RecruitAGraduate Blog

  • Questions to Ask in Interviews That Make You Memorable
    When you step into a job interview, it's standard to focus on answering questions well. This is your chance to showcase your skills, experience, and enthusiasm. But there's another part of the interview that's just as important: the questions you get to ask in interviews. You will...
  • The 3 Characteristics Employers Look for in Graduate Hires
    Here, at RecruitAGraduate, we work closely with business owners and hiring managers across South Africa, and time and again, we find that there is one particular set of characteristics employers want to see in graduates. These are intangible qualities that set candidates apart from their peers, signalling to an employer that this person will grow, contribute meaningfully, and adapt with them....
  • Why and How to Hire a Neurodivergent Graduate: Your Complete Guide
    Neurodivergent Graduates: A Hidden Advantage Hiring a neurodivergent graduate is not simply a diversity initiative—it’s a strategic decision. These individuals bring unique ways of thinking that drive innovation, creativity, and resilience. As our understanding of neurodiversity has deepened over the past few decades, forward-thinking companies have begun to appreciate the...
  • Why “No Experience” Jobs Can Be Your Business’s Secret Weapon
    The Grim Reality Behind South Africa’s Graduate Unemployment South Africa’s graduate unemployment rate has climbed to 11.7% in early 2025, a sharp reminder that even a degree is no guarantee of a job in today’s market. For business owners, this isn’t just a statistic...
  • How to Ask for Feedback After an Unsuccessful Interview (and Why It Matters)
    For South African graduates and entry-level job seekers Rejection after a job interview can be crushing, especially when you've poured time, energy, and hope into the process. However, every interview, whether successful or not, offers a powerful opportunity to grow - and this often...