Not many people enjoy applications and interviews.
Yes, they can be scary and time-consuming, and it might feel weird talking about all your skills and achievements. But they are a gateway to the course or job of your dreams. From university to apprenticeships, our coaches have been through all sorts of application processes and interviews. Here’s what they have to say!
In this short film, our coaches give you their best application and interview tips.
"Most application processes are two parts. You've got your initial application form which you will fill in. I would definitely recommend getting help from family and friends, colleagues, to fill this in to the best of your ability."
"When you're in Welsh medium school or any kind of bilingual school, you'll always be told that it'll help you in your future, it'll help you getting a job, and it really is the truth. The first thing I did on my UCAS was make sure that in my opening sentence it said that I was a Welsh speaker first. It really helps you soak up a lot of different things so if you can really use that to your advantage, really make a statement out of that."
"After going for an interview, it's extremely important to read up on the company. This will not only impress the employer but it shows you're definitely serious about the job and it'll help you perform extremely well at interview."
"You're not going to be thrown off and you'll have the confidence to answer the questions."
"The last thing that you want to happen is the first question you're asked in an interview, 'So what do you know about this company">