CVs and cover letters are read very quickly (think seconds!) yet are crucial for getting an interview. We will share tips on how to tailor your CV, articulate relevant skills and experience, and deliver an effective application. Through individual and group exercises, you will apply the learning to your own application materials.

This session will cover applications to a wide range of sectors, including academia.

Workshop objectives:

• Gain a better understanding of the key skills sought in sectors of interest to researchers and the constraints of their hiring processes
• Learn how to organise and present your qualifications and experience in ways that meet the specified criteria for a post of interest
• Apply new insights to your current draft CV or cover letter
• Consider the skills and knowledge you should be keeping track of to future-proof your CV

To get the most out of this workshop:

• We strongly encourage you to look at the CV and cover letter writing guidance on our web pages before you attend.
• Please bring along a draft 1-2 page CV and/or cover letter, plus any job descriptions that interest you, whether in general terms or for a potential application. We are unable to print documents for participants; if you wish to work on a paper copy of your CV/cover letter please print before arriving at the Careers Service.

All research staff and research students are welcome.