Careers and Employability Service
Services for current students

Making applications

My interview went well, thank you so much for your help it really helped me comprehend what was expected of me and allowed me to succeed. I went on from the interview to an assessment centre and have found out today I’ve been offered the internship this summer. Thank you for your time and guidance.
Zoe Waite, Liberal Arts 
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CVs

Read about creating a targeted version of your CV for each role

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Covering letters

A well written covering letter will demonstrate your suitability for a role

 
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Applying with a disability

Get advice and understand your rights when applying for jobs with a disability

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Application forms

Application forms are challenging and help is at hand to get you off to a great start

 
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Using AI in applications

Find out how to use AI in applications to help you stand out from the crowd

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Making speculative applications

Find out about when and how to make speculative applications

 
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Psychometric tests

Take practice tests and explore games-based assessments

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Interviews

Find out how to prepare for interviews and use our practice software

 
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Assessment centres

Explore what happens at an assessment centre plus top tips for group exercises and presentations

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Researching employers

Learn about commercial awareness and how it can help secure a job

 

Careers and Employability Service

University of Nottingham
Portland Building, Level D
University Park
Nottingham, NG7 2RD

telephone: +44 (0) 115 951 3680
fax: +44 (0) 115 951 3679
email: careers-team@nottingham.ac.uk