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.”

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

Not found what you're looking for?

Prospects Future You webinar: Getting to grips with postgraduate study

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Find out what routes are available, what you can expect as a postgraduate student and how postgraduate study differs to undergraduate study.

Prospects Future You webinar: Managing your money

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Making the pennies go further is a top priority for students and this webinar will be explaining living costs, how to budget, and where to turn to for help - Register now for the webinar on Tuesday 19 October.

Prospects Student Career Guide 2021 is now available

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Find the guide on Careers Digital Library.

Proton Health

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Proton Health is a digital health app to help treat eczema, a skin condition that affects over 550 million patients worldwide.

Psychometric testing support

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If you have a psychometric test coming up, Careers Network offer advice appointments, workshops and information on what to expect and how to prepare.

Public relations

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Public relations is all about reputation management, whether it's the reputation of an individual, a brand or an entire organisation. It's a career which requires excellent communication skills, an interest in media and public opinion, and the ability to work under pressure.

Public sector and government events

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RSS feed for Public sector and government events

Public sector and government sector

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Find out all about careers in the public sector and government, whether you are just interested in exploring the area, thinking about planning a career in the public sector and government or you are ready to apply for jobs. This page has information and resources to get you started.

Public Service

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Find Careers Network events and resources providing insight into the Public Sector, including areas such as, Defence and Public Protection, Government, Social Care and Community, Education and Teaching, Charities, Non-Profit and Voluntary.

Public Service careers events

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Public Service careers events
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