Applying for a graduate job is so much fun… said nobody ever. While you may have thought completing your UCAS application was an ordeal, at least you only had the one to complete! When it comes to applying for a graduate job you can find yourself submitting multiple applications, all of which need to be tweaked …
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Well, it’s been one long wait but the British sunshine has finally arrived! So time to grab some shades and head down to the nearest pub, right? Wrong – you need to stay in and look for a grad job. Oh yeah…that. When you become a graduate everything tends to get a little bit serious. …
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Your resume represents you and its primary aim is to interest the interviewer enough to get you an interview invitation but other than acting as an interview prompt that is all it does. Reading resumes is a boring and soul destroying job for any recruitment department. Many job roles attract a multitude of applicants and …
When it comes to finding a new job one of the first things most of us do is pull out our resume and make a few changes. Ask yourself is your resume dating you? Much like anyone who wants to look younger chances are your resume may need a quick makeover. There are a few …
There are many things to consider when writing your resume; what to include, what’s best left out, how to make yourself look good without appearing full of yourself, editing the content so that it makes its point without dragging on forever, etc. But have you ever thought about the importance of using the right font? …
There are a number of ways to format your resume to catch the attention of a potential employer. This is influenced by your areas of strength, and what the prospective position entails. Emphasising your best qualities in a forthright way will help connect you with employers who seek your talents. What are some general tips …
The solid and effective preparation of your CV will greatly improve your chances of landing that dream role when you leave University. The statements you make in your CV should be positive, make a good impression (in a clear and positive way), but never overtly over the top or untruthful. What are the basic things …
In general, most people feel confident providing answers to the more typical job interview questions. However, there is one question that often comes up that can be frightening and even nerve wracking – that’s, “why do you want to work here?”. While it can be hard to provide an unique answer, experts have offered a …
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In the professional sphere, a curriculum vitae is the next step up from a resume and can demonstrate your strengths and important attributes to a potential employee. However, many people make mistakes on their CV that are easy to correct. Writing a curriculum vitae is simple as long as you follow common grammatical rules that …
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Here’s some rules and principles that can improve your curriculum vitae (CV) preparation, sell your skills, get you an interview and hopefully even a job. Make sure your personal information is up to date. You want to make sure people can find you quickly. Check your address and your phone numbers and any other information …