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Preparing your CV: Tips for students

Your CV serves as a crucial tool in your job search, offering a concise overview of your skills, experience, and qualifications. Ultimately, it should highlight why you are the best person for the job, grab attention, and get you an interview.

Crafting an effective CV and writing a covering letter or email are important skills to hone, as they are pivotal in the recruitment process. It is often the first point of contact between you and potential employers, making it essential to present yourself effectively.

Certain areas of the country attract lots of applicants for vacancies, so trainers are likely to be reading a lot of very similar CVs. So, how do you make yours stand out?

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