Staying Competitive in the Summer Job Market: Tips for Job Seekers

If you are searching for jobs in New Mexico this summer, it’s important to set realistic expectations, as hiring can slow down a bit in the summer due to decision-makers taking time off. However, this certainly does not mean stopping your search – many employers are indeed hiring due to having budgets for the final quarter of the year. Plus, since many other job seekers pause their searches, it can be easier to stand out. Stay competitive in the summer job market with these tips:

Update Your Resume

Before you dive into your summer job search, take the time to update your resume so you can grab and keep the attention of hiring managers. Remove any outdated or extraneous information, add keywords from relevant job postings, and prioritize highlighting accomplishments (ideally with objective metrics) so you stand out as a qualified candidate. This also applies to your LinkedIn profile or any other professional online presence you have. 

Focus on Networking

Leverage all the summer social events to help your job search and focus on networking as much as possible. Whenever you are around people in your personal or professional circles, let them know you are job searching. They may be able to give you leads for jobs to apply to, personally recommend you to a hiring manager, or offer helpful advice. 

Stay Consistent

A common issue with looking for a job in the summer is the timeline may be extended more than normal for hearing back, which may make you want to pause your efforts; however, it is important to stay consistent with your job search activities. Stick to a regular schedule on an ongoing basis to improve your chances of having your application align with hiring managers’ windows of availability.  And most importantly, don’t let not hearing back quickly make you lose your self-confidence or drive to search at all. 

Consider Seasonal Work

If you are not having success in finding jobs to apply to or hearing back from employers in a sufficient amount of time, consider seasonal work as a way to jumpstart your job search this summer. A temporary job can be an opportunity to build marketable skills, boost your resume and network, and put you in a better position to land a more permanent role in the near future. 

Find New Mexico Job Opportunities

Are you ready to explore new job possibilities with a recruiter? Team up with The Hire Firm for your job search. With nearly three decades of experience in connecting candidates to employers in New Mexico, we can help you find the job that is right for you. Get in touch today to get started.

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