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Welcome Week: Skills Boost: Part-time Work and CVs
Thursday 25 September 12:00 until 12:45
University of Sussex Campus : Fulton A
Meet your Careers and Entrepreneurship Team, we’ll share tips and advice on how to find part-time jobs in the local area and write effective CVs, cover letters and applications.
Learn objectives:
- Discover the part-time job market in the local area to the University and where to find opportunities
- Learn the variety of typical roles you can undertake as a student
- Explore where to gain other types of experience, such as volunteering, which also develops your skills and supports your future plans
- Understand different CV and cover letter styles, and when to use them
- Discover what employers are looking for
- Learn about our online resources for crafting effective CVs and cover letters, from our CV360 tool, to how to appropriately use AI when creating documents.
Open to: All students
Find more sessions, resources and support on the Student Hub.
Attending this event will help you gain points towards your Spirit of Sussex Award.
Book your place on Ticket Tailor.
By: Chloe Jacob
Last updated: Wednesday, 10 September 2025