This document summarizes the author's personal experience and lessons learned in getting their first job as a Process Engineer in the chemical industry in India. The author outlines 5 key things that helped them get a job: 1) Developing at least one skill to demonstrate competence, such as knowledge of pumps, pressure drops, or chemical plant design software; 2) Promoting their skill on LinkedIn and resumes to build trust; 3) Answering questions about their skill on forums to further demonstrate expertise; 4) Persistently showing up and being available in case opportunities arise; 5) Preparing and staying ready so that chances can be seized. The author encourages job seekers, especially fresh graduates, to apply these strategies.