Increase Your Psychology Job Prospects

In a tight economy when not many companies are hiring, continuing to look for work may seem like a futile effort. However, there are ways to improve your prospects for actually finding employment. Here are ten great tips to help you do just that.

One of the most thorough means of finding employment these days is using different websites and online services that cater to job seekers. For example, Career Builder can provide you with a list of job offerings in your area. Certain websites and services, however, may offer you better results than others. 

Many people simply apply for jobs by submitting resumes online. Even if you submit your resume in person, it may be hard to leave an impression.

If sending out resumes online or through the mail has not worked for you, try visiting the offices of the businesses you wish to work for in person. Taking time out of your day to visit a company’s office may show that you are making an extra effort and are taking the job offer seriously.

In the current job market, the demand for bi-lingual employees is extremely high. This includes companies who do business with other countries such as China, Germany, and Japan. The increasing number of Spanish speaking Americans has also greatly increased the need for employees who can speak that language.

Today, many employers use an applicant’s internet presence as part of the application process. For example, if you are a commercial artist, include samples of your portfolio on your website.

If your use of certain general employment websites did not produce results, you may want to try industry specific publications or websites. There may be a section in the magazine for job postings that may not be published elsewhere.

Sometimes it is a poorly formatted or worded resume that causes employers to choose not to call you back. Take advantage of professional resume services or resume work-shops at your local university to improve yourresume.

If you can’t find a decent full-time position, offer to work part-time or to freelance for a company on a contract by contract basis. Certain companies that are not hiring full-time may take you on. This way you can gain extra experience and perhaps get hired for full-time employment when the company is in the financial position to do so.

This post is brought to you by Argosy University. Drawing upon our more than 30-year history of granting degrees in professional psychology, Argosy University has developed a curriculum that focuses on interpersonal skills and practical experience alongside academic learning. Because getting a degree is one thing. Succeeding, quite another.