What is the first step a recent graduate take towards their career?

The very first step towards a career is to look for a job in the fields that interest and intrigue you the most. You’d probably say this would be very difficult when we’re recent graduates with probably no experience, which is very right. That’s why planning ahead your career while you’re still in college is the key. How? Internships and part time jobs. These two fundamental elements prepare you for the job market by acquiring the personal and technical qualifications certain positions require. Phillip also mentioned networking and he is right, internships/part time jobs among others will help you grow your professional circle before graduating. Another thing is to have as much interviews as you can. Personally, internships interviews helped me understand what the interviewers are looking for, learn how to convince the recruiter I'm the candidate they're looking. Another advice is to start applying few months before you graduation as it takes time to get feedback.

In preparation for graduation, you should practice interviewing for the job you are looking into. You should start networking and learning as much as you can on the career have have chosen. Get a mentor to have you prepare for your new career.