Getting started in European countries is a challenging task. Fresh graduates, job seekers and apprentices are looking for the best tips to land on a permanent contract. In a country like France, the changing job market requires a massive chasing of important opportunities. Here is an article on the top 10 small things to observe before landing on a job:

1.Understand the job market in France:

Every year intermediary agencies and employment offices are calling for candidacy. There are certain target profiles that the majority of the French companies are looking for. As an applicant, you should conduct research on the fields that are recruiting the most. If you are from foreign countries with French heritage such as African countries, Arab countries, try to contact the employment agencies that are looking for foreign workforce. Remember that employment is not only conditioned by degrees, but also by skills and apprenticeships that serve the French economy.  For more understanding of the professional requirements sign up to  Fratres. Fratres is a worldwide job search engine with updated information about employment in your target country. You may also read; Skills That You Can Learn From Career Development.

2.Prepare the necessary documents:

Employment is associated with legal procedures to protect the worker’s rights. That’s why, before applying for a job in France, you should explore the required documents that are related to:

-Your residence in France: If you are not a French citizen, try to apply for a work Visa. Although granting Visa in France depends on many criterias. Try to meet them, especially if you belong to countries that have been colonized by France.

-Your ability to contribute to the French economy: France encourages investment. It also belongs to the European Union, which facilitates neighboring European citizens to invest in France and create more opportunities.

3. Prepare for competitive exams:

In France, the majority of state jobs require a national competitive exam: For example, entering the teaching field requires passing a national exam called CAPES. Other fields like banking, transport agents, logistics, and healthcare require written and oral communication exams. Concerning foreign graduates they need to apply for parallel degree exams then national exams to get state-related jobs.

4.Learn how to make an attractive CV:

Although the private field in France is not necessitating national exam, its access require a rich CV that:

• Illustrates the applicant's educational fulfillment, internships, and experiences.
• Contains keywords and shares compatible details
• Has a link with major French employment projects such as being active in French-related companies.

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5. Conduct research on the corporate culture and the workplace rules:

As a job seeker, you need to conduct research on the dos and the don’t in the target field. Learn about the pid leaves, the granted benefits of joining a specific domain. Do not limit yourself to one field of employment. Try to have a polyvalent attitude that makes you appreciated in parallel fields such as Web design, finance, and informatics. The more you put yourself in less demanding domains, the more you guarantee your recruitment. Take a look at; Seven Reasons Why You Should Invest In Getting Started.

6. Networking:

Networking means building a professional knowledge to get recommended for further jobs. In France, networking helps freelancers and project-based workers to get additional tasks and professional arrangements. It is also a method to sell yourself for further opportunities. Certain professions in France require reviews and the avocation of previous  clients or managers.

7. Use the available job portals:

In France job seekers should register themselves in national employment offices to get notified for competitive exams and private job opportunities. Adding to this service, applicants should resort to online job portals, especially if they are interested in small-term projects, temporary work, training and internship. French job portals can be open to all candidates ( French citizens and foreign) or to certain graduates such as technical , engineering, or data specialists. The tip French job portals are:

Cadremploi: 

 MONSTER fr

Fratres

Pole emploi

Jooble Fr 

8. Join ongoing training and seminar:

Employment agencies are always updating for meetings and seminars to improve the job market in France. Don’t miss these opportunities, even if you are a student and you are not prepared for work. These meetings have various benefits among them:

-Introduce applicants to the in-demand skills and degrees.

-Give startup tips for people interested in self-employment.

-Give guidelines related to age-limited apprenticeships and best quick recruitments

-Inform about the financing plans for new artisans and skilled people to make their own projects.

9. Following overseas opportunities:

It is known that French companies have various branches around the world such as Orange, Telecom, and Dell. Following the thread of these projects in one of its remote branches will help you join the main company. The same applies to outsourcing projects that French companies are launching in African countries. If you can manage, for example French call centers or foreign projects, you can apply in one of its remote branches. Step by step, you can reach the main company in France.

10.Volunteering

Volunteer work offers a complete image of the professional sphere. Various successful applications are emanating from volunteering and training. Volunteer work is counted as an experience especially when it’s not part-time work and you are giving your full efforts. Volunteering can help you gain expertise and get a full understanding of the in-demand skills. it will shape your personality as well.

These were the smallest getting started tips in France. Despite the competitive nature of employment in France, the country is still opening its gates for additional workforce and new talents and skills.