Each
week we hear from hundreds of applicants trying to secure a space at one of our
events. So, whether you’re a future STEMinist, interested in Investment
Management, our Asia and Middle East fair or many others, we have some tips on
how to make your application stand out!
1.
Write a good cover letter: Your letter should be laid out correctly and
contain at least two paragraphs worth of information. We’re looking to hear a
little about you and why you want to attend our event; so whether there is a
certain sponsor you’re interested in meeting or a passion for the sector this
is the time to tell us and stand out from other applicants!
2.
Update your CV:
Include details of the grades you received both at school/college and since
attending university. Most of our events require applicants to be able to
display academic excellence – if it’s not included at this stage we may not
have time to chase you for it.
3.
UCAS points:
If you did A levels, a BTEC, IB or similar it’s likely you have UCAS points,
something we ask for as part of our application form. Working them out only
takes a few minutes if you use a calculator like this one and goes a long way towards making you look prepared and
informed - checking ‘no’ and listing them individually does not!
4.
Attention to detail: Make
sure you double check your application; have you given us the right telephone
number, uploaded the right documents and included any details we have asked
for.
5.
Get the name of the event right: Need I say more? Make it clear you have read the
information available to you and understand what you’re applying for.
If
you follow all of the above and meet the event criteria it’s almost certain
we’ll be inviting you to a telephone interview before long. So, best of luck
with your application and we’ll hopefully see you at an event soon!
Kat,
Katy, Becca and Katie
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