Application support

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

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.

Events 

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.”

  • The Table with Newton
    Pull up a chair. Think like a consultant.
    10:00 Wed 28 Oct 2026
    Law Arches (near Old Joe)
  • "Foundations": Construction Law Training webinar 5
    "Foundations" is a free training programme suitable for students seeking an introduction to construction law in England and Wales. The programme will run across five Thursday afternoon sessions, covering core areas of practice.
    14:30 Thu 29 Oct 2026
    Online - link will be sent in confirmation email or prior to the event
  • PWC: Navigating the selection process with confidence
    Whether you're just beginning to consider your career options or are ready to dive into our application process, this event is the ideal starting point to understand what it takes to join PwC and what to expect from our selection process.
    16:00 Thu 29 Oct 2026
    Online
  • Festival of Law by Targetjobs: Beyond City Law
    It’s back! For a second year running, from September to November 2026, we’re hosting the Festival of Law. It’s a series of 8 exclusive in-person and virtual networking and insight events helping aspiring solicitors gain insight and succeed!
    10:30 Fri 30 Oct 2026
    Online
  • Women leading insurance forward
    Hexaware invites students, apprentices, graduates and insurance industry leaders to a landmark event connecting the next generation of talent with the professionals shaping the future of insurance.
    16:00 Mon 02 Nov 2026
    Off campus (to be confirmed upon registration with employer)

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. 

Guidance on using AI in the recruitment process

Our Using Generative AI to Enhance Your Applications course on Canvas takes about 1 hour and is designed to help you to use AI in an effective and ethical way to enhance your applications.

Email your job application for review 

If you’ve used the resources found in this webpage you can submit your job application to Careers Network for written feedback.

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

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