Jobseeking and Interview Tips

How to get job experience before starting a role

How to get job experience before starting a role If you are a recent graduate undertaking a job search, you will soon become familiar with current opportunities in the labour market. You will also come to appreciate that the majority of employers will be looking for candidates who have prior…>

How to keep going with job applications

Have you been applying for jobs with no success? jobs.ac.uk have worked closely with Henrietta Nagy, who is a seasoned portfolio worker with over 10 years’ experience in the UK education sector. Henrietta designs academic courses and provides career development coaching. Explore our latest guide to help you build resilience…>

How to Search for a Job in Higher Education

The Higher Education sector presents a variety of rewarding career opportunities. At times, however, the application process can be competitive, and you may find job hunting to be time-consuming. In this article, I have selected some key advice to support your job search. Be clear Are you thinking about changing…>

Advice before an interview

Have you recently submitted a job application and are waiting for an interview invitation? Whilst some people like taking part in interviews, some may find them overwhelming. In this article, we offer some sound advice before an interview. We shall look at what you should do before your next interview…>

How do recruiters use AI?

How is AI being used as part of recruitment processes? We know that Artificial Intelligence (AI) is a powerful tool and can support the development of your job applications as well as assisting you with preparation for interviews. It’s not only you, as the candidate, however, who will benefit from…>

What’s the best way to get a job in the UK?

Searching for a job in the United Kingdom In this article, we explore the best ways to get a job in the UK. Although searching for a job might seem overwhelming when first getting started, but we have put together this short guide to help you with your applications. The first…>

How to deal with difficult interview questions

Got an interview and wondering how to deal with difficult interview questions? You can prepare for a standard interview; however, the interviewer may have some unexpected and difficult interview questions for you. In the article below, we shall explore how to prepare for unusual questions which at first may come…>

How to Ace Your Interview Presentation

Top Tips on How to Ace Your Interview Presentation “It usually takes me more than three weeks to prepare a good impromptu speech.” – Mark Twain Mark Twain’s words couldn’t be more fitting when it comes to interview presentations. Even the most natural and effortless presentations often come from meticulous…>

How to follow up on job applications

Have you ever wondered if following up on job applications is necessary? Who do you email? When do you email? What do you say to find out how your application is going? When you apply for jobs, knowing how and when to follow up on your applications can be tricky….>

How to Navigate Career Fairs

A guide to make the most out of your experience Sipping my morning coffee, scanning through my mail and messages in my home office, I smiled while reading a LinkedIn message from a mentee informing me of a career fair their university is hosting, and asking for the best ways…>