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.