Spring is around the corner, and for many college students, this means graduation isn’t far off. While you might be bogged down with exams and final essays, you should take a few minutes to think about what you’re going to do once you’ve received your diploma or degree.
You likely undertook your course of study as the first step in a career. Maybe this is the very first time you’ll be entering the world of work, or maybe you’re hoping to switch career paths. Either way, once the graduation ceremony is over, you’ll likely start searching for a job.
Instead of waiting for graduation or the end of classes, why not take the first steps now? It only takes a few minutes to apply to Liberty Staffing, and there’s one very good reason you should do it.
Beat the Rush
The #1 reason you should apply to Liberty Staffing before graduation is that you’ll beat the rush.
It may seem like a lot of work to apply to a staffing agency, especially when you have papers to write and final exams to study for. It’s easy to say, “I’ll do it later.”
Chances are that’s what virtually every other college student is saying too. When classes end, there will be a rush of new graduates kicking off their job search. Many of them will have the same idea and apply to a staffing agency.
If you wait, your application could get lost in the flood landing on agency desks in the spring.
Why Working With a Staffing Agency is a Good Idea
If you’re still wondering if it’s worth applying to a staffing agency, there are a few reasons you should consider it.
Staffing firms have connections to local employers. While they may fill temporary positions, they’re just as likely to look after permanent staffing for companies in your area.
Next, you want to begin building work experience in your field as soon as possible. Any work assignment helps with this goal. Liberty Staffing can help you discover all kinds of jobs in your area of expertise. We can also direct you to other opportunities.
It may take some time for you to find the right permanent position. In the meantime, the staffing agency can help you find jobs that go beyond just giving you a paycheque.
These aren’t the only advantages of working with a staffing firm, but they are some of the biggest benefits for students and new graduates like yourself.
Applying Early Gives You a Leg Up
You might think that it doesn’t matter whether you apply now or later. The staffing agency will still be there, and they’ll have job opportunities waiting for you. So what if you wait a few more weeks?
Applying to work with a staffing agency now not only lets you beat the rush, but also allows you to build a relationship with your chosen agency right away. Once you’ve been working with the recruiters for a few weeks, they’ll have a much better sense of the kinds of jobs you’re looking for.
This means they can start getting you the right placements sooner rather than waiting to start building experience and expertise in your field.
Waiting until the end of the term could also mean you have to wait some time before receiving your first placement. By signing up with a staffing agency now, you can have your first day on the job ready immediately after you finish school.
If you want to get a jump on summer employment or take the next step in your new career, get in touch with Liberty Staffing today.
