Bruce Woodcock – författare

This is a revised and expanded edition of Woodcock's accessible study, now including detailed readings of Carey's latest novels, 'Jack Maggs' and 'True History of the Kelly Gang'.

This practical guide is packed with targeted guidance on navigating each aspect of the interview process, from planning for an interview to creating a strong first impression, so that students can approach interviews with confidence. It shows students how to identify their skills and how best to communicate these to employers through hands-on activities which encourage students to practise crafting answers to common questions and create strategies for dealing with difficult ones. It also features a chapter dedicated to telephone, video and Skype interviews, complete with sample questions and preparation checklists. Insights from recruiters and real-life experiences of other candidates demonstrate the dos and don’ts at different stages of the process.This book is ideal for use on personal development and career planning modules, and also for use by students or graduates as a standalone career planning resource.

Based on feedback from recruiters and written by two experts in the field, this handy guide is packed with tips on how to craft high quality CVs and covering letters. It features practical guidance on content and appearance, and helps readers to communicate their skills and capabilities effectively to prospective employers. It also includes annotated examples of creative, academic, video and international CVs, alongside advice from recruiters and insights from students and graduates. Exercises and quizzes are embedded into the text, providing students with additional opportunities to hone their skills.This is an invaluable resource for students applying for placements, internships, graduate jobs and postgraduate study, and recent graduates. It will also be useful to careers advisors and staff involved in running employability, skills and career planning modules.

Based on feedback from recruiters and written by two experts in the field, this handy guide is packed with tips on how to craft high quality CVs and covering letters. It features practical guidance on content and appearance, and helps readers to communicate their skills and capabilities effectively to prospective employers. It also includes annotated examples of creative, academic, video and international CVs, alongside advice from recruiters and insights from students and graduates. Exercises and quizzes are embedded into the text, providing students with additional opportunities to hone their skills. This is an invaluable resource for students applying for placements, internships, graduate jobs and postgraduate study, and recent graduates. It will also be useful to careers advisors and staff involved in running employability, skills and career planning modules.

Based on feedback from recruiters and written by two experts in the field, this handy guide is packed with tips on how to craft high quality CVs and covering letters. It features practical guidance on content and appearance, and helps readers to communicate their skills and capabilities effectively to prospective employers. It also includes annotated examples of creative, academic, video and international CVs, alongside advice from recruiters and insights from students and graduates. Exercises and quizzes are embedded into the text, providing students with additional opportunities to hone their skills. This is an invaluable resource for students applying for placements, internships, graduate jobs and postgraduate study, and recent graduates. It will also be useful to careers advisors and staff involved in running employability, skills and career planning modules.

Packed with top tips and helpful examples, this concise book takes students through the process of preparing and making successful applications for work placements, internships and graduate jobs. It encourages students to think about what they want from their career and to identify roles which match with their personality, strengths and experiences. Chapters provide practical guidance on researching opportunities, crafting CVs and cover letters and preparing for interviews and assessment centres. This handy guide will be an invaluable resource for all students looking to secure work experience, placements or internships whilst at university, and land the job they want after graduation.

Packed with top tips and helpful examples, this concise book takes students through the process of preparing and making successful applications for work placements, internships and graduate jobs. It encourages students to think about what they want from their career and to identify roles which match with their personality, strengths and experiences. Chapters provide practical guidance on researching opportunities, crafting CVs and cover letters and preparing for interviews and assessment centres. This handy guide will be an invaluable resource for all students looking to secure work experience, placements or internships whilst at university, and land the job they want after graduation.