The job search can be a difficult one, however using certain social media hubs to find whether or not companies are hiring is a great way to discover junior graphic design, video editing and editorial internships. There are even internship-finding Twitter accounts dedicated to helping certain regional districts find internships and work. A whopping 89% of companies have said they used social media in 2011 for their hiring process. So being apart of major social media hubs like Facebook, Twitter and Google + are important for anyone looking for a job in their particular field.
Especially looking into companies who thrive off of the Internet, this chart looks into social media use on part of companies looking to promote their advertising apprenticeships, fashion jobs or journalism internships. However, 80% of companies say they have used LinkedIn to find work, so make sure to join this website to connect with business professionals.
Online Job-Hunting Infographics
How Social Media Influences the Workforce and Job Placements
Trend Themes
1. Social Media Job Search - The increasing use of social media for job placement presents an opportunity for developing innovative digital job hunting tools.
2. Use of Infographics for Job Placement - The use of infographics in job hunting is a growing trend that can be leveraged for developing visually appealing and interactive job search platforms.
3. Linkedin as A Job Search Tool - As a popular medium for companies to find work, there is an opportunity to develop a novel LinkedIn-based job matching app.
Industry Implications
1. Human Resource Management - The increasing use of social media in the hiring process presents opportunities for HR management to automate and optimize recruitment processes.
2. Career Counseling - With the availability of job-hunting data and research, career counselors can develop data-driven and personalized job search recommendations for clients.
3. Job Search Platforms - As social media and job search continue to intersect, there is potential for the development of an innovative job placement platform that uses social media data and analytics.