CV too good to be true?

Question

Nobody hires me to work part-time in Lichfield UK (I canot do full-time, I am still a student). Could it be because I am overqualified? (I have a BA hons, an MA, I am doing my final PhD year, and I speak several foreign languages). Could it be that my CV sounds too good to be true? My expences are running and I keep applying for part-time jobs, in shops, banks, reception and admin, etc... but no luck yet...

Answer 1

Middle-age and higher education do not mix well with part-time work. I know this because that's what I've discovered. I worked 15 years as a high tech engineer. High tech collapsed in 2001 and in mid-2003 I was laid off. My money ran out in 2004 so I looked for alternate work, including part-time. Employers don't hired middled-aged engineers for part-time work or new careers. They're took concerned you'll bolt back to your original work once jobs return there. Doens't matter that high tech hasn't rebounded in 7 years and has no sign it will for another 7 years. They hire who they believe will stay at the job (less educated, younger persons.)

Sorry but that's the reality.

Best,

-- Liam

Answer 2

Yes, they probably feel you are overqualified, and that you wouldn't stay in the position long if hired.  Have you investigated internships and/or jobs as a teaching assistant at your university?  Many universities have career centers where they help students w/employment, internships, and even volunteer work that will help in the students'  future careers.  Good luck.