Getting to know Yobbers: how to prepare for the call
Nina
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Have you applied for a job abroad through Yobbers? Then the introductory call with a recruiter is usually the next step in the application process for working abroad. During this call, you'll discuss your motivation, experience, and the job you applied for. The goal of this call is to get to know each other better and to see whether the role and destination abroad are a good fit for you. That's why it's helpful to be a little prepared beforehand. In this blog, you'll read what to expect during the introductory call with Yobbers and how you can prepare for it.
The application process for working abroad through Yobbers
This blog is part of the series Application Guide: the application process for working abroad. The process usually consists of four steps:
#2 The introductory call with Yobbers
#3 The job interview with the employer
During the introductory call, your application is therefore still in an early stage. The call is mainly meant to better understand your profile, motivation, and expectations. All applications go through Yobbers, if you've already contacted the employer yourself, we can't always introduce you, and the process will go directly through them.
What happens during the introductory call with a Yobbers recruiter?
During the introductory call with your Yobbers recruiter, you'll talk about your plans to work abroad. Together, you'll look at whether the job you applied for is a good match for your experience and expectations. Topics that often come up include your motivation to work abroad, the role you applied for, and your work experience or language skills. You can also ask practical questions about living and working abroad. The introductory call usually lasts about 15 to 30 minutes. At the end of the call, you'll often hear what the next step in the application process is. Many candidates see this call mainly as a first introduction, in which you look together at whether the job and destination abroad are a good fit for you.
What questions does a recruiter ask during an introductory call?
During the introductory call, the recruiter often asks questions to better understand your motivation and expectations. For example, the recruiter might ask:
- Why you want to work abroad
- What appeals to you about the job
- When you're available to start
- Whether you've lived or worked abroad before
You don't need to have perfect answers ready. The most important thing is that you honestly share why you want to work abroad and what you expect from the role. If you know which topics often come up, it's easier to prepare. That's why we've made a short checklist below.
Checklist: how to prepare for the introductory call
A good preparation helps you go into the call relaxed and clearly. By looking into the job and the country beforehand, you'll get more out of the conversation with the recruiter.
The job: understand the role you're applying for
A logical first step in your preparation is to read through the job description again at your own pace. During the call, the recruiter might ask what appeals to you about the role or why you applied for this job abroad. If you know the job well, it's easier to explain why the role suits you. It can also help to write down a few questions in advance, for example about what a workday looks like or what you can expect in the first weeks.
The destination: why do you want to work in this country?
Besides the job, the destination abroad is also an important topic during the call. Recruiters often ask why you want to work in a particular country. That's why it's helpful to look into the country where you'll be living and working beforehand. You can, for example, look up information about the culture, the climate, and what daily life looks like. Many candidates watch videos on TikTok, YouTube, or Instagram, or read blogs about living and working in countries like Spain, Portugal, or Greece. That way, you get a more realistic picture of what it's like to live and work there. And if you don't have a specific preference, that's fine too.
Personal info: make sure your Yobbers profile is complete
Besides the content of the call, it's also important that your Yobbers profile is fully filled in. This makes it easier for the recruiter to assess your profile and see which international jobs are a good match. The most important document to upload is your CV. With a good CV, the recruiter gets a direct view of your work experience, language skills, and chances of landing jobs abroad.
Don't have a good CV yet? Then use our CV builder.
Practical preparation for the introductory call
Finally, there are a few practical things that help the call run smoothly. Make sure the introductory call is in your calendar and that you've saved Yobbers' phone number. That way, you know it's us when your phone rings. It also helps to take the call in a quiet place, so you can fully focus on the conversation with the recruiter.
Do you have to take a test after the introductory call?
In some cases, the employer asks for a short test before you move on to the next step of the application process for a job abroad. This could, for example, be a language test or a written skills test. The recruiter will tell you at the end of the call whether these tests are needed for your job.
What happens after the introductory call with Yobbers?
After the call with the recruiter, you usually move on to the third step of the application process: the job interview with the employer. During that interview, you'll get to know the company better and discuss the role in more detail.
Want to know what such an online job interview looks like and how to prepare for it? Then also read our blog about the job interview with the employer.
In short: how the introductory call with Yobbers works
An introductory call with Yobbers is a short conversation of about 15 to 30 minutes with a recruiter. During this call, you'll discuss your motivation to work abroad, your work experience, and the job you applied for. The goal is to see whether the role and destination are a good match for your profile. Mainly see the call as a first introduction. It's not a strict job interview, but a moment to look together at whether the job abroad is a good fit for you.
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