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If you're looking to make the most of your summer by securing a job opportunity, it's essential to enhance your professional profile. Here we offer tips and tricks for improving your CV, cover letter, LinkedIn profile, and digital footprint. Learn how to stand out from the crowd and increase your chances of landing a great summer job!
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CVs and applications
Find out how to increase your chances of getting an interview by writing a strong CV and completing a successful application.
Interviews and assessment centres
Find out more about preparing for different types of interviews, assessment centres, presentations and psychometric tests.
Research potential employers
See our 4 key ways of researching an employer so you can personalise your applications and interview answers to fit a company's culture and values.
What to expect in interviews
Get the most from your LinkedIn profile
Create an effective LinkedIn profile and start to make connections.
Tidy your digital footprint
Take steps to safeguard your use of social media for your private life and keep work and play separate.
Book an appointment
Speak to an adviser about career planning, CV writing and applications, volunteering, job searches, starting a business and more.
Want some advice about your career? Get in touch!
Staying in Portsmouth? Visit the Careers and Employability Centre on Guildhall Walk.
Email: careers@port.ac.uk
Phone: +44 (0)23 9284 2684
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