming Canadian uni graduate trying to start over in USA

24 Upvotes

Hey, I'm gonna be graduating from uni in Canada by April 2025. I am a dual citizen in both Canada and USA. I would really like to leave Canada for a few years and work in the States. So far, I'm having no luck with job applications. I figured my Canadian experience and education may be turning them off, although I emphasize on my resume that I am a citizen of the USA and won't require a sponsorship. If anyone has any tips that would be greatly appreciated!

For more context: I've been applying for new grad jobs/ rotational programs that start in 2025. My university education is in Finance and Marketing and I've been mainly looking for business analysts, data analysts, Marketing Strategists and Management Consultants roles.


r/GetEmployed 20h ago

Applying for a manufacturing position. Seeking advice.

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I'm currently employed as a truck driver in Alabama. I've been a truck driver for about 5 years but prior to that I was a cell tower technician for about a year and before that, I was a machine operator and material handler for about 2.5 years. Before THAT, however, I worked at the Honda Manufacturing plant in Alabama for 4 years. They never offered me an application to transition from the staffing service to a full time Honda employee so I moved on. That said, I do have 4 years of automotive production experience and I'm hoping to land this related job that I applied for. I applied through multiple websites that have the job listing, using all of the same information and contact info, and I applied through their direct website. I also wrote up an in depth resumé, cover letter and reference list. I submitted these applications at the beginning of this month (December, 2024). There is an email for the recruiting team listed on one of their job listings. Should I email them and follow up? If so, when would be a good time? Should I do it now (December 26th, 2024) or wait until the first of the year? What should I include in the follow up email and what else do you recommend i do in order to improve my odds? Thanks in advance!


r/GetEmployed 1d ago

Job search technique

3 Upvotes

Hello all. I wish everyone a safe and prosperous new year. Hey, we can all dream right. Anyhow, I am starting my job search which is a career change situation into tech IT. I obtained the Comptia Trifecta along with some MSFT admin certs just to gauge interest of Azure and security and compliance. I never had to go through the modern process grind of a job search. Out of college, my friends and I all jumped into very similar roles in a businsess where word of mouth from someone on the desk would usually get you in front of someone where I was able to excel by having enough expertise and the ability to converse well, those soft skills I always hear about.

Do most frown on the spray and pray technique when applying? Do most feel it is must better to tailor your applying to specific jobs and roles? This is for someone that has to get their foot in the door in order to just get started and also have a real idea which path I want to take which will come from actually doing the day to day not through a textbook. I have come to love networking and the cloud interests me where most people are looking to work today.

Any feedback would be greatly appreciaated. Thanks in advance to any assistance one can provide.


r/GetEmployed 1d ago

I’m Completely Stuck

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Long story short, my career plans were totally destroyed by covid. I have 5 years of management experience, a BBA, and a 4 year gap. During that time I have volunteered/took over childcare duties. I have to have a job that is 9-5 because my husband works shifts and there isn't a thing as childcare after 6PM or on weekends where we live.

I have lost track of how many jobs I have applied for... so many. I have had multiple interviews with 5 different companies during this time. One of those companies offered me a job, but my childcare fell through (they gave away my spot at the daycare) and since then I always make it past the first and second round but I keep getting beat out on the third because of someone with more experience.

The last interview, I was really hoping to get - it would have been a great job. But again, they found someone with more experience. These are entry-level jobs. I've applied to retail and restaurant just to eliminate the gap but they won't hire me because I don't have flexible hours. I have contacted temp agencies and they don't have anything. The last job I interviewed with told me that they weren't comfortable hiring someone who lived so far away. I feel completely worthless at this point.


r/GetEmployed 1d ago

Get back into journalism or try new field?

2 Upvotes

Career Advice Welcome

I need a change!

  • 58 years old
  • Female
  • Bachelor’s degree in print journalism

I didn’t go to college right after high school. I got stuck in secretarial work. I had always wanted to be a writer.

I went back to college (and finished) in my 30s. Majored in print journalism with a minor in creative writing.

I worked as a newspaper reporter and freelance writer for several years. Then I got a job doing social media and copywriting for a local nonprofit.

When COVID hit, I refused the vax so I had to quit a job that I really liked and let me be creative daily.

I decided to get back into writing from home.

I failed miserably. Actually, I didn’t even try. I spent money to get things going with my writing business, but never completed anything.

Examples:

I paid for a class on doing my own website with WordPress, but never opened it to take the modules.

Chose names for businesses, bought URLs and web hosting, but never set up.

Got a mailbox at the UPS Store for the business, renewed it several times, but never used it.

Paid graphic designer for logo, not never used it.

Paid for funnel software, it never opened it.

Paid to join an association for one of the genres if writing I wanted to do, but never took advantage of that membership.

You get the idea. It’s a lifeline problem with me. Start things, but don’t finish. Spend money on courses and conferences, but don’t implement.

I fell into a downward spiral with a lovely mixture of:

  • Personal and family history of depression.
  • have never earned more than $35,000 per year, although I have a degree.
  • I have absolutely nothing set aside for retirement and I’m getting nervous because I’m now 58.
  • My lack of an income caused big financial and legal problems that I am currently working my way through. And it will take me years to recover.

I have never had trouble finding a job before, but I have now spent several years of constant job-hunting with zero luck.

My resume is excellent. I revise it before each application.

I used to get tons of positive interviews but things sure have changed.

I really think my age has a lot to do with it. It’s easy enough for a potential employer to figure out I’m close to 60, since applications ask for the years you graduated high school and college. Easy to leave dates off resume, but applications demand them and won’t let you proceed until you fill it in.

I have applied for jobs that I was perfectly qualified for and jobs that were a bit of a stretch but I felt confident I could learn. No luck.

I revamped my resume with a version that left off my degree, and applied for secretarial jobs similar to what I had been stuck working in years ago. Still no luck.

After quite a while looking, I accepted the first job I was offered.

It is the WORST job ever. Essentially data entry with negativity all day long.

I’m doing online customer service for a small online retailer.

Incredibly low pay.

No vacation or sick time.

Very few paid holidays off.

I’m dealing with non-stop negativity from customers, which is bad when you’re already prone to depression and taking anti-depressants and anxiety meds.

I hate it so much, but I’m still working there while constantly looking for something else, because employers think less of you if you’re unemployed while looking.

Something has got to change in my life! I can’t go in being miserable everyday while worrying about finances and retirement.

I’m an excellent writer, but my writing portfolio looks aged because it has been about 15 years since I last worked as a reporter.

And it has now been about 4 years since I left the social media/copywriting job that I liked, so that part of my writing portfolio is looking aged, too.

The world of journalism has changed a lot since I graduated. When I read job postings for the industry, I’m missing some of the qualifications because the tasks/duties/technology did not even exist when I was a student.

The social media industry changes constantly, as well. The things I used to handle each day are now foreign to me.

I would like to get back into writing or social media, but I feel like I’m overlooked when I apply due to my age and how old my writing samples are.

I’m considering working toward a certificate.

There are various certificates from legit schools (a few Ivy League) such as digital marketing certificates or communications/PR certificates.

My thought was that having a certificate in digital marketing from Wharton, for example, would look great on my resume and help me get offers for the higher-paying remote writing and/or social media jobs that I see on LinkedIn.

Also thinking of contacting the two biggest local publications that I wrote for in the past to see about new assignments. Add some current samples to my portfolio. But freelancing for local publications would not provide enough to live on and prepare for retirement.

Even after sending messages to friends and acquaintances telling them I’m looking and please let me know if you hear of anything, no one had any leads for me. None!

Plus several of these people who I consider friends actually hired people and posted their new hires AFTER I sent the message. One friend even hired a mutual friend, so the excuse of “It would have been awkward if she hired you because mixing personal friendships with work makes it awkward” doesn’t fly.

One company where I have applied for several positions sends an automated message to your references for them to complete and return each time you apply.

Three former bosses who I was on great terms with never responded each time the automated message was sent. So I interviewed for four different jobs at that same company and they must have been thinking, “Something is wrong with her since these references won’t respond.”

This really makes me rethink a few friendships.

Spent my entire Christmas Day researching online certificates and masters programs.

Then I started thinking, “Why limit myself to a certificate in something related to what I have done before? Why not get it in something that would help me break out of being the woman who has never made more than $35,000 per year?”

I don’t know what that would be.

I’m a writer. I’m creative.

I can’t do bookkeeping, math, science.

I’m not interested in sales.

I don’t want to do anything in the medical field. Nothing where I would have to touch other people, like hair, makeup, massage, or dental assisting.

I’m feeling pretty hopeless about my future.

Any ideas?


r/GetEmployed 1d ago

Which job titles should I consider?

1 Upvotes

I was laid off in August and my unemployment is coming to an end in February. I was laid off prior to that in April 2023.. most of my experience lies within recruiting. Given my “luck” I’m over it and don’t want to do this kind of work anymore. I’ve had 3 different interviews where I make it to the final round but don’t get selected. I can’t tell if the universe is trying to send me a signal but it’s been bleak.

I have a bachelors in communications and masters in higher education administration. I live in south Texas. Any advice?

Additional info: not interested in sales and terrible with math 🙃


r/GetEmployed 1d ago

Lost in my career transition because I’m looking for a good opportunities

3 Upvotes

Hello everyone,

I hope you're having a wonderful holiday season!

I am a 30-year-old woman currently based in France, preparing for an immigration project to a country like Australia, US, Switzerland.

Currently working as a mechanical engineer, I am looking to transition into a less technical field such as management, procurement, quality management, or business development, which particularly interests me. I would love to understand the approach and mindset of recruiters when it comes to someone motivated and eager to change career paths. I firmly believe that anything is possible in life, including following your desire to switch professions.

Unfortunately, in France, it is often difficult to transition without having an equivalent degree, especially in fields like technical procurement. That said, I recently came across an opportunity in a French company for a similar role. If this opportunity materializes, I plan to make the most of it to gain experience and develop skills in this area.

If you've had a similar experience or insights to share, I would be delighted to read your stories and advices.

Thank you in advance!


r/GetEmployed 1d ago

Loser schlub nearing forty.

17 Upvotes

Minor stint in a call center after high school and then became a baker at a certain local donut shop here in Canada. Spent nearly twenty years their because I was already having difficulty finding a job. Two years ago the owners sold the place to someone else and the store quality has dropped, and my full-time hours have been reduced to five hours a day. I can't stay there but I have no college and I can't find any minimum wage jobs around me. I never learned to drive so I have no car. What are my options other than buying some camping gear and disappearing into the wilderness. I'm pretty poor and I've been told I show signs of being autistic AF.


r/GetEmployed 2d ago

Seeking Advice to Kickstart My DJ Career

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Hi everyone, I’m looking for advice on how to start landing gigs as a DJ in India. I’ve been learning DJing and music production for 4 years now, and I’m confident in my skills. Unfortunately, I’ve been jobless since then and haven’t been able to break into the industry. Here’s a bit about what I know: • DJing: I’m experienced with CDJ Nexus 3000 and use Rekordbox for my sets. • Music Production: I primarily work in FL Studio and have been practicing creating my own tracks. I’d love to hear from others about how you got your first gig or job as a DJ. Any tips on networking, approaching clubs or event organizers, or building a portfolio? Any advice would be greatly appreciated. Thanks in advance!


r/GetEmployed 3d ago

Internationally trained Dentist looking for jobs in Dental clinics in Canada

2 Upvotes

Hello people of reddit. Like the title says i came from Pakistan looking to become a dentist here in Canada or USA in October. I've been searching for jobs in clinics and other places too but I've not been getting anything back. I had only interview but it didn't go well (which i already knew)

I got myself enrolled in a government programme and there i worked on my resume to match a good Canadian resume, and use chat gpt to help me optimise the bullet points yet things aren't working out for me.

I am living with my aunt and uncle here and although they've been amazing, but I can feel that they've become impatient and frankly not friendly so I really want something soon.

Any help/advice would be fantastic!


r/GetEmployed 3d ago

Anyone willing to refer?

3 Upvotes

I'm a recent BTech ECE graduate (July 2024) from a tier 2 college, and I'm feeling lost and frustrated. Despite being a good student and having a strong foundation in data analytics and AI/ML , I made the mistake of listening to some misguided friends who convinced me to limit my job applications.

I only applied to a handful of companies, and predictably, I didn't receive any offers.

Initially, I planned to tell my parents that I was preparing for government exams to buy some time to prepare and search for jobs off-campus. However, without a strong network, I was limited to filling out LinkedIn and company website forms.To make matters worse, most of these companies only hire through referrals, which I didn't have.

The constant pressure from relatives and my own guilt for not being productive are taking a toll on me. I'm finding it difficult to stay at home with my parents, facing their disappointment and taunts daily.

Any advice or referrals would be greatly appreciated.


r/GetEmployed 3d ago

Sending articles about movies

2 Upvotes

Do you know any newspaper, publisher, journal, site or anything that I can send article about movies (review and articles like letterboxd's articles) to? (As an teenage and starter not professional)


r/GetEmployed 3d ago

Semi

1 Upvotes

Guys am a schl student intrested in semi conductor I need more info's on tht!


r/GetEmployed 3d ago

I Got Two Jobs? Help?

2 Upvotes

I (23F) just moved to Washington state and have been applying to any jobs I can get my hands on, I’m able to live off of 20 hours per week at minimum wage with my current bills but I’m wanting to make more as I want to get an apartment with my boyfriend this summer. My second day in Washington I had an interview for JCPenney and they offered me the job on the spot. My third day I had an interview for Safeway, local grocery store in the seafood department and a week later they’ve now offered me the position. My question is, do jobs like these work with you on scheduling? I’d like to try to do both until I can confirm I get decent hours with one or like one more than the other. This is my first time getting an actual job as before I owned multiple businesses and made money through that so I’m a little lost on job etiquette with this kind of thing. I haven’t told either job I’ve accepted a position somewhere else too. When should I do this? Also if you’ve worked either of these places, tell me a bit about it?

Just looking for any helpful thoughts or if you’ve been in this position before. I’m a people pleaser and have anxiety so I’ll probably feel bad having to bounce from either position, but they do pay the same and they’re both part time.


r/GetEmployed 4d ago

Looking for solid and influential reference in KPMG assurance. Kindly help thanks in advance.

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r/GetEmployed 4d ago

Seeking Advice: Should I Accept a Role in a CA Firm While Preparing for CFA Level 2?

0 Upvotes

Hello,

I am a CFA Level 2 candidate with no prior work experience in the finance domain. Despite consistent efforts, I haven’t been able to secure a role in core finance-related fields yet.

Recently, a contact has offered me an opportunity to work at a CA firm, focusing on areas like income tax filings and auditing. While this isn’t directly aligned with my long-term goal of working in private equity or as a portfolio analyst, I’m considering it as a way to gain some experience.

Would it be wise to accept this role while preparing for the CFA Level 2 exam? Or should I continue searching for finance-specific opportunities? I’d appreciate any insights or advice.

Thank you!


r/GetEmployed 4d ago

Is Career Transition with WORKDAY HCM certification worth it?

1 Upvotes

Seeking Advice on Career Transition to HCM with WORKDAY HCM certification.

I’ve completed my MBA in HR and Business Analytics, and I currently have 4 years of experience working in a startup as an HR - Talent Management professional (covering everything from Employee Onboarding to Exit). While I’ve gained valuable experience, I’ve realized that the startup environment no longer aligns with my career goals, and the opportunities for growth in my current role are limited.

As I’m looking to pivot my career into Human Capital Management (HCM) at a larger organization, I’m considering expanding my skill set by gaining expertise in Workday (or a similar tool). To make this transition smoother, I’m looking for advice from anyone who has pursued the Workday HCM certification or any similar certification in this field.

If you’ve completed the certification or have experience with Workday, I would truly appreciate any insights, recommendations, or tips you might have.

Thank you in advance for your help!

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r/GetEmployed 4d ago

How to Build a Rewarding Career in Finance with CFA and a Commerce Background

1 Upvotes

Hi all,

I’m looking for guidance on how to carve a successful career in finance. Here’s my background:

I’ve completed my Bachelor’s in Commerce from a decent college (not a top-tier one) and recently cleared CFA Level 1. While I’m eager to start working in core finance roles, I’ve noticed a lack of responses from recruiters despite my efforts.

I’ve been reading posts and insights online, and it seems that CFA alone might not be sufficient to break into top-tier finance roles, especially without practical experience or a strong academic pedigree. This has made me wonder about the next steps to enhance my profile and improve my career prospects.

Would pursuing an MBA (from a good institute) or an M.Com help? Or are there alternative strategies like acquiring additional skills (e.g., financial modeling, analytics, or certifications) or networking effectively that could yield better results?

I’m especially interested in hearing from professionals who’ve overcome similar challenges—those who didn’t start with stellar grades or elite colleges but still made it big in finance. What strategies or paths worked for you? How did you turn things around?

Looking forward to your advice and insights. Thank you!


r/GetEmployed 4d ago

Female Senior in Highschool looking for a part-time job!

0 Upvotes

I’m a senior in highschool and for my last semester I’m looking for a job, preferably part-time, since I’ll have a lot of time on my hands. For context, my parents are jewelry business owners and I have my own very small business. I’m not really looking into retail jobs at the moment but if all hope comes to fail I’ll just have to stick to retail. Therefore, I have SOME experience in retail but not a lot.

I’m also a musician and have a passion for music so I tried looking into jobs in that area but found nothing. I started looking for remote jobs but have had no luck. Basically, I have no experience in other jobs. Tried looking for car dealerships jobs but gave up since this (or possibly every) job requires a high-school diploma or college degree. I also don’t wanna work in fast-food or restaurants.

Interests: -Job related to music. -Baking

Any job advice or guidance would be a


r/GetEmployed 4d ago

Should I put that I participate in shareholder engagement/activism on my resume if I’m applying to publicly-traded companies?

0 Upvotes

I hold a leadership position in an undergrad student investment group and manage shareholder engagement for the group. I wonder if my position is viewed as demonstrated interest (as we do lots of research about the inner workings of companies we engage with) or viewed as antithetical to the company (as it is a form of protest).


r/GetEmployed 4d ago

Active job search

4 Upvotes

Long story short.. I need a job. I currently have govt clearance and been working as CTR since 2017. I am sick and tired of being deployed all the time. I have no control over my life at all. I want change but at the same time i get nervous, scared and most of all lost! I can go on and on… but yeah this is it. Oh and I live in south Texas. Thanks for your time


r/GetEmployed 5d ago

Starting Over at 36

117 Upvotes

So when I was 18 I made the dumb decision on getting a BA in theater. I paid off my 35K in loans. I've worked at the airport but only made 34 thousand there. I now work at Amazon and it drains my soul. I want to go back to school but not make the same mistake again. I was thinking of getting a marketing degree with a focus on advertising. I also want to learn administrative assistant skills so I will guarantee I'd never be out of a job. Do you think marketing is a good career path. It seems like you can't make it in society doing a passion. You can only make it making a company money. Any advice?

Edit: Thank you all for your advice. I'm going to throw the marketing idea in the bin. I'm still going to pursue admin as a foundation. Nursing, medical, and something STEM based are all brilliant ideas. I'm going to choose something in these fields. Here's to 30 more years of work!


r/GetEmployed 5d ago

Tip That Helped Me When I Was Interviewing for an Assistant Position

3 Upvotes

Back in 2014-2016, I was in the middle of interviewing for an assistant position with a branch manager. It was an important job, and I knew I needed to do more than just show up with a polished resume and a great interview performance. Everyone else would be doing that too, so I needed something to make me stand out.

I started thinking about the small things that might set me apart. The first thing that came to mind was email communication. I had been emailing various hiring managers, but I realized that my emails lacked something that could give me an edge—something professional that could subtly highlight my attention to detail.

So, I made it a point to create a custom email signature for every piece of correspondence. At the time, I didn’t realize how much of a difference it would make, but I thought it was a small touch that could leave a lasting impression.

I didn’t just add my name and contact details. I went the extra mile by designing a clean, professional signature that aligned with my brand. I included a link to my LinkedIn profile, a personal quote that reflected my work ethic, and even the company's logo (as I was targeting the branch manager position, I tailored it to fit the job).

Years later, I'm now a developer and yet again need to interview, so while searching I found a website that generates custom signatures in several clicks, honestly amazing really.

Moral of the story:

Pay attention to the small details, and they can make a big difference in how you're perceived. Sometimes it's the little things—like a customized email signature, a quirky t-shirt, or anything that might stand out—that set you apart and leave a lasting impression.


r/GetEmployed 5d ago

Interview answers that raise red flags!

2 Upvotes

“What is your greatest weakness?”, I don't have any weaknesses. Okay, so “Tell me more about your role at [company]", It's on my resume... If you respond with these answers, thank you for your time will most likely be the last phrase you hear from recruiters. Preparation is essential for job interviews, and knowing what to avoid is even more important if you want to leave a positive impression and avoid raising red flags. Here are the 11 most common answers you should avoid and what you can say instead :)