CV support

Careers Network has a range of CV services and resources to ensure you receive the support you need including our instant online CV Checker.

Whether you are applying for an internship, a part-time role during your studies or a graduate job, it is important to ensure your CV is well structured, up-to-date and tailored to the particular position you are applying for.

Take the following steps to ensure you receive the right support, at the right time:

1. CV support

Access our range of support on Careers Connect, including advice, workshops, videos and tailored reviews. Keep track of your progress on your account to make the most of your CV.

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2. Use our virtual CV checking platform for instant CV feedback

CV Checker is a virtual CV checking platform that provides customised feedback on your CV - wherever you are and whenever you want it.

To get the most out of using CV Checker, we recommend that you upload your CV more than once, and that you review and implement the feedback outlined.

CV Checker is also available for alumni for up to two years after you graduate.

3. Attend a CV workshop

Attend a 30 minute Top Tips workshop to get information on how to structure your CV and what content to include.

The workshops cover Information on what a CV is, why you need one and our top tips for getting started.

CV workshop listing

Top Tips for CVs, Cover Letters and Applications
Our innovative ‘Top Tips’ sessions are designed to give you the confidence and tools to make your way successfully through the application and selection process.
16:00 Thu 11 Dec 2025
Online
Top Tips for Creating a Personal Statement
Your personal statement is the key document when applying for further study, so make sure yours does you justice.
12:30 Fri 12 Dec 2025
Online
Top Tips for using LinkedIn
Find out how to create your profile and learn top tips to get you ahead when using this social media tool in your job search.
15:00 Fri 12 Dec 2025
Online
Mastering Assessment Centres: Mock Assessment Centre for Postgrads
An opportunity for PGT students to find out more about what’s involved in Assessment Centres for graduate jobs.
09:30 Wed 28 Jan 2026
Careers Network, Employer Training Room, G30 Aston Webb
Low traffic time - Spring Careers Fair
A 30 minute bookable time slot before the Spring Careers Fair for students who find busy environments challenging and would benefit from a less busy setting to interact with employers.
10:30 Wed 04 Feb 2026
The Great Hall, Aston Webb

4. Email your CV for review

If you’ve used the resources listed above you can submit your CV to Careers Network for written feedback.

We recommend that once you have uploaded your CV to CV Checker, you review and implement the feedback before submitting it to us for further support

We’ll aim to provide you with feedback within five working days – remember to state what you’re applying for when you email Careers Network, careersenquiries@contacts.bham.ac.uk.

Submit your CV for review