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University of Lincoln Careers and Employability
APPLICATIONSLynda Crosby – Careers and Employability Delivery Manager
University of Lincoln Careers and Employability
Objectives
• You will gain an understanding of the application process for graduate training schemes/placements
• Information on CV’s, Personal Statements & Cover Letters
• Gain an awareness of the types of tests you will be expected to complete at application stage
• Explore ways of articulating your Skills
University of Lincoln Careers and Employability
What’s the difference
Graduate Job Graduate Training Scheme
University of Lincoln Careers and Employability
Entry Criteria
• Predominately employers ask for a minimum of a 2:1 or working towards
• UCAS points required vary 0 - 340
• Outstanding application• Applying within the stated
deadlines • No specific degree …. usually
University of Lincoln Careers and Employability
Graduate Labour Market 2016
• 31% of this years (2016) entry level positions are expected to be filled by graduates who have already worked for their organisation– Industrial Placements– Paid Internships– Vacation work/work experience
University of Lincoln Careers and Employability
Graduate Starting Salaries
• UK’s leading graduate employers median starting salary of £30,000
• Placement Average £17,322
• 1/5th pay £35,000
• Best known pay in excess £45,000 pa
University of Lincoln Careers and Employability
University of Lincoln Careers and Employability
University of Lincoln Careers and Employability
APPLICATION PROCESS
University of Lincoln Careers and Employability
Graduate Job
University of Lincoln Careers and Employability
Graduate Training Scheme
University of Lincoln Careers and Employability
Placements• Registration Process
• On Line Assessments
• Situational Strengths Test• http://nestledemosst.situationalstrengthstest.com/
• Online Numerical Reasoning Test
• Strengths Based Video Interview
• Assessment Centre• Group Exercise• In-tray Exercise• Case Study Presentation
University of Lincoln Careers and Employability
University of Lincoln Careers and Employability
WHAT’S INCLUDED IN THE APPLICATION
University of Lincoln Careers and Employability
Curriculum Vitae• Two pages• Personal details• Education and
Qualifications• Work Experience• Interests and
Achievements• References• Skills• Personal Profiles
CV Group Advice SessionsEvery Monday and ThursdayMB110112.00 -1.00
University of Lincoln Careers and Employability
Covering LetterFirst Paragraph
• State the job you’re applying for. • Where you found out about it (advert in The Guardian newspaper etc. -
organisations like to know which of their advertising sources are being successful) • When you're available to start work (and end if it's a placement)
Second Paragraph• Why you're interested in that type of work
• Why the company attracts you
Third Paragraph• Summarise your strengths and how they might be an advantage to the
organisation.• Relate your skills to the competencies required in the job.
Last Paragraph• Mention any dates that you won't be available for interview
• Thank the employer and say you look forward to hearing from them soon.
Advice on Cover LettersEveryday Monday – FridayCareers Centre1.00 – 3.00
University of Lincoln Careers and Employability
Personal Statement
• 300- 500 words• You should discuss– Reasons for applying– Your goals– Your preparation– Your Skill Set
Advice on Personal StatementsEveryday Monday – FridayCareers Centre1.00 – 3.00
University of Lincoln Careers and Employability
Qualifying Tests
University of Lincoln Careers and Employability
University of Lincoln Careers and Employability
Situational Judgement Tests• Typically measure
competencies• Probably measure best and
worst answers• An answer which moves the
scenario situation forward – or makes it worse
• An answer that actually solves the problem
• Most virtuous answer• Similar Answers
University of Lincoln Careers and Employability
University of Lincoln Careers and Employability
Qualifying Questions
• At Sky we offer a range of programmes and opportunities for graduates. What aspects of the Change Delivery programme appealed to you and why did you choose to apply for this specific programme? (Max 250 words).
University of Lincoln Careers and Employability
Qualifying Questions
• Show you have a clear understanding of the role you are applying for
• Describe how if suits your interests and motivations
• Explain why you consider yourself to be a strong candidate providing examples
• Use the full word count• Check spelling and Grammar
University of Lincoln Careers and Employability
ARTICULATING COMPETENCIES
University of Lincoln Careers and Employability
Why do applications get rejected?
• 36% - Reject unoriginal applications
• 21% - Errors in application
• 29% - Underqualified• 14% - Lack of Research
• Quantity over Quality!
University of Lincoln Careers and Employability
Employability Skills Bingo
Resilience
Team Working
Communication
Time Management
Problem Solving
Flexibility
Self-Awareness
Digital Literacy
Planning and Organising
Leadership
Self-Management
Analysing & Investigation
University of Lincoln Careers and Employability
Bingo
• How easy was it to find someone with these skills?
• How easy was it to effectively evidence them?
• How many answers were good enough to be used at on an application?
University of Lincoln Careers and Employability
• S.T.A.R–Situation–Task–Action–Result
University of Lincoln Careers and Employability
Summary
• Tailor each application, don’t cut and paste• Limit the number of applications• Read the information on the website• Check social media for any recent announcements• Set up accounts and save applications• Register with employers for job alerts• Always check spelling and grammar• Become Resilient
University of Lincoln Careers and Employability
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