Graduate CV and covering letter templates

Create your perfect student CV and cover letter by browsing our free templates. Whether you want to apply for a graduate programme or internship in any sector, whether you are seeking an entry-level technical role or a law vacation scheme, we have got an example CV and covering letter combo for you.

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Have one master CV that you adapt for different vacancies and write a fresh, tailored covering letter each time. Our samples below are the perfect starting point, providing you the layout and inspiration to present your skills and experiences in the best light.

Graduate CV template

Graduate covering letter template

Internship CV template

A technical CV for graduates

A speculative approach to an employer for work experience

Law vacation scheme CV template

Law vacations scheme covering letter

CVs and cover letters - what you need to know

The graduate's guide to CVs: What your CV should include?

What graduates need to know about how to write a CV, the information to include and how to choose the right CV format.

Graduate CV FAQ's

It can be hard to know what you should and shouldn't include on your graduate CV, but there are certain elements that must be there. Follow our checklist to find out what.

How to write a cover letter for a graduate job

Although the majority of graduate employers now use online application processes, ome jobs require that you apply with the traditional CV. However, CV’s need a compelling cover letter to accompany them. Think of it as an introduction to yourself and follow our helpful tips. Remember, you need to stand out from the crowd.

The importance of your personal brand

Personal brand isn’t just a buzzword. It’s how you are perceived in the professional world.

How to write a successful job application

Job applications forms are the first vital step to getting a graduate job interview. This step-by-step guide explains how to give graduate employers the information they need to put you on the shortlist.

Writing tips to improve your job applications

When applying for jobs, it's important to use the right words to get your message across. Here are our tips on good writing that will help you make a good impression.

How to write a speculative application

Writing 'on spec' to potential employers can open up the hidden job market. But a speculative application needs to be approached carefully in order to be successful.

Most popular graduate careers advice

Internships with large graduate recruiters: tips for success

Vacation schemes and work experience

Internships are an integral part of recruitment for big graduate employers. Here’s some tips from gradireland on how to apply and look for the latest opportunities.

Fintech and your career

Technology at banks, insurance companies and other financial organisations is much more than a support function. It’s often at the cutting edge of change and innovation, making the fintech sector an exciting area for technologically-minded graduates with an interest in finance to begin their careers in.

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Your options with a 2:2 degree

Careers advice and planning

According to data from the Higher Education Authority, up to 25% of students graduating get a 2:2 degree. With a 1:1 or a 2:1 viewed as an imperative for many jobs, what are the career options for these students in their graduate job search? Thankfully, there are plenty!

The skills you can get from work placements and internships

Vacation schemes and work experience

Work experience and workplace skills: approach work experience strategically to get the maximum benefit when it comes to applying for jobs.

What can I do with a business degree?

Job descriptions and industry overviews

Career options for business graduates: jobs you can do with a business degree. Working in commerce, finance, accountancy, marketing, HR and personnel management.

Your career in finance

A look at what your career in finance in Ireland could involve and the different sectors that you could work in.

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Five reasons why you should attend the gradireland Graduate Careers Fair!

Choosing an employer

Ireland's largest careers fair, the gradireland Graduate Careers fair is back at the RDS Simmonscourt, Dublin on Wednesday 28th of September 2022. In preparation for the gradireland Graduate Careers Fair our team have put five reasons why you should attend this year's event!

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Costs and funding

Funding is without doubt the major concern for many considering postgraduate study. However, there are supports in place and with plenty of planning, and factoring in the necessary time, there are funding programmes that you may be able to take advantage of to help ease the financial burden.

How to succeed in inductive reasoning tests for graduate jobs

Interviews and assessment centres

What is an inductive reasoning test? Find out what to expect from inductive reasoning tests using our inductive reasoning test tips. Inductive reasoning tests typically involve spotting patterns. You

Your graduate job offer - how to accept or decline

Interviews and assessment centres

As a graduate seeking your first full-time role, you might be unsure what to do when offered a job. Here is what to say and what not to say when accepting or declining a job offer.

Numerical Reasoning tests for graduate jobs: tips and tricks

Interviews and assessment centres

Find out what to expect if you are asked to take a numerical reasoning test as part of your application for a graduate job or scheme, and how to prepare. Many big graduate employers ask job applicants

Negotiating a better package for your graduate job

If you convince your interviewers of your fantastic worth, a job offer may be just around the corner. Find out how to ask about salary for a graduate scheme or entry-level job – and whether you should negotiate salary at all.

Graduate careers advice: you and your retail management degree

Degree subjects

A retail management degree will provide you with a set of skills relevant to a management role in the retail sector and beyond.

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Virtual interviews and assessment centres-what you need to know

Interviews and assessment centres

Kate Burke, Postgraduate Career Development & Alumni Officer at Trinity Business School, talks about what you need to know in advance and offers some tips to help you along the way.

Aeronautical engineer

Job descriptions and industry overviews

Produces specifications for, designs, develops, manufactures and modifies military and civil aircraft, aeronautical components and associated systems.

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Which career interests you?

Find out more about popular graduate professions from finance and law to engineering and IT.

Accountancy, banking and finance Business, consulting and management Charity Construction and property Creative arts, media and design Engineering HR and recruitment Healthcare Hospitality and event management Information technology Law Marketing, advertising and PR Public services and administration Retail Science and research Teaching and education

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