The Careers Service requires a postgraduate research student who will be continuing studies throughout academic session 2021/22 to assist students and graduates to develop the presentation of their CVs, cover letters and applications.

Training will be provided so that the advice given meets the high standards set by the Careers Service. The planned pattern of the CV and Application Checking Service for 2021/22 is expected to be:

• 10am – 1pm       Wednesday, Thursday and Friday
• 1.30 – 4.30pm    Monday, Tuesday, Thursday

Informal enquiries about the post can be directed to the Careers Service via yourcareer@strath.ac.uk

Job Description

•  Amending CVs in accordance with best practice
• Advising students on how to tailor their CVs
• Providing verbal feedback to students in 1:1 sessions and delivery of group sessions
• Advising students on application forms and covering letters in accordance with best practice
• Carrying out related projects (e.g. updating CV materials), where time allows

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Person Specification - candidate must meet the following essential criteria to be considered for selection

Educational and/or Professional Qualifications

• Postgraduate research student who will be continuing studies throughout academic session 2021/22

Experience        

• Previous experience of teaching, instructing, mentoring or coaching in an academic or another setting

Job Related Skills and Achievements      

• Excellent standard of presentation in their own CV
• Ability to relate well to students from all four Faculties
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Excellent English spelling, punctuation and grammar
• Excellent time management

Personal Attributes        

• Reliability

About the Careers Service

The University of Strathclyde Careers Service is here for you from the day you begin your studies until graduation and beyond. We provide:

• Careers information, advice and guidance to help students and graduates achieve their career goals
• Seminars, both within courses and centrally, to help students identify career options, understand the labour market and their skills, find opportunities to develop their skills and experience and how to prepare for the recruitment process
• 1:1 careers information advice and guidance sessions through bookable appointments to help students and graduates individually. 
• Our Careers Support Team work to provide opportunities for students and graduates to network with relevant employers and industry professionals