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If you are looking for that next step in your career and need some advice, find out some top tips from the experts on everything from constructing a perfect CV to selling yourself effectively at interviews.

CVs

When you find yourself in the unenviable position of having to put together your own CV, consider getting a professional to do it. However, so many people put themselves through the nightmare of attempting to do it themselves. Here are a few pointers.

Do your Research!

Engineering recruiters love candidates who have done their research and got under the skin of the organisation. How can they tell? Find out how you should structure into your research.

Interview Preparation

Some people think you can't prepare for interviews but it's a bit like an exam – you would never dream of sitting your finals without revising. Here are some of the things that we would recommend you do before each job interview.

Online Applications

Applying for jobs by e-mail or over the Internet has become popular among employers because it is a quick and efficient method of recruiting. However, it also requires different techniques to traditional applications. Here’s how to make your online application jump off the screen.

Covering Letters

When it comes to cover letters, this is another major point of confusion. In truth there is no great secret. You will have seen the job ads requesting you to send in a CV with a cover letter – so what’s it all about?

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