Applications and CVs

Writing CVs for different types of graduate job

Whether your target is a graduate scheme with an investment bank or a vacancy for a graduate managing a shop, write a CV that is right for the job.

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Application planner: quick tips for graduate job-hunters

Quick tips to help you prepare for graduate applications, interviews and assessments. Use them as a handy check list to make sure you're on the right track to get a graduate job.

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The graduate’s guide to job application forms

Almost every graduate job-hunter encounters a job application form at some point, particularly if they are applying for graduate schemes and programmes. Take a look at our step-by-step guide.

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Covering letter essentials for graduate vacancies

If a graduate employer requests a CV they'll want a covering letter too. Don't miss out on this additional opportunity to showcase your skills and enthusiasm. It may be just one page of A4, but it can make a big difference to the success of your graduate application.

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Making a speculative job application

Not all graduate vacancies are advertised, so sometimes the only way in is to apply 'on spec'. Read on to discover tips on how to get the best results from speculative job applications.

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The 6-step guide to perfecting your CV

A good CV is essential to get the graduate job you want so take the time to get it right. A well-crafted CV will show your career interests and highlight your most relevant skills and work experience in the way recruiters like.

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Writing tips for graduates: how to communicate with recruiters

Your first communication with a graduate recruiter will most likely be in writing through an e-mail, application, or CV and covering letter. How you present yourself in words and getting the style right is vitally important. We've put together some basic writing tips to help you make the best first impression.

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Disclosing your disability in job applications: do you or don’t you?

A graduate with five years’ experience in the workplace gives her take on job-hunting as a disabled student and explains the best way to disclose your disability to employers.

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Dealing with gaps in graduate CVs and applications

Your curriculum vitae or application form is the way graduate employers can find out what you've been doing with your life so far. If you've had gaps during your education or working life, here's how put a positive spin on them.

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What to put in the 'further interests' section of a graduate CV

Recruiters have so many applications to sift that choosing between them becomes incredibly difficult. Luckily, a well-crafted 'further interests' section on your graduate CV can make all the difference.

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Writing last-minute applications for graduate jobs

You've seen a graduate job you want to apply for but the closing date is tomorrow. You've got an assignment due, you haven't got time to plan a detailed application and you're worried your recruitment chances will suffer. Never fear: we have some time-saving strategies to help your most rushed applications impress graduate employers.

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