5 Reasons Summer is the Best Time to Search for a New Job

Summer is the perfect time to look for a new job. Whilst everyone is away on holiday, they’re not looking for work. This means less competition than at other times of the year, which gives you an advantage when applying for a job.

It is common for employers to postpone hiring until later in the year. This can lead to an urgency to hire if someone leaves unexpectedly. This is why it’s not uncommon, to be shocked that summer is a great time to search for a job.

The normal high traffic of applicants in the first quarter (Jan – March) is expected in general due to higher hiring budgets. This results in a plethora of job openings on your Google search. Job openings during the summer are on average scarcer, but so are the applications. This can result in your resume being more likely to be seen and considered with less competition.

Are you looking for a new job, and wondering when the best time to apply is?  We’re going to discuss the 5 reasons why summer is the best time to find a new job.

5 reasons why summer is the best time to search for a new job?

There are various benefits for you to favor searching for a new job in summer time vs the conventional early year bonanza. Whether it’s to strategically compete in a less competitive jobs market, or increase your chances of popping up on a less busy hiring manager’s radar, the summer is a great time to apply for new jobs. We will now delve deeper into these reasons.

Flexibility

During summertime, most people have holidays booked which can create temporary staffing gaps. Companies may be more inclined to hire you (especially if you have flexible availability) to fill these gaps. Conversely, during other times of the year, companies may be less inclined to hire new employees with less flexible schedules.

Seasonal demand

Specific industries may actually have more demand during the summer months, and they will therefore be required to hire more staff to cope with this increased demand. Industries such as tourism, hospitality, and outdoor recreation are all positively impacted by an increase in demand during summertime.

Contract work

Certain companies within certain industries have the disposition to hire on a contract basis, this can equate to increased levels of hiring during the summer months when they have more projects to complete. This is a great opportunity if you’re seeking short-term work or you wish to gain experience in a particular industry without having to over-commit yourself.

Reduced competition

The “overall” jobs market opening will be quieter during the summer months, but so too will the number of candidates applying for jobs. This is a profound, unconventional tactic that you, the savvy job seeker, can use to stand out and potentially reach the usually “crowded marketplaces”. This gives you an advantage in the hiring process and increases your chances of landing your dream job.

Networking opportunities

It’s no secret that the great weather gives rise to a great number of outdoor events and opportunities to meet new people. The summer provides a plethora of job fairs, industry conferences, and outdoor networking events. These events can provide you with the chance to make connections and build your networking empire, which could result in you unearthing new job opportunities.

To summarise, summertime can be the “sweet spot” for searching for new jobs for many reasons including; networking opportunities, flexibility, less competition, contract work, and seasonal demand. By leveraging these factors and going against the grain when it comes to the timing of looking for your next job, you can definitely improve your likelihood of finding the next job that’s right for you.

Author

Carl Steptowe ~ Digital Marketing Executive

Buckingham Futures HQ

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