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How COVID-19 has fundamentally changed recruitment
With COVID-19 vaccination rates steadily going up, Europe is slowly getting back to normal. However, the pandemic has profoundly changed the world of work, particularly recruitment and hiring. Here are some of the changes that we think are here to stay.
13/10/2021
Top 8 COVID-19 questions every jobseeker should ask at interviews
Since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic, many businesses have changed the way they operate, introducing different safety measures or remote/hybrid ways of working. Here are eight important COVID-19 questions to ask your future employer at a job interview.
07/10/2021
Seasonal worker: A guide to your rights
Seasonal work is a great way to see the world, but the exciting opportunities can bring more risks than other forms of employment. Read on to learn about the protection available and what to look out for.
30/09/2021
Top 9 COVID-19 questions employers should ask candidates at job interviews
COVID-19 has radically changed the hiring process for employers. The pandemic has also led to a shift in the type of skills that companies are looking for in applicants. That is why we have prepared a few COVID-19 questions to help employers select the perfect candidate.
29/09/2021
Five things companies did in the pandemic that are here to stay
How and where we work quickly changed when the COVID-19 pandemic struck in early 2020. We take a look at which of these changes will remain once all restrictions are lifted.
17/09/2021
Why soft skills and emotional intelligence are more important than ever
The post-COVID-19 world can be full of uncertainty and challenges. As a result, companies need emotionally intelligent workers with a range of soft skills to help them navigate through these difficult times.
27/07/2021
How to organise a successful online job interview
COVID-19 has forced many employers to move job interviews online. For those unfamiliar with the process, it can be daunting to navigate both the social and technological aspects involved. Here are our tips for organising a successful online job interview.
15/07/2021
‘Seasonal work with EURES’ campaign launches
EURES has launched an awareness-raising campaign on seasonal work. From now until the end of October, we will be sharing information and tools to help you understand your rights and obligations as a jobseeker or employer, and how to make the most of seasonal opportunities.
08/07/2021
Five reasons why learning a language can boost your employability
Speaking a foreign language can help you stand out in the labour market and grab recruiters’ attention. Being bilingual doesn’t just look good on your CV – it develops other skills that employers find attractive in potential hires.
22/06/2021
The future of work: Researchers and engineers
The Skills Forecast from Cedefop allows us to imagine how the world of work might look in 10 years’ time by forecasting future employment trends. In our new series of articles, we look at the potential challenges and changes facing certain professions between now and 2030.
12/05/2021
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