Apply for opportunities

Get support with the application process, including CVs, LinkedIn, application forms, interviews and assessment centres.

You have a clear sense of your goals and how to get where you need to go; now all you need to do is to succeed in the selection process. This page will support you in this process.

You might not feel quite ready for the applying stage yet. You could take a look at the content for Planners.

Events for when you are ready to apply

Book an event that will help you to be successful when applying for opportunities. 

Heidi Bartholomew

BA Philosophy, Religion and Ethics graduate

“Birmingham’s Careers Network service is one of the best in the country, and I learnt how to enhance my CV and write a cover letter through workshops and tailored one-to-ones.”

  • Colas Rail Open Day for Girls and Women
    We are holding an Open Day for girls and women. We have a fantastic opportunity for students around Birmingham. As part of our commitment to delivering social value projects in the areas where we operate, we are planning an open day.
    10:00 Thu 04 Apr 2024
    Off campus
  • Enactus UK & Ireland National Expo
    We have a lot in store for you at this year's event... rub shoulders with leading employers, Awards, inspiring keynote speakers and much more!
    10:00 Tue 09 Apr 2024
    Off campus
  • Top Tips for Creating a CV
    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.
    11:00 Thu 25 Apr 2024
    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.
    11:00 Fri 26 Apr 2024
    Online
  • AWE - Insight Day
    Dive into a world of opportunities as we guide students on their journey towards a thriving technology career. Your success story starts here!
    11:00 Tue 30 Apr 2024
    Off campus

Application and recruitment support

Make the most of your application with our support on Careers Connect. Whether you are applying for an internship, a part-time role or a graduate job, get started creating your CV and cover letter, improve your application and personal statement, prepare for interviews and assessment centres and practise psychometric tests.

Access videos, workshops, LinkedIn Learning and more. Work through these bitesize activities in your own time and feel free to revisit activites again. 

Application and recruitment support on Careers Connect

You can also access our application support content through our webpages below. 

LinkedIn support 

LinkedIn is a professional networking site and your online CV.

Over 87% of recruiters use LinkedIn to find talent and to do more research on candidates, so presenting yourself professionally online has never been more important.

Create a positive online image with our LinkedIn support.

Digital resource hub

Access our careers services 24/7 at a time that suits you with our digital resource hub  – get your CV checked, practise answering interview questions, learn a new skill to get job-ready, or explore sectors you might like to work in.

Employer profiles and job opportunities 

Search for internships, work experience and graduate opportunities on Careers Connect.

New vacancies are added daily so we recommend creating alerts for relevant roles so you don't miss out. 

Resources

Careers support in your College

Postgraduate careers support

International careers support

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Naoko Uehara (mentor) - mentoring case study

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Mentoring case study for Naoko Uehara a Senior Associate specialising in Corporate Tax Disputes

Naomi Lawrence

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Naomi Lawrence, an LLB Law student graduating in December 2022, who took part in the 10K Black Interns programme.

Narwhal Innovation

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Narwhal Innovation Ltd is a Scientific Technology Transfer Consulting firm created by Zining Wang. Narwhal offers commercialisation consulting services to customers in the UK and China.

Narwhal Innovation

Description
Narwhal Innovation Ltd is a Scientific Technology Transfer Consulting firm created by Zining Wang. Narwhal offers commercialisation consulting services to customers in the UK and China.

Natty Helmets

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Natty Helmets is a fashionable ski helmet range which provides its customers with safety and style.

NatWest Group's Represent mini-series

Description
Represent is all about all about helping students from diverse backgrounds learn more about NatWest Group and its purpose, with tips and advice on how to start a great career with them.

Networking

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Networking is a really important part of the job hunting process in Singapore, as on average, only a third of the nation's job opportunities are publicised online or in printed media.

Neuro Space

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Neuro Space, founded by Khaldoon Bani Ali, offers a ground-breaking approach to designing spaces tailored for autistic individuals.

Neuromill Innovation

Description
Neuromill Innovation is developing a state-of-the-art AI-powered treadmill system for rehabilitation.

Neurotic

Description
Neurotic is an AI generator start-up created by Electronic and Electrical Engineering student Eli Prais.
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