CV and covering letter 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 and cover letter 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 and cover letter. 

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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 or cover letter 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. Careers Network also has a range of guides, drop-ins and online software.
    11:00 Mon 24 Feb 2025
    Online
  • LinkedIn Headshot Photoshoot
    Come and get your professional LinkedIn Headshot, and get your LinkedIn profile checked by the team, with Careers Network and the BBS Careers team!
    11:00 Wed 26 Feb 2025
    Teaching and Learning Building - M209
  • Drop-ins with Careers Network
    Application and advice drop-ins with Careers Network
    13:00 Wed 26 Feb 2025
    Careers Corner at the Main Library
  • Your Career Possibilities as a Law Student
    This group session is for Final year Law students to support you with your next steps after graduation.
    10:00 Fri 28 Feb 2025
    Online
  • Top Tips for Interview and Assessment Centre Success
    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.
    12:00 Fri 28 Feb 2025
    Online

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.

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