Work with young people must be strengthened in the country, he affirms Sebastian Lima, National Director of Quality and Services for Adecco Ecuador. The specialist states that the occupation of young people between the ages of 18 and 29, in April 2023, represented only 30.6%.A rather discouraging fact when young people need to gain experience”, Consider Lima.

Job search

This process is probably the most exhausting of all, it can even become a real Via Crucis. In Ecuador, a young graduate can take up to two years to look for a job, as a study by the University of Cuenca showed that this happened to 25% of its graduates in 2022.

Meanwhile, a study by Multitrabajos revealed that 51% of Ecuadorians had their first job in a field different from the one they studied, as the vast majority of companies in the country look for experience: 9 out of 10 recruiters in Ecuador prioritize work experience over studies ( according to another studio on the platform).

What should I do if I have no experience, is a question that young talents mostly ask themselves. In that sense, Jefferson Moralesmarketing manager of Multitrabajos, recommends improving skills and knowledge in your resume. “It is very valid to put in the curriculum the skills or strengths that enabled you to carry out a university project, a project in your community”, he points out and adds that this can include a graduate thesis, a pre-professional internship or an extracurricular activity that he was engaged in at the university.

It also invites the young man to highlight his soft skills and the technological platforms he has mastered. “Now you have a chance for your first job”, he says.

For example, if you have experience in customer service, you can add it by directing it to a branch where it is professionalized or in the pipeline. “This person might emphasize observation, public relations, interpersonal communication… although these are not hard occupational skills you are studying, they will help you when you have to perform in a professional role…” notes Morales.

The expert indicates that the curriculum should attract the recruiter’s attention in the first 5-10 seconds; if this is achieved at the beginning, the person will read the document for one more minute. “At that point, make a decision, either continue to deepen your profile or come forward for a conversation yourself,” points.

Remember that this is not achieved with the most colorful design or the most attractive photo, but with specific, well-written information that allows you to show your professional profile in the best way. Also, don’t worry about the number of pages your CV should have, you can describe your information, studies and skills on one page.

Other points that you must take into account in your resume are the photo, it must be serious and with a well-chosen photo, as well as clothes in accordance with your professional profile.

It also suggests that the digital document be in text rather than image format. “Having your resume as text will allow you to be filtered and increase your chances of being invited.”

This time of job hunting should also be seen as an opportunity to continue preparation through virtual or face-to-face workshops.

Interview

Experts advise that you must prepare before each interview, both for the company and for the person who will interview you. “You have to understand who the company is and why you are interested as a young person in being a part of that organization,” says Morales.

During the interview, it is important that questions arise from both sides. “Any questions you have, feel free to ask why.”

Meanwhile, clothing must be in line with the job position you are aiming for. “The more professional you look, the more professionalism you will convey to a company considering you.”

challenges at work

What are employers looking for today? That might be the question everyone asks themselves when they start their job search.

“It is essential that young people have the key skills to enter the labor market, as knowing what companies are looking for and what skills and abilities they need to develop will help them be more competitive and have more opportunities to find a suitable job,” he said. says Lima, from Adecco.

One of the skills that will get stronger with age are those related to technology, as well as soft skills. “Soft skills play a key role as they complement technical skills and enable efficiency in the work environment. Skills such as communication, adaptability and resilience are crucial for teamwork, stress management and coping with professional challenges”, explains the expert.

Here are five skills every young worker should keep in mind.

1. Adaptability: It is important for employers that their employees have the ability to quickly adapt to changes in work dynamics.

2. Communication skills: It is important to know how to work as a team, and this goes hand in hand with assertive, clear and effective communication, both in speech and in writing.

3. Creativity: Entering a competitive market requires the ability to generate innovative ideas to stand out.

4. Elasticity: Some companies list this skill as a requirement, and it is related to the ability to withstand pressure and recover quickly from failure. Companies prefer someone who can handle stress in a work environment.

5. Technical skills: We live in the current era where not knowing digital tools is a complete mistake. That is why it is important that young people constantly improve their skills in the use of technology.

Having these skills not only gives you a secure place in the company, but also helps you grow as a professional and increases your chances of getting hired. In addition, it improves teamwork, internal communication and promotes a healthy work environment.

Young talent must also have leadership skills, be efficient in organizing and prioritizing tasks, and constantly have the ability to learn.