Process of getting a job
Ok, so you now know all about CV's, covering letters and interviews. So how do these all fit into the process of getting a job? Here's a quick look at what happens from start to finish.
Advert – newspaper, internet, through an agency
Application – CV, covering letter, application form
Shortlist for interview – the company will look at all applicants and then choose the ones they would like to interview
Invitation to interview – the company will contact the successful applicants to invite them to an interview
Accept invitation – the successful applicant will accept/decline the interview offer
Interview
Shortlist for second interview – some large companies may do two rounds of interviews.
Invitation to second interview - the company will contact the successful applicants to invite them to a second interview
Accept invitation - the successful applicant will accept/decline the second interview offer
Interview
Job offer (subject to references)
References – the company will contact your referees.
Contract – the company will send you a contract for you to sign. You should read through the contract and terms and conditions.
Accept offer – if you are happy with the contract then you will accept the offer. If you are not happy with the contract you should discuss this with the company.