The transition from school to the job market may feel like jumping into deep water, especially for young people who are starting their professional path. Finding a job or internship can seem challenging, but with the right tools and proper preparation, doors can be opened to fascinating opportunities. In this guide, we will present practical tips for searching for jobs and internships, for writing resumes that attract attention, and for preparing for job interviews so that you can start your career in the best possible way.
How to start looking for jobs and internships
The first step in looking for a job is knowing where to look. Job sites such as AllJobs, JobMaster and LINKedin are excellent sources for finding jobs and internships, but it is important not to neglect groups on social networks, such as Facebook, which concentrates relevant offers for young people. Often, jobs are not advertised on the major platforms, but are spread by word of mouth through networking and personal connections - don't hesitate to talk to friends, family or colleagues who can connect you to potential employers.
In addition, many students can use the assistance services of the universities and colleges, which often have collaborations with companies and employers and help in finding internships suitable for the field of study.
CV preparation
Preparing an effective resume is an essential skill, especially for young people who are starting their professional career.
Clear and professional structure
To write a resume that will make you stand out, it is important to follow a clear and professional structure. Start with updated contact information at the top of the document - full name, phone number, email address and sometimes also a link to your LinkedIn profile. It is recommended to include a short personal summary at the top of the resume in which you introduce yourself, your professional goals and your key skills, while emphasizing your passion for the field And how you can contribute to the employer.
The education chapter
In the education section, list your academic background, including educational institutions, fields of study, degrees obtained and graduation dates. If you have special academic achievements, such as awards or research papers, you should mention them. In the occupational experience section, if you have work, projects or volunteering, state the areas of responsibility and achievements you have achieved, even if not directly related to the field of the requested position. Emphasize the skills gained from your experience, such as the ability to work in a team, time management or technical skills such as mastery of certain software.
Chapter of skills
Add a skills section where you will present technical and personal skills that can be an advantage for the employer, including skills related to the field of work. If you have recommendations from teachers, managers or colleagues, state them in your resume, and write that they will be provided upon request if you do not currently have any. Adapt the resume to each job individually, so that it fits the specific requirements of each job and employer. Use professional and clear language, be careful with concise and accurate wording, and avoid spelling or grammatical errors. Finally, we regularly update the CV with new experience, additional skills and important achievements, to reflect you in the best possible way.
Employment in the city of Haifa
Haifa Opportunity Center, part of the Welfare and Social Services Administration in the Municipality of Haifa, is part of a national network operating on behalf of the Labor Department of the Ministry of Economy and Welfare. The center offers personal occupational guidance and professional counseling throughout the entire process of finding work and integrating into it, with an emphasis on adaptation to the personal needs of each participant.
The center provides a variety of services:
- Personal escort: Assistance in the process of finding a job and placement.
- Preparation for the world of work: Individual and group trainings to prepare for the changing world of work.
- Workshops for finding a job: Writing resumes, preparing for job interviews, advanced methods for finding jobs, self-marketing and networking.
- Occupational direction: Recalculation of a route and retraining in the world of work.
- Computer courses, occupational Hebrew and English.
- Professional training: Financing professional trainings and courses in business entrepreneurship.
- Employer relations: Activating strategic collaborations with hundreds of employers, on a national and local level.
- employment fairs.
You can go to the Haifa Municipality website, Career Opportunity Center for more details and to get in touch.
Academic centers
Haifa University, Technion, and other colleges in the city provide services to students and graduates such as career counseling, job fairs, and job and internship databases. You should check the websites of the academic institutions and take part in the events they organize.
Internship programs in the city
The city of Haifa offers a variety of internship programs in a variety of fields, with the aim of helping young people develop their professional skills and prepare them in a practical way for the job market. Many companies and workplaces in Haifa are looking for interns in the stages of the degree or after, who are ready to start an internship and enrich their resumes with important experience. You can reach these workplaces through universities and colleges in the city that offer assistance, sending inquiries emails to various companies in the city, and through social networks that advertise internship positions.
Sestam Chai Pa wishes all the students who graduated this year great success. We hope that you will be able to integrate into the job market in Haifa.