Applications, CVs, Cover Letters
Oct 22 2021
When you graduate from university and go out there to start looking for your first graduate job, you will most likely come to a stark realisation. The outcome of university wasn’t exactly what you expected and just because you’ve got a degree in your hands doesn’t mean that employers are begging for your attention. Add …
Permanent link to this article: https://blogs.reading.ac.uk/careers/how-to-land-a-corporate-job-with-zero-experience-by-tim-sekundyak/
Jun 02 2021
No matter what career you want to go into, there’s one occasion when you need to be a great writer and that’s when applying for jobs. Whether it’s finding the best succinct way to get all the right information in your CV or knowing how to sell your skills and experience in a captivating way …
Permanent link to this article: https://blogs.reading.ac.uk/careers/writing-tips-from-famous-authors-to-boost-your-job-applications/
May 19 2021
Round-up written by a University of Reading Student Ambassador The University of Reading Careers service supports students in exploring any future career options to prepare them for life after graduation. Partnered tools are an avenue where they work with known companies to provide insight, tools and resources, helping you enter into the working world. By working …
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Apr 28 2021
Will you be looking for a graduate role in 2022? We’re here to support you and help you get Careers Smart. Graduate opportunities for students graduating in summer 2022 will start to be advertised from August 2021 and a large number of these will have application deadlines in October and November! With everything going on …
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Apr 07 2021
Written by Stephie Goodman – WikiJob Even after university, you’re likely to encounter written tests. Companies across a variety of industries are increasingly turning to psychometric tests to help them screen job candidates. For roles that involve data analysis, numbers, or finance, applicants often have to take a numerical reasoning test to prove that they …
Permanent link to this article: https://blogs.reading.ac.uk/careers/how-to-pass-a-numerical-reasoning-test-for-job-applications/
