Graduating with a diploma or degree is a dream for every student. No one studies without the intention of finishing and achieving that milestone.
Even if it takes longer than expected, the dream and hope persist. After years of hard work and dedication, graduates look forward to the satisfaction, joy, and pride of completing their studies.
Once they finish, many are eager to step into the next phase of life.
In the final year of their studies, some already have plans for what to do after graduation.
So, what can graduates do?
1. Start Looking for a Job in Line with Their Qualification and Studies
Simply put, this means looking for a permanent job that offers a salary, social security savings, and other benefits. This is a common route for graduates.
Whether they pursue a career in the private sector or a government job, every graduate typically begins sending resumes to companies nationwide.
Thanks to the internet, job searching is now incredibly easy. Very few people send formal letters to potential employers anymore.
Most graduates use job search websites like JobStreet, Monster, Indeed, and many more to look for job openings. A quick search online can yield plenty of opportunities.
There are even Telegram channels and Facebook pages that post job openings almost daily. All that’s needed is to pick the ones that seem most suitable.
Another easy method to job hunt is by emailing resumes directly. Almost every employer has a website that displays a contact email.
Besides inquiries, these emails serve as a convenient way for job seekers to submit their resumes online.
2. Look for Part-Time Work
Part-time jobs can help make some pocket money before landing a permanent position. Part-time work isn’t a permanent status.
The wages are often paid hourly or weekly. However, this can be a smart first step for graduates, as it allows them to gain work experience.
Whether it’s part-time or full-time, any income earned is valuable. It’s important to recognize the positive impact this income can have, building good habits through the satisfaction of earning your own money.
We should be proud of our hard-earned wages. As long as we’re working honestly and earning ethically, it’s better than being unemployed and doing nothing.
3. Start a Small Business
Running a business is highly encouraged. Some graduates even started small businesses during their studies, selling items like student clothing, prepaid cards, burgers, or fast food.
The income from these ventures was often significant (especially for a student).
After graduation, the knowledge and business experience gained can be applied in the real world, and with effort, expanded even further.
For a start, use internet platforms to begin a business. The costs are so low it’s practically free. Examples of small businesses include:
- Dropshipping – Requires no starting capital and no stock storage. Examples include becoming a water filter agent, real estate agent, or insurance agent.
- Sales Agent – Some sales agent roles require a registration fee, while others are free.
- Affiliate Agent – Earn commissions by selling products as an affiliate agent. This option is very popular online.
Our main job with these business models is marketing and promotion. It’s relatively easy, as there’s no stock to manage.
Success Stories of Graduates
Not every graduate finds their dream job right away. It’s part of life; career paths don’t always align with educational qualifications.
Many of our friends have found success outside their fields of expertise. They’ve built careers and become experts in entirely new areas.
Some have even outperformed initial expectations.
For instance, one graduate studied Information Technology but ended up excelling in accounting.
He has worked in the private sector for over 10 years and is now a go-to resource for accountants studying accounting!
We hope this brief sharing can provide some ideas and benefits for you.
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