Get expert advice on crafting a CV, tips for virtual and face to face interviews, what to ask the interviewer, competency based interview questions prep plus much more.
Landing your first job after university can feel overwhelming, but preparation is key. Tailor your CV, research the company, and practice interview questions. On the day, dress professionally, arrive early, and make a great first impression. Use structured answers, ask thoughtful questions, and follow up with a thank-you email. Every interview is a step closer to success!
If you’re hoping to launch a career in a creative industry sector, you’ll need a CV that showcases your creative skills as well as your experience and technical expertise.
A concise, persuasive CV is key for landing any job role. But when you’re making a career change, getting it perfect is particularly important.
Going to a second stage interview can feel a little bit like reliving the same day again. You might think: ‘What more does this employer want to know about me that we haven’t already covered?
The 5 Rs model can help you pull together a great application. Most importantly the actual writing of CVs, cover letters and application forms, comes in at STEP 4, meaning there are 3 steps to take before you even start on that application!
Summer has begun and thousands of students are on the hunt for a summer job. Writing a CV from scratch can be daunting. This may even be the first you’ve ever created but don’t worry! We’re here to give you the lowdown on how you can create a successful CV.
Speculative applications can have great results, especially for those wanting to get an internship, work placement, apprenticeship or graduate job. You’ll need to be engaging, expressive and able to confidently discuss your skill to really have an effect.
You’ve come to the decision that college or university is not for you and that you are going to enter the world of work via an apprenticeship; but you have no idea what you will be asked in a formal interview situation and how to respond.
Writing a CV can be daunting and confusing, but we have some helpful tips to make it easier. The reason employers want to see your CV is so that they can decide if they want to interview you, and to understand what experience you have so you need to make very that very prominent.