Application and interview help

Here at Keele University we want you to succeed in getting an internship! It is really important that you send us the correct documentation in order to be considered for the scheme. Here we have included some help on getting your CV and covering letters looking great.

Some top tips from our Careers and Employability service. Keele Careers Online helps you to build your CV, take mock interviews, practice aptitude skills, meet with a Careers Consultant and search for jobs!

You can always come and see a Careers Consultant for some advice on your applications. Please note, existing and new appointments with Careers Consultants are moving online to virtual appointments.

You will find many resources here within Careers and Employability to support you in making applications: preparing a CV, composing effective covering letters, completing application forms, taking psychometric tests and preparing for interviews.

Example CV

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Cover Letter example

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There are three things to consider when you have an interview - prepare, prepare and prepare!

We have experience of how to help graduates be successful at gaining an internship - if you take all of the advice in this document you will be well on the way to getting an internship!

Everything you need to know about how to find and make the most of your work experience.