Career Tips & Resources for Recent Graduates

While TLR Search specializes in experienced hire recruitment, we haven’t forgotten about those just getting started.

Launching your career in energy, oil & gas, or chemicals? We’ve pulled together practical tips on job searching, resume building, and standing out in your first role. Let’s set you up for success right from the start.

Job Search & Career Advice for Recent Graduates

Overhead view of professionals networking at an industry conference, highlighting career-building connections in the energy and chemical sectors.

Networking To Enhance Your Career: Strategies for Energy and Chemical Professionals

In energy and chemical industries, relationships drive opportunity. This post breaks down how to network with intention—whether you're job searching or not—and build a career that grows through real connection.

LinkedIn Essentials: Strengthening Your Career Presence—Even When You're Not Looking

Optimize your LinkedIn to showcase expertise, engage industry leaders, and stay visible for future opportunities, before you even need them.

Visual metaphor for career obstacles and resilience after job rejection, for article on how to handle job rejection.

How to Handle Job Rejection Gracefully and Stay Motivated in Your Search

Job rejection hurts—but it doesn’t have to hold you back. Learn six practical, empowering steps to stay motivated, build resilience, and turn setbacks into career momentum.

Recent college graduate reflecting on what's next- career options or preparing for their first job search.

Your First Job Search: Where to Start and How to Stand Out

Graduating is exciting—but starting your first job search can feel like stepping into the unknown. This guide offers clarity, confidence, and real-world advice to help you stand out (even without experience).

The Ultimate Guide to Preparing for A Job Search

Build a strong personal brand for your job search. Optimize LinkedIn, tailor your resume, research companies, and engage in interviews.

Worried about Interviewing? Here's How to Have a Great Interview.

Job interviews aren’t just about skills—they’re about confidence, culture fit, and preparation. Master these to stand out and secure the rol

It's getting harder to get hired. Here's how to stand out.

Job searching is tough—brand yourself, showcase your value, tailor your resume, and network with recruiters to land the right opportunity.