Check with your careers service to see which employers will be on your campus and what other avenues you can use to access them. Be aware though, as with any advertised positions, that many other people will also see them and competition for places will therefore be strong. As an alternative, you can target and approach directly any additional organisations you are interested in working for. Through your Careers Service Your careers service can usually provide you with details, and a full listing of employer activities taking place at your university. However, some employers want to access students on an ad hoc basis, so it is best to keep in regular contact with your careers service and closely watch the employment sections of your newspaper.
Some career services offer job seeking workshops that deal with writing job applications.
Some services may offer Workshops on Interview Skills. Keep checking application closing dates, as these change frequently. If you are thinking about vacation work, some employers have closing dates as early as May, through to October. It usually requires 2-3 months to plan for work experience and vacation placements. July Some careers services may offer specific employment programs such as work experience.