CVs and applications
These days, job-hunting is a very competitive process due to the sheer volume of candidates in the job market and the speed at which positions are filled. A well-written Curriculum Vitae, covering letter or application form are the first steps to a successful career.
CVs and covering letters
A professional CV is a sales document that gives you a chance to stand out among the many that may land on an employer’s desk. At the same time a concise and relevant covering letter is your opportunity to make a strong first impression. Time and effort are needed to craft both; but these pages will give you a helping hand in producing documents that will put you ahead of other candidates.
'Write a Winning CV' PDF and our online video 'Journey to Work' will give you some helpful information.
Application forms
Some employers prefer you to complete an application form so they can compare candidates on a like-with-like basis. These can seem long and intimidating but get easier with practice and are well worth dedicating time and thought to in order to sell your skills.
'Success with application forms' PDF and our online video 'Your Job's Online' are invaluable tools.
Our helpful Careers Service staff can advise you on writing CVs and cover letters and completing application forms. Please contact us for help.
Attend a workshop or presentation
We also run frequent workshops on CVs, letters and application forms. To sign up to these FREE sessions, you will need to register. We also regularly invite employers to give presentations so you can hear first-hand what they are looking for from you!
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