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Looking for work

Now that you’ve thought about the type of job you’d like, it’s time to see what’s out there. You can look at individual employers or search on job seeking sites such as:

Some larger organisations also offer internship programmes or mentorships that can give you experience and a ‘foot in the door’ for a full-time job.

Once you’ve found a job you want to apply for, have a look at what’s required for the application. Remember that applying for a job is like a ‘test’. Employers want to see that you’ve taken the time to study the job description and have written a cover letter and CV that reply to the job description.

Writing your CV

Everyone’s CV (Curriculum Vitae) will look different, but there are some good simple rules you can follow.

Example of a skills-focused CV image

How to prepare for an interview

Interviews will be different depending on the job and organisation, but there are some good general tips to help you prepare.