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ziggyx · 06-24-2014, 01:01 AM

So I'm somewhat a recent graduate from UBC in mining engineering. I know that the mining industry isn't doing too well and it's kind of tough right now. I'm not expecting to get a job easily but it's pretty frustrating and depressing not getting at least one interview after 70 or so applications.

I started off assuming it was my resume and cover letters that sucked, so I had several friends take a look for comments and help. Nothing still... Then I went out to gain more experience. Started getting a job in a completely unrelated field and starting volunteering with APEGBC. Still nothing... I then went out to obtain a few certificates that I thought would help make my resume look better such as a WorkSafeBC OFA level 3, fire safety and WHMIS certificates. I also contemplated taking H2S alive and Confined space but thought if I'm still not going to get anything I really don't want to waste the money... Keep in mind I'm applying for all sorts of positions from technician jobs, entry level engineering positions and even ones that ask for 3-5 years exp, etc.

Now I'm coming back around to the idea that maybe my resume and cover letters aren't good enough again.

I am wondering if anyone has used any resume/cover letter professionals to help them with their stuff. I've looked some up but they seem quite pricey and it makes me wonder if it's worth the money.

Also if anyone has any other advice I would greatly appreciate it.

06-24-2014, 01:01 AM	#1
ziggyx Need to Seek Professional Help Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: vancouver Posts: 1,095 Thanked 2,237 Times in 251 Posts Failed 103 Times in 22 Posts	Trouble Getting Interviews, Any Advice?? So I'm somewhat a recent graduate from UBC in mining engineering. I know that the mining industry isn't doing too well and it's kind of tough right now. I'm not expecting to get a job easily but it's pretty frustrating and depressing not getting at least one interview after 70 or so applications. I started off assuming it was my resume and cover letters that sucked, so I had several friends take a look for comments and help. Nothing still... Then I went out to gain more experience. Started getting a job in a completely unrelated field and starting volunteering with APEGBC. Still nothing... I then went out to obtain a few certificates that I thought would help make my resume look better such as a WorkSafeBC OFA level 3, fire safety and WHMIS certificates. I also contemplated taking H2S alive and Confined space but thought if I'm still not going to get anything I really don't want to waste the money... Keep in mind I'm applying for all sorts of positions from technician jobs, entry level engineering positions and even ones that ask for 3-5 years exp, etc. Now I'm coming back around to the idea that maybe my resume and cover letters aren't good enough again. I am wondering if anyone has used any resume/cover letter professionals to help them with their stuff. I've looked some up but they seem quite pricey and it makes me wonder if it's worth the money. Also if anyone has any other advice I would greatly appreciate it.