Recent Computer Science Graduate - UK

[arjun.sharma]

Hi guys,

just trying to find out where I stand, and what my chances are. I've been applying for jobs since the 13th of June without any reply from any agencies/employers.

I'm not sure if I'm doing anything wrong, I'm sending my CV (UK CV) to employers but not getting any feedback negative or positive.

I've graduated this year in a computer science degree, my degree requires me a complete a internship which I have at a telecoms company, and i've been employed by them full time.

my work history:
Sep 2009 - Sep 2010 - Internship, Full Time (Software Engineer)
Sep 2010 - May 2011 - Casual work during final year & sponsorship during final year(Software Engineer)
May 2011 - Present - Full time employment(Software Engineer)

Is there any specialist recruitment consultants who can help my situation or is it just a case of keep trying. Also is there anything I can do to improve my chances?

Thanks Arjun

[scylla]

The reason why you are not receiving replies is that in order to hire you, an employer has to prove to the Canadian government that they could not find a Canadian to do the job. Canada has a large number of Computer Science graduates and Computer Science specialists (some who are currently out of work). For this reason it would likely be quite difficult for a company to prove that a Canadian could not be found for the role.

This doesn't mean you shouldn't keep trying. However I think your chances of securing a job are probably on the lower end due to your field of focus and the fact that you don't have very many years of experience.

I would strongly recommend that you change your CV to a Canadian/North American format. Sending out a UK style CV is not a good idea.

Finally, you should look into a bunac visa to see if you qualify.

[arjun.sharma]

Hi Scylla,

First thanks for the prompt reply.

I have already checked the bunac scheme and I am eligible, but I'm not sure what move to make. Weather to go to Canada on the bunac scheme, or to wait work another year and then apply for a work permit. I'm wondering weather or not the bunac scheme would be a viable solution to extend and get a PR.

Thanks arjun