Are you applying for a part-time job or starting your graduate career? Do you want to know how good your CV is and how to improve it? CareerSet is an AI-powered CV and cover letter checker available to all King’s students and recent graduates. It allows you to improve and tailor your CV and cover… More How to Use CareerSet to Improve Your CV
Stepping into your inaugural careers fair can be a very daunting experience- with a multitude of employer stands, prominent banners scattered across the hall, and numerous conversations taking place simultaneously. But what does a careers fair consist of? And why should you attend them? Careers fairs provide a direct opportunity to build your networks,… More Application season: Conquering careers fairs
This post is written by Lindsay Parker, an Application Adviser and PhD candidate in the department of Culture, Media and Creative Industries. Here she outlines some tips and advice for identifying transferrable skills to include in your CV. A common concern when writing a CV, particularly at the start of your career or when exploring… More Application advice: Identifying transferrable skills
Completing their CV is arguably one of the most daunting tasks students find when completing job applications. We understand that in today’s job market, it’s crucial that your CV stands out and is clear in demonstrating concrete examples of your experience and achievement so that employers can best understand what impact you can bring onto the… More Application season: Optimise your CV with KCL CareerSet!
What is a UK style cover letter like? How can international students get acquainted on this important (but sometimes very mysterious!) job application document? Read on to find out!… More Careers in the UK: Cover Letter tips for international students
King’s Careers & Employability runs different kinds of appointments for students and graduates. Let’s talk about what an application advice appointment is like and how you can maximise your experience when meeting with an application advisor.… More How to make the most of an Application Advice appointment
When you’re an international student, entering the working world in the UK can feel like a mystery. How do you craft the perfect CV for job applications in the UK? … More Careers in the UK: 9 CV tips for international students
Got CVs on your mind? Feeling like some quick and easy guiding feedback on it? Or perhaps a step-by-step guide to creating one? Well… you’re gonna love what we have for you!… More Get started on your CV – with new digital tools from King’s Careers!
In part 2 of the CV miniseries, we’re going further into CV and cover letter tips directly from a recruiter in the creative industries. What makes an impressive CV or cover letter? Can students make a great impression without much professional experience? (hint: yes!)… More Writing CVs & Covering Letters for the Video Production Industry Part 2/2
We’re exploring all about CVs and Cover letters – but are there differences between different industries? In this blog miniseries, Dominic from NextShoot tells us how he views CVs and cover letters, what catches his eye as a recruiter, and how students can perfect their applications for top jobs in the video production industry!… More Writing CVs & Covering Letters for the Video Production Industry Part 1/2