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Are there any ways changing my social media could help my job applications?

I'm looking for a job as a high schooler and I was wondering if changing certain things about my social media may help my chances of getting a job. I don't post anything questionable or swear, but are there steps to improve my social media to appear more "professional"? #career #school #job-search #social-media

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Thank you comment icon Hi Quinton. It looks like there's a typo in your question. When you say "I'm looking for a job as a high school" do you mean that you are looking for a job <em>out of high school</em> or <em>after high school</em> or <em>as a high school teacher</em> or something else? Jared Chung, Admin
Thank you comment icon Thanks for telling me! and I just edited it, and I mean I'm looking for a job as a high schooler, as I am currently attending Quinton
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Jessica’s Answer

Quinton,
This is a great question and I think it is great you are addressing it in your professional life! Social Media is a big factor with job search. Many employers might look at your social media accounts to get a feel for who you are and what you represent. I agree, it is a way to present your personal self, but some companies are protective of how they are being presented as well.


If you are looking for a way to make yourself more professional, I would look into making a LinkedIn account. I tell a lot of the youth I work with it is the "professional" Facebook. By all means, still keep your other social media accounts "professional", but LinkedIn will allow you to network and get your name out there.


I hope this helps and I wish you all the success in your future!
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Karine’s Answer

Of course ! Today is all about social media ! the better your profile is the most opportunities you have to be hired by a company you want to work for! Some tips : use correct words, professional picture, work on a brand statement (who are you, what are you best at, what do you want to do ?) Use Linked In to network and improve your profile, ask for recommendations, participate in some forums to learn more ...


Happy to connect with you to give you my advice on Linked In about your profile :-)
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Monica’s Answer

Hi Quinton,
For personal social media accounts, I would recommend either changing your name on your accounts to one future employers wouldn't be able to find you by, or changing your privacy settings so only your friends or friends of friends can view your content. A lot of employers do search and you don't want to give them any chance to place a judgement or discriminate based on something you feel is harmless in your profile before they even meet you.

As Karine and Jessica mentioned, it is a good idea to get a LinkedIn profile with a professional-looking headshot (or even a school picture). Follow pages of things that interest you, and look up people who are doing jobs you might want to do and reach out!
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Selvin’s Answer

Social media is almost inescapable these days. It's also common for big businesses to screen candidates before taking a closer look at their social media profiles. This helps them get a clearer picture of who they might be hiring. So, it's crucial to be authentic online, but also remember that anything you post can't be fully erased. In essence, this is a valuable exercise that prepares you for the professional world and teaches you how to behave in various situations.
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