The finals of Guiyang Economic and Technological Development Zone's (GETDZ) 2024 college and university student job hunting competition took place on Nov 13 at the Guiyang Big Data Security Industry Exhibition Center.
The event targeted students from Guizhou Aviation Vocational School and the Guizhou Institute of Light Industry.
The finals of the 2024 college and university student job hunting competition of GETDZ take place on Nov 13. [Photo/Guiyang news network]
Since its launch, over 300 participating students have submitted resumes. After preliminary rounds, 40 contestants advanced to the semi-finals, and 20 made it to the finals.
The finals featured two stages: "self-recommendation" and "workplace face-to-face". In the first stage, students delivered a 7-minute presentation showcasing their career plans and job readiness. The second stage included a 3-minute Q&A with judges, simulating workplace challenges and testing candidates' problem-solving under pressure.
A student gives his presentation during the competition. [Photo/Guiyang news network]
A panel of seven experts, including career advisors and industry professionals, evaluated candidates based on communication skills, career planning, job awareness, workplace demeanor, innovation, and adaptability.
After fierce competition, one contestant won first prize, two received second-place prizes, and three earned third-place prizes. Fourteen others were awarded for excellence, while two teachers were recognized for outstanding guidance.
The competition's award ceremony. [Photo/Guiyang news network]