How Can You Stand Out in the Recruitment Process?

Hiring managers share their guidance on how to set yourself apart from other job seekers as you advance in your career.

Chemical engineers are no strangers to solving complex problems with innovative solutions. However, when it comes to taking the next step in your career, even the most seasoned professionals may struggle to navigate the job search landscape.

In today’s fast-paced and competitive job market, it’s easy to feel like you’ve gotten lost in the crowd amongst many other candidates. As a job seeker, the complex and often daunting recruitment process can be a frustrating experience when you’re trying to figure out what will make you stand out.

Knowing how to set yourself apart from other candidates and how to demonstrate your abilities is imperative in securing your next position. In this question-and-answer (Q&A) article, hiring managers share insights into what they are looking for when hiring chemical engineers and offer tips and advice on how to get your foot in the door. This Q&A also discusses the distinguishing factors that hiring managers are looking for when recruiting the most qualified applicants.

Whether you’re just wading into the waters of your first job hunt or you’re taking the next step to advance your career in the chemical process industries, this article will provide some expert guidance on how to succeed in the job market. Three hiring managers from Owens Corning, North Carolina State Univ., and Celanese shared their tips for applying, interviewing, and following up during the recruitment process...