All job applications articles
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CareersThe narrative CV: a step towards more inclusive science?
Exploring an alternative to a traditional list of achievements
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CareersMaking interviews and workplaces fully accessible
Exploring the support available to disabled jobseekers and their employers
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CareersWhen you can’t tell the whole truth in a job interview
We can’t expect interviewees to open up about themselves if that puts them at risk of discrimination
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CareersHow to prepare for Covid-era job interview questions
Think about the skills you developed during lockdown
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CareersPreparing your CV for the UK
Short, professional and relevant are the key aims of a UK-based CV
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CareersTips to make your CV stand out in Germany
A traditional approach to selling yourself is essential
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CareersHow to tailor your CV for different countries
What employers in Germany, the US and the UK want
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CareersImpress with an American-style resume
Data, knowledge of US culture and a LinkedIn profile are all essential for job applications
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CareersWriting a skill-based CV
Julie Franklin explains how to present yourself when your traditional CV starts to overflow
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CareersThe right CV for me
It may only be read for a few seconds, so your CV needs to make an impact. Charlotte Ashley-Roberts explains how best to show off your skills
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Careers clinic: CVs for postdocs
Academic CVs are always lengthy but it's important to know where to put the detail and what to miss out, says Caroline Tolond
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Careers clinic: The CV question
CV fashions come and go, and what's good in the UK might not be right for the US. Here are some invaluable pointers from Caroline Tolond.