How do I find an employer?
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How do I find an employer?
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How do I find an employer?
Go online
Use the internet to search job vacancy sites and research companies you are interested in to find further information and possibly vacancies.
In particular, visit Apprenticentre's Jobs Board Web site, which has apprenticeship and traineeship vacancies specifically for Western Australia.
Ask around
You may already know someone in your area of interest who may be willing to take you on. Tell your friends and family youâre looking for an apprenticeship or traineeship. Ask them to ask around; youâll be surprised how many people connect with employers this way.Newspapers
Check out newspapers for apprentice or trainee vacancies. Not every business advertises positions this way but it is worthwhile to see those that do. You may also come across a vacancy in an area that you hadnât previously considered.Group training organisations
Contact a group training organisation which employs apprentices and trainees and places them with host employers. Lots of companies employ apprentices and trainees through these organisations. You can find out more about group training organisations in the Fine print section of this website.Cold canvas
Cold canvassing is contacting a business directly by visiting in person or by telephoning. Be well prepared with your research done before attempting this method. Tips for cold canvassing include the following:
- Be well presented, not just in appearance but with what you are going to say if visiting a prospective employer.
- Be polite and plan what you are going to say before phoning an employer.
- Have pen and paper ready to note any details from an employer.
- Have an up to date copy of your resume ready to leave with an employer or send in.
- Ask the prospective employer to keep your resume on file and give the employer a follow-up call a couple of weeks later.
- Remember to be confident and ask questions.
- Sending out your resume
- Send relevant businesses a covering letter and your resume.
