Hi all, sorry for adding on to the recent posts on jobs, but I really want to ask something.
I just grad from nus cs, but gpa is really bad, 3.4/5, and searching for jobs now. A few of the applications asked for gpa, which I feel that it is no pt applying to them since my gpa will automatically filter me out.
Should I still apply or just give up every application that asks for gpa, really demoralising for me. I do have a relevant internship, but it’s just 1, and although it is an MNC, not those top companies like Google, Amazon etc. The skills required fits my profile, but I feel sad that my application will most likely be thrown away cos of my gpa, without a chance for interviews. There are so many applicants and alot of them must be fch right, how to compete.
What shld I do? Shld I just try to apply and give myself a false chance at hope?
Thanks so much. I’m feeling kind of down atm.
Here are what netizens think:
- Just apply, back when i don’t have any degree. jobs that post “degree holders only”. i still get the job. it’s about how you present yourself when they interview you. you need to convince the interviewers. they made the right choice by picking you.
- i did asked my bosses why me? they told me there’s people who got higher paper qualifications than you. but somehow you convinced me that you can do it in the interview. confidences helps a lot. as a interviewer now myself , i look past qualifications now too
- Apply. Apply and you still have a chance. There are HRs or Hiring managers that don’t just judge based on GPA even tho I must say it is one of the basis.
- Apply. Any remote chance is still greater than nil. And if you get asked about your GPA, have a good reason/excuse. Also try reaching out to people in the company via LinkedIn and express your interest by doing informational interviews with them.