Slovenia | The University of Ljubljana Career Centers hosted an online panel titled “Employers Answer: How Do They Find You and Why Do They Choose You?”, drawing over 150 students and graduates. Representatives from top public and private organizations—including FURS, GEN-I, Novartis, and Outfit7—shared insights on navigating the modern job market.Authenticity Over AI: While panels agreed that AI tools are helpful for drafting resumes and cover letters, generic templates hurt a candidate’s chances. Employers highly value custom cover letters that showcase genuine motivation and workplace alignment.Shifting Skill Metrics: Recruitment criteria are moving away from purely formal education toward soft skills. Adaptability, critical thinking, active communication, and collaborative problem-solving are now primary metrics for both corporate and public sector hiring.Early Engagement: Recruiters emphasize that interviews are a two-way partnership rather than a one-sided interrogation. Students are urged to build professional networks early through hackathons, student projects, and university-industry initiatives before graduation.
Source: University of Ljubljana
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