Living at Home What to Do After Graduation? |
Posted: January 22, 2018 |
Many students are in the midst of finals, preparing for the big day, or have already walked the red carpet. For students who have had friends graduate before, or have heard the statistics, they know that more and more college graduates are landing back in the nest. Even before the economy took its most recent nose dive, many students had to live at home a few months before getting a full time job or moving on to grad school. But with the current economic situation, how are students going to get out of the house now? First, relax. It’s not the end of the world to be living with one's parents again. There are many positive things that can come with living back home, including little to no rent. At 18, college students left home as teenagers and returned as adults. Living at home again could be an opportunity to get to know parents as a peer, instead of a kid. Maybe use this time to work out issues left buried. Creative Job SearchSecond, like people who have already lost a job, this can be a time for creativity and freedom. There have been many news stories of people who used their job loss as a reason to start their own business or begin a new, more exciting career path. Though loan payments arrive quickly after graduation, there is not much graduates can do other than apply for jobs and hope for the best. However, new job hunters need to remember to only apply for jobs that match their education and experience. Too many people waste time applying for jobs that they are obviously not going to get. There are plenty of unemployed people with experience and education beyond the typical college student. With the job market shrinking, it’s like a game of musical chairs trying to find a job with so many people on the hunt. But there are job markets and organizations specifically looking for college graduates. Build a Good Resume With Volunteer OpportunitiesIn the mean time, when not applying for job, job seekers should consider doing something different. Graduates can use this time to cross something of their to-do or bucket list: get certified for scuba diving, take dancing lessons, or plan a hiking trip on the Appalachian Trail. Remember, one of the best tools is networking. Graduates should take every opportunity to meet new people, job offers may come when one least expects it. Finally, consider volunteering. There are many opportunities to volunteer from a few months to a few years and many organizations will help with living expenses or even pay a stipend. Americorps, Peace Corps, and GoAbroad are a few to consider. When it comes to the job hunt, students are often too busy their final semester to search for jobs and go to interviews. It’s often easier to go home and take time with the search. But neither parents or graduates should get complacent; everyone needs to get out on their own. But at the same time, students shouldn't worry either. All that graduates can do is look for jobs, network, and apply to positions that suiting their abilities. Use the rest of the time to gain new skills and experiences to build a resume and enjoy life. Resources
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