7 good reasons to apply for jobs during the vacations

Do you think finding a job between July 15 and August 15 is impossible? Do you think everyone's on vacation and no company will get back to you until September?
Don't be fooled, summer is generally a quieter time for companies. The HR departments take more time and devote more attention to processing applications in order to anticipate the start of the new school year in September and its share of unforeseen events.

Take advantage of the summer lull while your competitors tan on the beach to landyour dream job!

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1. Put away your briefcase and take out your resume

Summer is the perfect time to review your CV and cover letter. Update your documents, update your subscriptions to job offers, and review the list of companies to contact. More relaxed, you can better organize yourself and prepare for upcoming interviews. Between dives, you can fine-tune those important details!

2. Take advantage of your competitors sunbathing to apply!

While your competitors are sunbathing, send your unsolicited applications by e-mail. If your recipient is on vacation, you'll quickly receive an out-of-office message. During the summer, recruiters have more time to read CVs and receive fewer applications, which increases your chances of attracting their attention. Ask for an appointment or a interview phone, your chances are better.

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3. Recruiters are bored, take advantage of it!

Summer is also a quieter time for recruiters. Fewer meetings, fewer ongoing projects... They have more time to concentrate on the applications they receive. This is the ideal time to send them your CV. Not only will they be more available to read it, but you may even receive a quicker response than usual. Seize this opportunity to stand out from the crowd!

4. Don't wait until back-to-school, it'll already be too late!

Standards are often less crowded in summer, as their staff also take time off. You can more easily reach your contact person or their assistant directly. The assistant, less busy and more relaxed, will be more inclined to transfer your call to the appropriate person. Take advantage of this period to get past the switchboard and reach the right people.

In anticipating, you increase your chances of beating them to the finish line.

5. Because the interview can be done remotely

You have the right to enjoy your vacation, but that doesn't stop you from applying. If a job offer interests you, send your application from your mobile home or motorhome, if you're lucky enough to have a bit of a network of course.

With modern technology, mostpre-selection interviews are conducted by telephone or videoconference. In between sunbathing sessions, you can easily take part in an interview and seize an opportunity without interrupting your vacation.

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6. There's only one step between an aperitif and your job search

Summer is also the perfect time to reconnect with your network. Ask your contacts out for a drink on the terrace. They're generally more available and relaxed. This gives you the opportunity to discuss your projects, get advice, or evendiscover job opportunities through recommendations. This way, between two aperitifs, you can get serious about your job search.

7. It's a good time to reconnect with your network

Posting during the summer doesn't mean you'll start working immediately. Do you have vacations planned and are afraid you'll have to cancel them? No problem! Just communicate clearly with the recruiter from the outset and be transparent about your availability. Go on vacation with peace of mind, knowing you've found a job for the new school year!

Finally, don't forget to follow up with the recruiter at the beginning of the school year, avoiding Mondays, in order to make sure that they have received your application.

Don't forget to follow up with the recruiter at the beginning of the school year; avoid Mondays to maximize your chances of being well-received.