There is often a prescribed application form to be completed by the employer rather than just submitting your CV.
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You should also send a one-page cover letter. This should basically cover: why you, why the role and why the company. Keep it punchy. If you are asked to send a CV, ensure it is just one page in length. It is important that you tailor your application to the firm that you are applying to. Ensure you read about them on their web site and understand what the role entails and what competencies they look for.
Then answer the questions with this in mind. Ensure you are 100% accurate in your spelling and grammar and you adhere to any word count. Check your form and letter and check it again particularly if you are cut and pasting things. It is very common for the wrong company name to appear in a covering letter. Be warned!
With regard your CV, there are a number of formats you could use. Here is one possibility:
Name Address E-mail Tel no Education Year From-To: Name of University: Course- 1st year Modules & grades
- 2nd Year Modules & grades
- 3rd year Modules & grades
- A Levels (or equivalent) & grades
- GCSEs & grades
- 5-6 bullets points about your responsibilities and achievements
- Description of role
- Description of role
- List of bullets with regard achievements at school, university or extra curricular
- This could be a member of a particular university society or position held
- It could be a member of a sports team and corresponding success
- It could be a winner of a school prize or external prize
- Your Enterprise or Duke of Edinburgh
- Participation in concerts or on stage
- List of bullets covering your skills & interests
- For example computer skills
- Sports prowess
- Musical talent
- Travelling exploits
More Information: HOW TO WRITE A CV AND COVERING LETTER
