b'Finding work & making applicationsapplication ForMsFind out what employers wantbefore you fill in their formsEmployers are looking for evidence that you are asuitable candidate, so when completing an Employers areapplication form for an internship, a full-timeposition or for postgraduate study, ask yourself interested in hardWhy are they asking this question?, What can I tellthem to show that I am what they are looking for? evidence to back uppreparationBefore you fill in the form, study the advertisement your application carefully to find out what the skills and personrequirements are, so that the profile of your skillsand qualities matches the specification as closely achievementsas possible.Employers are interested in hard evidence to backup your application. Reviewing your achievementsAs with all aspects of the job search, preparation is over the past 4 years can be a very eectivethe key. Research the employer/course provider approach to gathering this evidence.and, where relevant, attend presentations to get aflavour of the organisations you are most likely to An achievement can be any activity or tasktarget. Alumni can be a good source of information. satisfactorily completed, such as combining studySearch Trinitys LinkedIn Alumni page and the and family responsibilities, getting an articleTrinity Alumni Online Mentoring platform to published, participating in the ERASMUSidentify Trinity graduates working in the programme, organising a society/club event,organisation you are targeting. Where there is little winning at a sport, or doing voluntary work. Asinformation to go on, look for a generic job profile preparation, try listing your own achievements andof the position you are applying for, available on then listing the skills developed through each one.one of the graduate careers websites. Your project/dissertation may be an importantitem, especially if you can show its relevance to theskills and competencies job for which you are applying.Develop a picture of the skills and qualities of theideal candidate and try to reflect this in your involvement in extra-curricularresponses. Keep in mind the skills andcompetencies employers generally look for. Take activity can oer useful examplessome time also to reflect on your own skills and of leadership, teamwork andqualitieswhat makes you right for the position or communication skills as well ascourse advertised? Remember, completing anapplication form takes time, so do not apply for practical experience of marketingpositions in which you have little interest. and event management.Employers screen out applicants they do not wishto interviewa process known as pre-selection. 45'