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Writing tips from famous authors to boost your job applications

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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 …

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Life before a PhD – Returning to Education after working

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We caught up recently with one of our help desk team here at campus Jobs – Chris Bartley who is a current PhD student in Henley Business School. Prior to coming to Reading for his PhD Chris completed an Undergraduate, Masters degree and has also held various roles with HSBC and British Airways. So Chris…Tell …

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Health and disability: applying and interviewing for work with confidence

Do you have a disability and wonder if your disability will affect your chances of successfully applying for work experience or graduate opportunities? Do you have a disability and wonder if it is covered by the Equality Act? Gain confidence with how to talk to employers about your disability and the support you require for …

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Ace your interviews

Got an interview coming up? Come along to this workshop to prepare and boost chances of a positive job offer! Improve your interview skills in this practical session, covering: – First impressions – how to appear confident (even if you don’t feel it!); – Preparation – what you can do before the interview; – Difficult …

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Video and skype interviews with BDO LLP

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              Video Interviews are becoming more and more popular in Graduate Recruitment so make sure you are prepared when applying for placement or graduate roles! What’s in it for me?  This  interactive session  will provide you with useful advice and tips about how to prepare for and ace your …

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