UNIT 4. APPLYING FOR A JOB

There are many ways in which an organization can recruit personnel.

Advertising is a commonly used technique for recruiting people from outside. The advertising medium should be chosen according to the type of public the organization is aiming at. If a highly specialized person is required, a specialty publication such as a trade magazine may be most appropriate. National newspapers and magazines sometimes carry a Senior Appointments section for specialized personnel. Many national and local newspapers have a General Appointments section, or a Classified Ads section for less specialized personnel. Employment agencies may be another source of recruitment. Other valuable sources of recruitment may be university campuses, trade unions, professional organizations.