Job seeking

Yes. Customizing your CV allows you to highlight the most relevant skills and experiences for each role, increasing your chances of getting shortlisted.

Focus on transferable skills gained through academic projects, volunteering, extracurricular activities or part-time work.

If you have not received a response, you can send a polite follow-up email after one to two weeks.

Yes, if you match most of the criteria. Recruiters often value motivation, potential and learning ability alongside experience.

Applying for jobs is an art, and it’s one you can definitely learn. On this page, you'll find articles that help you navigate the application process successfully. For example, you can read about how to write a great CV. A well-written application letter can also make a big difference in your chances.

Once you start scrolling through job vacancies, you’ll quickly notice that many companies ask for experience. As a recent graduate, apart from a possible internship, you probably don’t have much experience to show yet. No worries, though, because all jobs on Student.be are suitable for candidates without experience. Looking for an entry-level job? Take a look at our starter job vacancies. A traineeship is also a great option for graduates. A traineeship or young graduate program combines learning and working. Companies offer recent graduates the opportunity to work in different departments within the company. You can find one on our traineeships page.

Just graduated and feeling full of questions? That’s completely normal. Looking for your first real job isn’t the same as applying for a student job, because you’re choosing something you’ll be investing a lot of your time in. Want to read more about what comes after graduation? Then be sure to check out our graduation articles. Good luck with your applications!