Online discussion “How to Get a Job Without Experience?”
Recent graduates and current students are facing many challenges when trying to find a job in their desired field. Among the most crucial ones are limited or no professional experience, high competition where entry-level positions attract many applicants, making it tough to stand out, and not knowing how to describe your achievements, competencies, skills, and abilities in a favorable light for a relevant vacancy. Perhaps the last one is the focal point.
Therefore, we have convened a panel of VMU alumni who have encountered similar challenges and are enthusiastic about sharing their valuable advice and experiences acquired throughout their careers.
We invite current students and graduates to join the online event on the topic of “How to Get a Job Without Experience?”
This event is for those facing rejections or receiving no feedback after applying for a job, for those unsure if they have enough experience, and for those who don’t know how to describe their experience, skills, and competencies in their CV and cover letter.
What: Discussion “How to Get a Job Without Experience?” (Lithuanian and Worldwide Context)
When: April 17, Wednesday
Time: 10:30 – 11:30 (Lithuanian time)
Language: English
Format: Online event via Microsoft Teams
More information can be found here.
Workshop “How to tailor your experience for a specific job-application?”
Are you feeling frustrated by the lack of response to your job applications? Struggling to showcase your achievements and skills effectively on your CV and cover letter? Perhaps you’re doubting your suitability for positions due to limited experience or considering a switch to a different field?
If any of this sounds familiar, then you’re not alone!
Many current students and graduates encounter these obstacles as they navigate their early career journeys!
Join us for an upcoming event designed to address these common concerns and provide valuable insights to help you navigate your career journey with confidence.
We invite you to participate in the workshop “How to tailor your experience for a specific job-application?” and discuss all the ins and outs of how to get ready for a job-searching journey.
What: workshop and discussion “How to tailor your experience for a specific job-application?” (Lithuanian Job-Market Context)
When: April 24, Wednesday
Time: 16:00–17:30
Place: Vytauto pr. 71, dormitory “Baltija”, room 102 (choir hall)
Format: Onsite event
Language: English
MORE INFORMATION CAN BE FOUND HERE.
“Towards Yourself’24” lecture: „Job Interview Stories from Our Alumni“
Two of the “Towards Yourself’24: Shine in a Job Interview” events will be one-hour online meetings with our international graduates and others who will share their experiences. Come and listen to the real stories of our alumni, including both positive and, of course, negative experiences with job interviews. On March 21st, you will hear stories from Lakshya Dave (VMU alumnus, MA in the Applied English Linguistics) and Samanta Kaupaitė (VMU alumnus of the Food Safety and Quality BA programme and the Agronomy MA programme).
More about our speakers:
Lakshya Dave (current position: Growth Marketing Manager): “I have taken and conducted interviews throughout my short 4 years long career. Worked at 4 different places in Lithuania and Cyprus. I’ll be sharing what I can about jobs in marketing from my limited experience. See you soon!”
Samanta Kaupaitė (current position: PhD candidate at Lithuanian Research Center for Agriculture and Forestry): “During my studies in VMU, I learned that to find a perspective job, you shouldn’t always study and work. Nowadays, it is important to expand your network! I have been a part of different unions and used Erasmus+ study opportunities twice while I was studying in the university. After graduation of master studies, I did European Solidarity Corps volunteering and participated in all kinds of Erasmus+ projects! It is never to late to explore! See you at the event!”
“Towards Yourself’24” lecture: „Job Interview Stories from Our Alumni“
Two of the “Towards Yourself’24: Shine in a Job Interview” events will be one-hour online meetings with our international graduates and others who will share their experiences. Come and listen to the real stories of our alumni, including both positive and, of course, negative experiences with job interviews. On March 20th, you will hear stories from Wael Bouamaied (an alumnus of the Marketing and International commerces MA programme) and Suat Aksu (PhD student).
More about our speakers:
Wael Bouamaied (current position: Analyst, Quality Review Customer Experience in WesternUnion): “I have taken and conducted interviews throughout my short 3 years long career. Worked at 3 different places in Lithuania . I’ll be sharing my interview experiences on the three Jobs since each job had its special interview and requirement and I will share tips and how to show your interest on the job position.”
Suat Aksu: “I have been living in Lithuania over 3 years. In this period, I worked with companies, NGOs and institutions as an employee, freelancer, intern and volunteer. These variety of positions helped me to develop my personal and professional skills by growing my network in Lithuania and Europe. Right now, I am doing my PhD, sharing education and career tips on my Youtube channel and building my own business.”
“Towards Yourself’24” lecture: „Boost Your Confidence: How to Prepare for All Interview Stages“
Kovo 21 d. (ketvirtadienis) 16.30 val. „Boost Your Confidence: How to Prepare for All Interview Stages“
Fear of failure, rejection, and the unknown can be daunting hurdles, even for seasoned professionals. But what if understanding common mistakes, false expectations, and overlooked essentials could transform your interview game? Join Orinta Petrovaitė, Coordinator of the Career Centre at Vytautas Magnus University, for a lecture where you will dive into every stage of the interview process, enabling you to enter any meeting with confidence.
THE LECTURE WILL BE HELD IN ENGLISH
“Towards Yourself’24” lecture: “Preparation for a Job Interview”
March 12th (Tuesday) 16:30 „Preparation for a Job Interview“
Aistė Augustaitienė, The Chief Specialist of the Career Planning Division at the Employment Service of the Kaunas Region, will help you prepare for your job interview. She will advise you on how to dress, act, and communicate during the interview. Aistė will also teach you how to talk about salary and negotiate, she will also identify common mistakes made by candidates, and address most common questions asked by employers. Additionally, she will provide tips on making a positive impression on your prospective employer and will be available to answer questions from lecture participants.
THE LECTURE WILL BE HELD IN ENGLISH
„How is rejection just redirection and why shall we make peace with the impostor syndrome?”
RENGINYS VYKS ANGLŲ KALBA
Balandžio 3 d. 17:00 val. „How is rejection just redirection and why shall we make peace with the impostor syndrome?”
In the last ten years, Angelica Peccini, SoMu VMU alumni, a Ph.D. student at Vilnius University and International Relations Coordinator at KTU worked several jobs in a variety of fields such as tourism, design, language teaching, translation, and event organization: but she always felt inappropriate and struggled to fit in where her skills were actually needed the most.
Have you ever felt that taking any career step would lead you to a complete disaster? Do you dream of a better life but do not see any clear road to take?
Do not be afraid to change profession and see how to unfold your potential to stop chasing your dreams and start living them.
