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Our Student Advice Team staff the daily Careers & Employability drop in, and are trained to help you with your CV, cover letters, placements and finding a part time job. Drop in runs from 1.00pm-4.00pm Monday-Friday (during term time), and is currently based in the University Library. No need to make an appointment - simply pop along to the library during these times and an adviser will try to see you on the day.
Below you can meet the Student Information Assistants, and find out what their top CV or cover letter tip is...
Adam, BEng Mechanical and Manufacturing Engineering
"Think about how every sentence on your CV makes you attractive for the role, if it doesn't relate to how you would be suitable to the job - change it to something that supports the job description."
Ella, BSc Criminology and Criminal Justice
"Make sure your CV is formatted beautifully with clear headings and fonts."
Billy, BA Business & Management
"CVs and interviews are opportunities to demonstrate not just what you've done, but why you do it. Take some time to understand your why. This clarity can be a secret weapon for writing highly targeted CV/covering letters, and help you to come across as credible in your career conversations."
Eman, MPharm Pharmacy
"Always explain how you have certain skills on your CV, don't just list them!"
Hildie, LLB Law with Legal Practice
"Use CareerSet to quickly polish your CV and customise it for the job roles you want."
Katelan, BSc Marine Biology
"Make a strong core CV that shows off your skill set, and then tailor and target it for each application."
Lucy, BA Film Production
"Remember to make sure your CV is clear and easy to read. A great layout and format goes a long way in the development of your CV to make sure that your unique experience stands out."
Paschal, BSc Software Engineering
"Start the bullet points on your CV with Action Words."
Oscar, MPharm Pharmacy
"Cover letters allow you to elaborate on your skills and demonstrate why you're a strong fit for the role. Always ask yourself: 'Why me and why them?' to help with this."
Ryan, BSc Software Engineering
"The hardest part is getting started, so don't worry about getting your CV perfect right away."
Pavneet, BSc Psychology
"Remember to tailor your CV using keywords from the job description throughout."
