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    The Careers Workshops are a great way to enhance your employability skills to stand out from the crowd.

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Career Sessions

The Career and Employability Team runs a series of sessions designed to improve your employment opportunities.

This is a great way to build up your employability skills, network with other students and ensure you are up to date with the latest technology being used in the recruitment process.

Take a look at the current sessions below.

What makes a great cover letter – find out with Lisa Mahar

Pro Tip: Start your cover letter with a specific achievement or result rather than generic phrases like 'I am writing to express my interest'. Hiring managers remember candidates who demonstrate the value they can bring to their organisation.

Join us online to learn more about how to write cover letters that get noticed.

What makes a great resume – find out with Lucette Barbier

Pro Tip: Use action verbs that demonstrate impact. Replace 'responsible for' with powerful statements that highlight your achievements, like 'coordinated', 'collaborated', or 'presented'. Transform your university projects, part-time work and volunteer experiences from basic duties into professional accomplishments that employers value.

Join us online to learn more about how to turn your student experiences into a resume that get noticed.

What makes a great LinkedIn profile – find out with Jo McGregor

Pro Tip: Your LinkedIn headline is prime real estate, don’t waste it on just 'Student' or 'Job Seeker.' Instead, use it to highlight your key skills, career goal, or industry focus. For example: 'Cyber Security Student | Passionate About Threat Detection & Risk Management.'

Join us online to learn how to make your LinkedIn profile stand out to recruiters and employers.

What makes a great job interview – find out with Julian Harris

Pro Tip: Interviews aren't just about content, they're about persuasion. It's important to be able to show that you're not only capable, but someone that the interviewers would love to work with.

Join us online to learn more about how to confidently connect at job interviews.

What makes a great job search – find out with Sara Moore

Pro Tip: Setting up job alerts and checking them daily can give you a crucial edge in today's competitive fast-moving job market.

Join us online to learn more about how to develop a strategic approach that maximises your chances in the job market.

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