The University of Sheffield
Careers Service

Applications and Interviews

Once you have identified the area of work that interests you, use this section to find out more about potential employers and plan the application process. The suggestions below should help.

Writing - ApplicationsCVs | Covering letters

Get hints and tips for preparing applications, CVs and covering letters. If possible prepare a draft first and bring it into the Careers Service to have it checked. To arrange an appointment call 2220910.

Applications and interviews - talks and DVDs

Our online talks, including a number from employers, cover the whole application process. We also have a number of DVDs to help you, covering applications, interviews and assessment centres.

Interviews | Psychometric tests | Assessment centres

Find out more about how to prepare for interviews, assessment centres and psychometric tests.

Find vacancies

Search vacancy sources including our myVacancies database

Research employers | Graduate case studies

Identify suitable employers and find out more about them. Listen to or read case studies from recent graduates.

Creative job searching

Find out more about employers and jobs that are not normally advertised.

Social media and your career

Tips on how to make better use of social media (and what to avoid).