Today many recruiters make use of the internet to publicise jobs and find candidates. Every job hunter can benefit from using the internet as part of their job search strategy.
JOB BOARDS
General Job board such as Monster, Jobsite, Jobserve, Totaljobs, Jobcentreplus and Fish4jobs are among some of the UK’s most popular.
Microblogging site, Twitter is also being used by some recruiters to advertise job opportunities. Following, or monitoring specialist twitter recruiters may be worthwhile for some jobseekers.
Specialist job boards focus on particular sectors, such as IT or teaching. Some of these are linked to industry publications , or professional bodies and trade associations.
Some companies also operate online job boards just for their own vacancies. You can monitor these boards if you know a company is likely to advertise jobs you’d like to apply for.
Some Connexions /Careers services and adult employment advice services operate online vacancy boards for their students and customers.
• Ask your adviser which job boards may be most suited to your job search
• Learn what features your selected job boards offer – for example can you register your details, upload your CV, or receive email alerts of new jobs?
• Talk to your adviser about adapting your profile with a particular job board if you find you don’t get suitable matches.
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