For Graduates

Rules for Successful Employment

A curated guide with useful resources and practical recommendations to prepare for job search, interviews, and first contact with employers.

Useful Resources

Links to Prepare for Employment

Selected materials on resume writing, interviews, and professional skills.

Job Interview Guidance 01 ↗ How to Write a Resume 02 ↗ Resume Templates 03 ↗ Professional Skills in a Resume 04 ↗ Soft Skills 05 ↗ Personal Qualities in a Resume 06 ↗ Resume Samples 07 ↗ Atlas of New Professions (Enbek) 08 ↗

Job Search

Effective Ways to Find a Job

By participating in company presentations and job fairs, you can:

If you are a KazUTB student or graduate, you can get employment support at the Career Center: Nur-Sultan, K. Mukhamedkhanov St., 37a, room 1/600.

In autumn and spring, the university hosts vacancy fairs and faculty days. Company representatives hold presentations and business games, followed by direct communication with candidates.

By participating in company presentations and job fairs, you can:

Meet company representatives and HR managers directly.
Learn about hiring programs, internships, and employer expectations.
Get relevant labor market insights and evaluate demand for your profile.
Submit your resume, review vacancies, and pass a mini-interview.

Communication

Phone Communication with an Employer

Introduce yourself, clearly state the reason for calling, and ask to be connected to the responsible recruiter.
Use the person's name whenever possible to reduce distance and show professional intent.
Keep your speech polite, clear, and confident; tone matters especially on calls.
Do not rush; information is processed more slowly in phone communication.
Briefly describe your education, qualification, experience, skills, and strengths.
If interest appears, suggest sending your resume and arranging a meeting.
If rejected, ask where similar vacancies may open soon and leave your contacts.
Before finishing, clarify next steps: meeting details or follow-up call timing.
If a recruiter calls at an inconvenient time, politely request to reschedule the call.
After the call, you may send a short follow-up message with thanks and key strengths.

Preparation

Graduate Presentation Checklist

Full name, faculty, major, year of study.
Achievements relevant to the employer.
Participation in profile competitions and academic events.
Internships and work experience (role, place, responsibilities).
University social and extracurricular activity.
Additional education and courses.
Foreign language proficiency.
Computer tools and software skills.
Hobbies and interests.
Plans for further education.
Employment plans (preferred field and positions).
Personal credo or professional principle.

Self-Presentation

Introduce Yourself and Tell Your Story

Highlight achievements and conference/competition participation with real outcomes.
Explain your practice and work experience: tasks, results, and learning.
Describe social involvement and the skills you developed.
Mention additional education, certificates, and qualifications.
Present language and software skills clearly and specifically.
Briefly mention hobbies to show a balanced personality.
Explain your further education plans and career linkage.
State your expectations from future work and value you can add.
Finish with a short personal motto reflecting your values.