Landing your first job is the hardest step. Here's a proven 30-day action plan for fresh graduates.
Week 1: Foundation - Day 1-2: Build your resume (use our free AI Resume Checker) - Day 3: Create/update LinkedIn profile - Day 4: List 20 target companies in your field - Day 5-7: Apply to 5 jobs per day on DecaJobs, LinkedIn, Naukri
Week 2: Build Presence - Create a simple portfolio (GitHub for tech, Behance for design) - Post on LinkedIn 2-3 times about your learnings - Connect with recruiters and alumni from your college - Apply to 5 more jobs per day
Week 3: Network & Follow Up - Attend virtual career fairs / webinars - Message hiring managers directly on LinkedIn (politely) - Follow up on Week 1 applications - Start interview prep with STAR method
Week 4: Interview & Close - Practice mock interviews (use our AI Interview Prep tool) - Prepare questions for each company - Send personalized thank-you notes after interviews - Negotiate offers (yes, even freshers can negotiate!)
Fresher Resume Tips: - Lead with education + relevant coursework - Highlight internships, projects, and certifications - Include tech skills prominently - Keep it to 1 page - Add links: GitHub, portfolio, LinkedIn
Best Companies Hiring Freshers (2026): - TCS, Infosys, Wipro (mass hiring) - Startups on AngelList (faster growth) - Product companies: Razorpay, Swiggy, Zerodha - Remote-first: Automattic, Toptal, Turing
How Many Applications to Send? Target 100 applications minimum. The average fresher conversion rate is 2-5%, so you need volume.
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