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So, do you have any questions? Top tips from Deloitte!
This article has been provided by an external organisation – please read our disclaimer Have an interview for your dream graduate job or placement? James Nugent, Graduate Recruitment Officer at Deloitte offers these top tips on how to ace the question that comes at the end of the interview ‘So, have you an questions for [...]
Read Article ›Challenging application form questions
Why do you want this job? Why do you want to work for this organisation? What would you bring to the job? How will you add value to the organisation? What sets you apart from other candidates? Give me an example of where you have worked in a team, solved a challenging problem, motivated someone… [...]
Read Article ›I want to write a successful CV
The purpose of a CV Different CV styles Typical CV headings Order and emphasis Layout Positive language Tailoring Disclosure of difficult information Covering letters CV Review Want more? The purpose of a CV A CV aims to secure you an interview, but can also be used to apply for a course, show a networking contact [...]
Read Article ›National Science and Engineering Week: Scientific CVs
In honour of National Science and Engineering Week, why not take a look at the New Scientist article on Scientific CVs, which has great advice on how to convey your science research interests: http://www.newscientist.com/article/mg19626276.900-graduate-special-how-do-i-write-a-scientific-cv.html. Once you have implemented the advice, remember to come in for a Quick Query with a Careers Adviser where we can [...]
Read Article ›Agency Central
This article has been provided by an external organisation – please read our disclaimer Agency Central provides a valuable service to students looking for employment. The site displays employment hot spots and salary information for particular industries and job roles, including average graduate salaries, as well as low, medium and high pay. Candidates can then [...]
Read Article ›New postgraduate funding database from TARGETcourses
New postgraduate funding database from TARGETcourses Interested in postgraduate study but can’t see the wood for the fees? TARGETcourses have recently launched a new funding database that allows you to search for all major funding opportunities that you are eligible for. It is quick and easy to use and includes funding from universities, research councils, [...]
Read Article ›Scholarship for disabled students – Deadline approaching
EmployAbility is proud to be working with Google to offer disabled students a fantastic scholarship opportunity worth € 7,000 (or equivalent). Google is committed to helping the innovators of the future make the most of their talents by providing scholarships and networking retreats for computer science students with disabilities. This scholarship aims to help dismantle [...]
Read Article ›In-tray and e-tray exercises
The following article has been posted by Nik Shah from WikiJob…. This post is for graduates and job seekers on how to prepare for In-tray or E-tray exercises. Now you’re probably wondering what are In-tray or E-tray exercises, but I’ll get onto that in a moment. Firstly, most graduates tend to apply to big corporate [...]
Read Article ›Internships – a WikiJob perspective
The following article has been posted by Nik Shah from WikiJob…. So if you’re having problems like I did after graduating from university trying to land that all important first job, Internships are a great way to get your foot in the door and on to your career ladder. I left university with a degree [...]
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