Get that interview! Writing a successful application

At some point - perhaps soon - you will give serious thought to applying for jobs and putting your degree to good work.

Wherever you are in your university journey, it is important to recognise the importance of writing a professional application.

So, what is the point of the written application? Of course, it’s to get you an interview!

As a Career Adviser I see many written applications, ranging from impressive to scary! As a former employer and recruitment consultant I know how important it is to submit an application that presents you as a suitable candidate - someone worth meeting.

Your application is your marketing tool and first opportunity to sell yourself to the employer.

The sad reality is that if a cover letter isn’t relevant to the position, well written or adapted to local customs and needs the employer may not bother to look at the resume, or won’t seriously consider the application. You’ve got one chance to make it work so it’s worth putting in the effort.

If all your previous applications were written for a different market place you may need to analyse models of local applications to pick up:

• new forms of addressing employers


• what to include and what to omit


• the preferred way to express yourself.
  

Here are a few handy tips to get you started:Good Luck! Remember your application can open the door onto your future as a working professional.

All the Best,

Nina

Careers Advisor

PS You can book a consultation with the Career Adviser at Learning Connection reception. Career services is a great resource for planning your career, getting ideas, and strategies to assist you with your career decision making and job search process.